Community
Honor MLK’s memory
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Join state Rep. La Shawn Ford for the 18th annual family health challenge day of service from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 15.
Austin
Reparations discussed at Austin church
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Carl McCargo led a discussion earlier this month on reparations at the Third Unitarian Church of Chicago. He talked about the tragic legacy chattel slavery left behind, but he’s hopeful the U.S. can heal the inter-generational trauma caused by centuries of an oppressive system.
health
MLK Day celebrated with a reminder to stay healthy
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The 14th annual family health challenge, organized by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday by stressing the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
News
Events planned to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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A number of events are being held this weekend to honor the civl rights leader, starting with an interfaith celebration at 10 a.m. Jan. 15. Other events are planned by Nonviolence Chicago and the Community Renewal Society on Jan. 18 and 19.
racial equity
West Siders rally in Washington for justice, equity
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Ira Acree, pastor of Greater St. John Bible Church, and Jose Abonce of Austin Coming Together both traveled to D.C. last week to take part in the “Commitment March: Get Your Knee Off Our Necks.”
Opinion
Reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s response to looting
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The state and city must invest in West and South side neighborhoods, writes state Rep. La Shawn Ford. “Our city cannot leave our struggling communities behind.”
Community
Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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The Loretto Hospital and state Rep. La Shawn Ford will be commemorating the civil rights leader at an event that celebrates life before, during and after recovery. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 21 in the hospital’s sixth floor auditorium at 645 S. Central Ave.
News
Chicago civil rights activist recounts time with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Timuel Black, 96, tells members of Third Unitarian Church in Austin what a crucial role MLK played in Chicago and across the country.
Community
Celebrate MLK Day by seeing the movie “Selma”
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Insurance agent Darren Tillis will host local senior citizens and young people Monday afternoon at a Cicero theatre.
Community
Free breakfast Monday to remember MLK
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It will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., on a first-come, first-serve basis, at Alice’s restaurant, 5638 W. Chicago Ave. La Coulton J. Walls, a candidate running for the 29th Ward seat, is the sponsor.