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Author Archives: Wendell Hutson

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Police brass with Austin ties in running to replace Johnson

by Wendell Hutson November 11, 2019

Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson’s decision to retire by the end of the year has prompted a frenzied search for his replacement. So far, two of the possible candidates on Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s shortlist to succeed Johnson in the office are high-ranking police with Austin connections.

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Lawmaker calls for emergency measures

by Wendell Hutson June 11, 2019
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McDonald’s to increase area hires, touts tuition assistance

by Wendell Hutson May 21, 2019January 29, 2021
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Business assists with adopted kids’ hairstyles

by Wendell Hutson March 25, 2019January 29, 2021
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Popular block party comes to Austin

by Wendell Hutson July 31, 2018
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Austin manufacturer lights up streets, minds

by Wendell Hutson May 8, 2018January 29, 2021
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Providence St. Mel’s founder opens up on life mission

by Wendell Hutson February 20, 2018January 29, 2021
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Restaurant opening a dream come true for ex-offender

by Wendell Hutson January 30, 2018June 24, 2021
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Resident: ‘It’s expensive to be poor’

by Wendell Hutson October 2, 2017January 29, 2021
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W. Side nonprofit gets millions to help steer youth to college

by Wendell Hutson August 28, 2017January 29, 2021

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