pharmacy
Another West Side pharmacy to close
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Elected officials decry the closure and local residents say more investment needed in Austin.
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.
Community
Free showing Feb. 8th of a film about the Great Migration
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The public is invited to the see the documentary “Heading West: A History of African Americans on Chicago’s West Side” and participate in a post-screening discussion at Garfield Park Conservatory.
Austin Coming Together
West Side group names leader
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Darnell Shields is the new sole executive director of Austin Coming Together. He had shared the position with Andrew Born, who remains with the non-profit group.
Chicago Police District
Seeking West Siders wanting to improve community-police relations
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Commanders from the 11th, 15th and 25th districts will be meeting with all stakeholders 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 9 at 4540 W. Washington Blvd. All are welcome.
African-American
Public invited to screening of documentary about African Americans on Chicago’s West Side
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Call now to reserve tickets for the Dec. 2nd event, which will include time for attendees to share their own family stories.
Community
Free screening of film celebrating African Americans on West Side
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Join in the conversation afterward, share your family’s story at the Nov. 7th event.
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
Take a bike ride in Austin
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Everyone is welcome to join the ride Sept. 28th. Meet at BUILD’s headquarters at 5 p.m. and roll off at 6 p.m. Free bike rentals available.
Community
Register now for next weekend’s 5k walk/run
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Austin P.O.W.E.R. of Life is sponsoring the annual race, which starts at Chicago and Mayfield avenues Sept. 24.