Community
Get free legal help Tuesday in Austin
|
Meet with an attorney at no cost from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 27 at Hope Community Church, 5900 W. Iowa St. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
Community
Free legal seminar this week
|
An attorney from the Hamilton Law Group will answer legal questions on Zoom from 6 to 8 p.m. March 29.
Community
Free legal help available on West Side
|
The North Lawndale Legal Clinic will hold its monthly availability on Nov 19th from 5 to 7 p.m, with doors opening at 4 p.m. The clinic – sponsored by Winston & Strawn LLP, UCAN and LAF – will be held at 3605 W. Fillmore St. Lawyers will be available to consult about child custody and support; divorce; domestic violence; expungement; housing and eviction; powers of attorney; public benefits; and other civil legal issues.
Community
Learn about your government
|
The youth and law project of the Wiley Resource Center hosts a weekly one-hour event every Saturday at 11 a.m. at 4540 W. Washington Blvd.
Community
Clergy unite for peace, call for stricter gun laws
|
In response to recent acts of violence across the city and nationwide, Chicago faith leaders met this week to discuss ways to prevent it and their plan for a petition drive next month.
Community
Illinois laws passed to reduce prison overcrowding, improve public safety
|
Most of the legislation takes effect immediately.
News
Bill to protect social network passwords awaits Gov. Quinn’s approval
|
The measure, which passed the Illinois General Assembly, would ban employers from requesting the information to gain access to personal details about current or potential employees.
News
Mandatory STD disclosure among inmates may become law
|
The bill sponsored by West Side Illinois State Sen. Kimberly Lightford passed both the House and Senate; now it’s up to Gov. Pat Quinn to sign it.
News
Offender initative program passes Illinois Senate
|
The bill aims to give first-time, non-violent offenders a second chance after completing requirements such as community service and restitution through a two-year probation program.
News
Criminal record sealing law hearing to be held Thursday
|
Residents are encouraged to contact state representatives in support of the bill before March 8.