African-American
Group pushing to open a mental health center in Austin
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Some question how existing clinics would be affected. West Side voters would have to approve a referendum raising property taxes to pay for the new facility.
Commissioner Richard Boykin
Cook County commissioners approve measure seeking federal money to curb violence
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The proposal targeting Chicago’s West and South sides was changed to cover all of the city’s communities, which Commissioner Richard Boykin and others said was a mistake.
Austin
Austin pastor calls on Trump to visit Chicago
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Rev. Ira Acree wants the president to come to the West Side and provide the resources and support needed to make all neighborhoods safe and prosperous.
Austin
Dozens of homicides recorded in Austin in 2016, one of the city’s deadliest
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Eighty-eight people were slain in Chicago’s most-populated neighborhood.
Community
Attend memorial service for crime victims
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All are welcome at the event, which will be held at 5 p.m. Dec. 11 at 647 N. Kedzie.
Danny Davis
Dozens of black politicians demand more investment in “endangered” neighborhoods
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Monday’s push for more local, state and federal funding comes just a few days after Austin Congressman Danny K. Davis’ teenage grandson was buried. He is one of the 700-some people killed in Chicago so far this year.
youth
Community leaders introduce the “good neighbor and safety action” plan
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A coalition of West Side groups, elected officials, clergy members and others urge the West Side to unite in fighting violence and helping young people.
Austin
Two more die in Austin in separate shootings over the weekend
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Nearly 40 people have been killed in Austin so far this year as shooting deaths across the city continue to climb compared to last year.
Opinion
Congress must take action now on gun legislation, says local leader
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Austin Congressman Danny K. Davis shares his thoughts about the recent events in Minnesota, Louisiana and Texas.
Community
Commissioner Boykin, other elected officials ask residents to gather for important summit
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Cook County board member fears out-of-control gun violence could lead to more harm in Austin, other Chicago neighborhoods if action isn’t taken.