Community
Win a free ticket to governor’s state of the state
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Friday, Jan. 17 is the deadline to enter the contest put on by state Rep. La Shawn Ford.
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Austin presence at charter schools conference
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Students from Legal Prep Charter Academies performed, and state Rep. La Shawn Ford spoke on a panel of lawmakers.
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West Side local school council members gather
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Rep. La Shawn Ford tells members that if they unite, education on the West Side can improve.
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Oak Park group hosts meeting to get to know Austin neighbors
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Dozens of people attended the event that highlighted opportunities to partner with Austin.
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Town hall highlights programs for at-risk teens and young adults
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Some say there needs to be more for the area’s youngest residents.
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Rep. Ford visits T-shirt making venture in Austin
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The state lawmaker wants to encourage more businesses to open and operate on the West Side.
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Community hosts “Back 2 School Throwdown”
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Dozens attended the free event held last weekend at Columbus Park.
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Austin lawmaker continues to press for restorative justice
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Rep. La Shawn Ford held another legislative meeting to highlight what advocates are doing to bring peace to communities.
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Austin lawmaker pushes for ex-cons to get second chance
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The proposal by Rep. La Shawn Ford (D-Chicago) would seal some criminal records, making it easier to get a job.
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Gov. Quinn to eliminate certain questions on state employment applications
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In letter to Rep. La Shawn Ford, the governor’s office indicates that an executive order will be issued that could make it easier for those convicted of non-violent crimes to be considered for jobs.