THE LEAD
New study shows opioid overdose rates highest on West Side
Study by Cook County health department shows West Garfield Park, Austin leading communities in opioid overdose rates.
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The beginnings of Butter and Brown
All-day breakfast bistro on Austin Boulevard serves up traditional and unexpected offerings
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Austin garden to get a makeover
Austin's Mason Community Garden slated for major improvements after Feb. 26 City Council vote
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West Side nonprofit to celebrate Women’s History Month March 8
Bethel New Life's 'Women Making History' celebration webinar to take place Monday
West Siders look for ways of achieving safety in schools that go beyond policing
During Feb. 16 online workshop, community members brainstormed on alternatives
Nonprofit giving out $35K in ‘Build Black Wealth’ grants
The Black Village Foundation is helping West Siders jumpstart careers in areas such as law, real estate and photography
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