Community
Learn how to appeal your property taxes
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Attend a free workshop with Cook County Commissioner Larry Rogers Jr. and state Rep. La Shawn Ford from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Austin public library, 5615 W. Race Ave.
April 15
Group offers free tax help
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The nonprofit Ladder Up will help individuals making up to $32,000 and households earning up to $58,000 at no cost. The deadline to file state and federal taxes is April 18th.
Community
Free tax filing help available
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Free, confidential help is available at locations across the city through mid-April when 2021 tax returns must be filed. Families earning up to $58,000 and individuals making up to $32,000 are eligible for this assistance. Appointments can be made online or by calling (312) 588-6900.
election
Austin minister, other clergy urge Chicagoans to vote for ‘fair tax’ amendment
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The November election ballot includes a proposed amendment to the Illinois Constitution that if approved by voters would allow the state to replace its flat income tax with a graduated one. Gov. J.B. Pritzker is backing the amendment, while businessman Ken Griffin opposes it.
assessor
Assessor offering information on property taxes
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Schedule an appointment with staff from Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi’s office, who will be meeting with property owners on Tuesday, July 14 in state Rep. La Shawn Ford’s office, at 5051 W. Chicago Ave. Appointments will be scheduled between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn how to appeal your bill and make sure you aren’t missing any exemptions.
taxes
Austin’s elected officials vow to fight GOP tax overhaul bill
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Congressman Danny Davis, state Rep. Camille Lilly, Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin, and Ald. Chris Taliaferro and Emma Mitts warn the legislation would be devastating to many West Side residents.
Opinion
West Siders, wake up
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West Side resident Renna Thomas demands more honesty and action from elected officials to improve Austin and other struggling communities.
Community
Get help with your taxes at no cost
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The city of Chicago is offering free help for qualified individuals at several sites, including Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St., on Saturdays through April 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This year, the deadline to file taxes is Monday, April 18.
News
West Siders to Ald. Taliaferro: Vote no on property tax increase
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Dozens of 29th Ward residents attended a town hall earlier this week to voice their concern about Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s spending plan for 2016.
News
Rally spoiled by budget veto
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State Democratic lawmakers say they’ll fight Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposed cuts and remain hopeful a new spending plan will be approved this week.