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Cook County Commission Richard Boykin, Bishop Joseph Jones and Rev. Ira Acree will host a “state of the emergency” meeting 6 to 8 p.m. July 19 at Pleasant Ridge Church, 116 S. Central Ave.
The June 23rd event at Columbus Park, organized by BUILD, celebrated the end of school and provided a practical way for young people to connect to positive activities and stay safe.
The recent shooting that left one dead and five injured is just the latest in a string of crimes at the busy intersection in the heart of Austin.
Local residents expressed frustration over the lack of resources and attention paid to the West Side. Elected officials must do more, they said.
15th District Commander Dwayne Betts has been meeting with local businesses and community groups to make Austin safer.
Nearly 200 buildings in the 28th, 29th and 37th wards are on the list out of almost 2,000 citywide.
High levels have not been found in the handful of Austin facilities officials have tested so far, according to documents obtained by WBEZ/Chicago Public Radio.
Spencer Elementary Technology Academy is the first school in our West Side community to have samples come back above the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s actionable levels. CPS is still testing other campuses in the neighborhood.
The Greater Austin Independent Political Organization invites residents to discuss solutions Nov. 19th.
Dozens have been shot in Austin this year. Share your solutions Sept. 10 at La Follette Park.