News
West Side teen’s death affects many for years to come
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The trauma of 16-year-old Antonio Fenner’s killing reverberates through his circle of friends and family.
News
The Black Star Project mourns for 108 Chicago youth killed in 2012
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The group is sending petitions to Washington, D.C., asking for greater resources to fund education, mentoring programs and provide economic alternatives to crime for young people in the community.
News
Christ the King students meet CeaseFire leaders
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The principal said the school has plans to create a violence prevention project on the West Side.
Opinion
Poverty, violence contribute to Chicago’s education gap
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Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Jesse Sharkey highlights nationwide programs that address poverty and violence while engaging students and parents.
Community
Police staffing falls on West Side, citywide
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In a recent Chicago Sun-Times data analysis, reporters found that more beat cops have retired than the city has replaced.
Opinion
Congressman Davis weighs in on Sandy Hook tragedy
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U.S Rep. Danny K. Davis (D IL-7) calls to end gun violence following the Newtown, Conn. school shootings.
Community
Austin safety meeting Tuesday
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The 6 p.m. Dec. 11 gathering will be held at the Rock of Our Salvation Evangelical Free Church, 118 N. Central Ave.
Community
Rep. Ford asks “What are the people in Austin to do?”
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In a letter to AustinTalks, the state lawmaker responds to the recent YMCA closing by calling on the governor to make it a priority to fight for the West Side.
News
Austin residents encourage unity to revive community
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Local leaders and advocates talk about solutions to the problems behind the violence plaguing the West Side. Some say building hope – like youth centers and community gardens – is a step toward finding peace.
Community
Donate a purse to support domestic violence victims
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The 15th District Police CAPS is collecting gently used purses until Oct. 3.