Opinion
The obvious pattern of racism gets ignored
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There need to be more good white people in the fight, writes columnist John W. Fountain III.
history
Commemorate international day for the abolition of slavery
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford, Quiwana Bell and the Good Neighbors Campaign will host an event 2 p.m. Dec. 2 at 5437 W. Division. Learn about slavery’s impact on black families 152 years after the 13th Amendment was ratified.
Opinion
Trump has put the focus on the wrong thing
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Columnist John W. Fountain III challenges society – especially those of us who are white – to get serious about dealing with racism.
News
Austin, Oak Park residents come together for real talk about race, poverty
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The May 16th On The Table discussion, one of thousands organized by The Chicago Community Trust, was held at Columbus Park Refectory.
U.S. Department of Justice
Federal investigation of the Chicago Police Department seeks citizen input
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A representative from the U.S. Justice Department wants to meet with local residents Oct. 5 in the offices of the Westside NAACP, 5820 W. Chicago Ave., to gather information about their experiences with policing.
Paul Robeson
Third Unitarian Church celebrates life, legacy of Paul Robeson
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He was remembered as a charismatic singer, actor and activist who spoke out against racism throughout his life.
Jane Addams-Hull House Museum
Revitalizing West Side focus of Jane Addams-Hull House initiative
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Community activists and social policy experts said the lack of investment continues today, making it even harder for Austin and other neighborhoods to thrive.
Eric Michael Dyson
The country’s first African-American president hasn’t done enough to fight racism, says a well-known black author
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In a speech at an Austin church last weekend, Eric Michael Dyson urged Obama to do more to help black Americans in the final months of his presidency.
accountability
Mayor should act quickly on police accountability report
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A longtime Austin pastor says Chicago’s Independent Police Review Authority should be disbanded immediately.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro
Youth, Chicago police discuss bridging the gap
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Teens talked at Saturday’s meeting about their fear of officers, while 15th District Commander Dwayne Betts vowed to break down the walls between the department and local residents.