Community
Austin Safety Net Works basketball kicks off new season
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The workshop series focuses on building skills, having fun and enforcing healthy habits.
News
Poverty Action Campaign penning Austin’s manifesto
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Members, who will meet tonight, encourage residents to get involved and support initiatives to improve the community.
News
Founder of Westside Health Authority honored
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Jacqueline Reed was recognized last week for her contributions to the community with a street that now bears her name.
News
Activists, young people discuss reform at juvenile justice forum
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Many ideas exchanged about how to keep young people out of trouble in Austin, which has the third highest number of teen arrests in the city.
News
New community kitchen aims to improve health
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New cooking classes are being offered at the Westside Health Authority.
Opinion
West Side activist honored
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Sun-Times columnist Mary Mitchell signals out Jacqueline Reed, who after 23 years has stepped down from the Westside Health Authority.
Community
Westside Health Authority awarded $75,000 grant
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The money will support an initiative to reduce breast cancer among African-American women.
Community
Austin residents march against violence
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Last weekend’s event shines light on this important issue. This weekend, there will be more community events, including Ald. Emma Mitt’s back-to-school gospel fest and the William V. Banks and Lillian Gill Grand Lodge community parade and cookout.
News
Finding a job after prison challenging for many
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And it’s an even bigger challenge when times are tough. Westside Health Authority works with former prisoners, as does Bethel New Life.
News
Hundreds of ex-prisoners seek help in Austin
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People come to the West Side for a second chance. Find out who’s helping them and see some of the challenges they face.