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African American leaders share stories of inspiration

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | February 20, 2022

The virtual event – organized by BUILD Chicago – will be held the week of Feb. 21 and feature several speakers, including Michele Clark High School Principal Charles Anderson, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson, artist Antonia Ruppert and BUILD Chairwoman Siobhan Sanders.

Business

Young entrepreneurs plan pop-up market in January

By Suzanne McBride | January 2, 2019

The Jan. 19 event is one of a few services offered by the participants of Young Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow (Y.E.T.), a program operated by the Westside Health Authority.

Ald. Chris Taliaferro

Taliaferro eases into 29th Ward committeeman post

By Terry Dean | April 14, 2016

The first-term alderman easily defeated state Rep. La Shawn Ford in last month’s primary.

Community

Notable Chicagoans to be celebrated in Austin

By AustinTalks | February 23, 2016

Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin will honor three local leaders and the Illinois Civil Liberties Union Feb. 27 at the Columbus Park Refectory.

basketball

Christ the King girls basketball coach winning praise

By Jasmine Cannon | December 20, 2015

The team has flourished under Edward Douglas’ leadership in the five years he’s been at the West Side school.

Amara Enyia

West Side youth to learn leadership from adult mentors

By Terry Dean | December 17, 2015

Austin Chamber of Commerce head Amara Enyia is launching the Bridge Initiative, which will connect young people with veteran activists and community leaders.

Opinion

What’s in a name?

By Malcolm Crawford | September 10, 2014

Austin business leader Malcolm Crawford challenges us to think about how to honor great African-American leaders in the community.

Community

West Side gathering to discuss the dream

By AustinTalks | April 2, 2014

The 46th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s death will be commemorated Friday night at New Tabernacle of Faith Baptist Church.

Opinion

Have you forgotten whom you serve?

By Renna Thomas | July 10, 2013

West Side resident asks tough questions of elected officials.

News

Rev. Flowers laid to rest

By Patrick Smith | December 18, 2012

State Rep. La Shawn Ford, Rev. Ira Acree and others mourn the lost of the longtime West Side leader.

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