Community
West Siders invited to attend financial services event Saturday
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The free session will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 20 in the 15th District Chicago Police Department community room, 5701 W. Madison Ave.
News
Fewer Austin residents claim unemployment
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Recent information shows the rate has dropped, leaving some to believe the economy is getting better but others say it’s down because people have exhausted their benefits.
Opinion
Why education cuts doom reforms, students
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Sen. Kimberly Lightford (4th) says money is available, but school funding continues to be cut.
Community
Alderman announces TIF money to rehab West Side homes
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The funds will assist residents with purchasing and repairing vacant homes within a portion of the 28th Ward, as well as the 27th Ward.
Opinion
Signs and dollar signs
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Serethea Reid, founder of the Central Austin Neighborhood Association, writes about unanswered requests to the 29th Ward alderman to install a sign many believe would deter crime in the community.
News
OpenCity introduces new app to identify CPS tiers
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The new tool was designed to provide information to parents trying to enroll students at selective schools throughout the city.
Community
West Side high school hosts youth financial literacy event
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The listening session, which included student demonstrations and roundtable discussions, was part of a national program to help Americans stay out of debt.
News
West Side aldermen mum about their menu money
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An analysis of how Austin’s council members distributed their funds last year shows some went unused.
Opinion
Five scams that hurt the black community
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This commentary first appeared in The Black Truth News. Let us know what you think.
Community
Learn how to manage your money
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The free two-hour seminar will be offered monthly starting this Friday.