Athena Williams’ Dream of Bringing Downtown Living to Austin is Nearly Complete
The 78-unit mixed-income apartment complex will start accepting applications in June
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Supreme Court’s Latest Voting Rights Decision Continues Long Rollback of Civil Rights Era Protections
Rep. Danny K. Davis says the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision ‘further erodes critical safeguards that protect voters’
West Siders Learn Tools and Techniques of Preserving Their Own Stories
At a May 9 workshop at Legler, residents explored how oral history can preserve firsthand accounts often missing from mainstream narratives about Black life
Chicago Youth Works Opens Applications for Thousands of Summer Jobs for Youth Ages 14–24
City leaders say the expanded, newly rebranded youth employment initiative is part of broader violence prevention strategy
Chicago West Community Orchestra Honors City’s Jazz Legacy During International Jazz Day Celebration
Featuring acclaimed vocalist Tammy McCann, the Garfield Park Conservatory performance also showcased local musicians
Maywood Fine Arts Launches Renovation of Historic Downtown Home
Upgrades to the century-old former bank at 5th and Lake will expand classrooms, modernize facilities, and preserve a cornerstone of Maywood’s arts community
15th District Council Members Pitch Community Justice Alliance to Resolve Low-Level Conflicts, Build Trust
Pilot proposal would train residents, police officers, and council members in mediation, restorative justice, and racial healing practices
Austin Artist Wants to Bring Color, Craft, and Artistic Community to the West Side
Multidisciplinary artist Briana Shields recently launched Deco Ave Creative Studio & Wellness House
West Side Women of Wisdom Celebration Returns for 7th Year Honoring Community Leaders
“A Legacy in Burgundy” gala on April 26 will spotlight 32 women whose work uplifts youth and families across the West Side
West Side Earth Keepers Photo Exhibit Spotlights Local Environmental Stewards
A month-long exhibit at BUILD Chicago features photos of local growers, organizers, and environmental leaders by photographer Kenn Cook Jr.
Supreme Court’s Latest Voting Rights Decision Continues Long Rollback of Civil Rights Era Protections
Rep. Danny K. Davis says the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision ‘further erodes critical safeguards that protect voters’
West Siders Learn Tools and Techniques of Preserving Their Own Stories
At a May 9 workshop at Legler, residents explored how oral history can preserve firsthand accounts often missing from mainstream narratives about Black life
Chicago Youth Works Opens Applications for Thousands of Summer Jobs for Youth Ages 14–24
City leaders say the expanded, newly rebranded youth employment initiative is part of broader violence prevention strategy
Chicago West Community Orchestra Honors City’s Jazz Legacy During International Jazz Day Celebration
Featuring acclaimed vocalist Tammy McCann, the Garfield Park Conservatory performance also showcased local musicians
Maywood Fine Arts Launches Renovation of Historic Downtown Home
Upgrades to the century-old former bank at 5th and Lake will expand classrooms, modernize facilities, and preserve a cornerstone of Maywood’s arts community
15th District Council Members Pitch Community Justice Alliance to Resolve Low-Level Conflicts, Build Trust
Pilot proposal would train residents, police officers, and council members in mediation, restorative justice, and racial healing practices
Austin Artist Wants to Bring Color, Craft, and Artistic Community to the West Side
Multidisciplinary artist Briana Shields recently launched Deco Ave Creative Studio & Wellness House
West Side Women of Wisdom Celebration Returns for 7th Year Honoring Community Leaders
“A Legacy in Burgundy” gala on April 26 will spotlight 32 women whose work uplifts youth and families across the West Side
West Side Earth Keepers Photo Exhibit Spotlights Local Environmental Stewards
A month-long exhibit at BUILD Chicago features photos of local growers, organizers, and environmental leaders by photographer Kenn Cook Jr.