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.
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Web-based apps simplify access to government data
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Designed by members of the Meetup group, Open Government Chicago, the apps help citizens with tasks such as seeing if potholes have been reported and locating their child’s CPS tier.
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.
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Twenty Austin blocks to be resurfaced, repaired using Ald. Ervin’s menu money
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The project was presented at Monday’s 28th Ward meeting, along with other action to clean up the streets, including police efforts to combat crime and the city’s April 21 Clean and Green volunteer day.
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Austin homeowners can apply for home-improvement grants
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The deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 9, and applications are available at Neighborhood Housing Services locations or one of the three Austin ward offices.
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Senior citizen, city at odds over leaky bathroom
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South Austin Coalition Community Council will hold a press conference today over the dispute involving a longtime Austin resident and Chicago’s Department of Housing and Economic Development.