Articles By Jamie Nesbitt Golden
In Englewood, A Push To Empower Residents By Turning Renters Into Homeowners
The Englewood Development Group's first renovation project — part of a Buy The Block initiative — is finished and market-ready.
Roll N Peace Bike Tour Returns To Explore Neighborhood, Reduce Violence
Participants will ride through crime hot spots to deter violence during the Friday event.
Free Coronavirus Tests Available At Washington Heights Jewel-Osco Thursday
No identification is required but people are urged to pre-register.
For Generations, The South And West Sides Have Been Shut Out Of Housing Near Public Transit. A New Plan Aims To Change That
"We want to make sure that these transit-oriented projects are led by the community and owned by the community and do not displace people when they get built," one community leader said.
Auburn Gresham Food Drive Offering Free Groceries And Pet Food To Neighbors Tuesday
Pets and their human companions can pick up meals Tuesday morning while supplies last.
South Side Artist’s Colorful Mural Aims To Uplift Auburn Gresham Residents During Pandemic
Artist Mario Mena wanted to do something for his neighborhood, so he painted a colorful mural to start a conversation about mental health.
I Grow Chicago Creates Free Program To Help Englewood Students With Online Learning
The program will match 40 Englewood-area students with an advocate who provides virtual and in-person support. Students will also get a laptop and other supplies they need.
Want To Help Englewood Residents Clean Up The Neighborhood? Join #TheHoodTakeover This Weekend
#TheHoodTakeover volunteers will pick up trash 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday along Racine Avenue from 55th Street to 76th Street.
After School Supplies Stolen In Burglary, Donors Step Up In Big Way To Help Englewood Anti-Violence Group
Over 200 families were able to get what they needed to start the school year after donors gave to Mothers Against Senseless Killings.
