Opinion
This isn’t the African-American dream
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Racism persists and is a problem for everyone, not just blacks, writes columnist John W. Fountain III.
News
Austin teens respond to Obama’s call for action after Trayvon Martin verdict
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They share their experiences and views on several issues, including being profiled, black-on-black crime and white privilege.
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Witnesses fear sharing what they know
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That’s one reason many homicide cases in Chicago remain unsolved, but some also blame mistrust residents have of police.
Opinion
Being black in America and CNN documentary
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John W. Fountain III. reflects on a television program about being African-American and writes about his own experiences.
News
Artists make jokes about Chicago’s neighborhoods
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Austin is featured in one of 42 “Slightly Insulting Posters,” which seem to be getting mixed reviews across the city.
Opinion
Gabby Douglas’ hairdo and fried chicken shows slow progress
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Columnist John W. Fountain III. shares his opinion about two recent events saying, “We are so caught up in minute absurdities, we miss the big picture.”
News
Government-backed home loans prevalent on West Side
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A new report by the Woodstock Institute shows that twice as many of these loans were issued to individuals in communities of color than in predominately white neighborhoods.
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Six community members vying for two spots on Young Elementary’s LSC
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Winners of the April 18 election will help the school’s staff determine how to plan the longer day.
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Austin, cast your votes today
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Registered voters have until 7 p.m. to vote for candidates running for local, state and national positions.
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Ald. Deborah Graham and Congressman Danny Davis debate for 29th Ward committeeman position
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The two candidates discussed their views about the position’s responsibility and addressed callers concerns about creating jobs on the West Side.