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West Siders Getting New And Improved Farmers Markets In Austin, North Lawndale
Vegan food entrepreneur Michelle Scott will launch the North Lawndale market in June, and caterer Veah Larde is leading the revamped Austin market.
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Ward Politics
City Paying Well More Than Typical Rent For Migrant Shelter Buildings — And Keeping Details Secret
Aides to Mayor Brandon Johnson and building owners say no one is getting rich off the shelters.
City’s Response To West Side Flooding Slammed By Ald. Mitts At Water Dept. Budget Hearing
DOWNTOWN — A West Side alderperson whose constituents were hit hard by summer storms and flooding laid into the water department’s leadership at a budget…
Alderpeople Ask, ‘Where’s The Beef’ On Revived Department Of Environment?
The renewed department would have no power to enforce environmental laws at first, but the mayor will announce a plan to boost those powers before…
A Neighbor To Know
Decorated Senior Olympian Now Working To Mentor West Side Kids
Jason Ferguson is hoping to inspire West Siders with fitness and history as he trains to qualify for the 2025 National Senior Games.
Local Groups
Devastated By Floods And Confused By FEMA, West Siders Form Their Own Recovery Group
The West Side Long-Term Recovery Group brings together organizers and volunteers to help neighbors clean up months-old flood damage, apply for federal assistance and more.…
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West Humboldt Park Fire Under Investigation After Resident Dies
Kyron McAllister, 59, died April 12, authorities said. The fire also displaced two residents and a dog and killed several animals.
