Community
Austin library to hold repair cafe
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Do you need help repairing a broken household item or mending some clothes? Stop by the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 25.
Community
Applications being accepted for sidewalk repairs
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Some 2,000 people applied last year, but the city only had money to fund 840 households, according to Block Club Chicago. This year, officials hope to accommodate more than 1,000 households.
sidewalks
City starts accepting applicants Jan. 9 for sidewalk repairs
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West Side residents are encouraged to apply quickly as the Chicago Department of Transportation has limited funds for the popular program.
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City offering residents assistance with roof, porch repair
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One-day registration runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 8th only. Applicants will be selected by lottery.
Community
Sign up next week for Chicago’s sidewalk program
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Spots will fill up quickly for the chance to share repair costs with the city.
News
Potholes another speed bump in quest to improve Austin
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One West Side nonprofit plans to fill some potholes on its own as city crews continue to work on the damaged roads.
Community
Apply now for help in fixing your house
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Open enrollment for the city’s roof and porch repair program begins 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2.
News
Tenants keep fighting for fixes at foreclosed apartment
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Residents have been fighting since April to have health and safety concerns addressed, but are still living in conditions that include broken windows, leaking ceilings and pests.
News
Austin businesses suffer from crime, violence in community
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Crain’s Chicago Business talks to owners about the financial toll and fear resulting from the rash of thefts and homicides in the West Side community.
News
Tenants see some court-ordered fixes at foreclosed Austin apartment building
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While a temporary property manager was appointed to turn on utilities and make repairs, residents fear the progress isn’t a long-term solution.