Solar energy program pilots in West Garfield Park
Illinois Solar For All, a state program that helps lower-income households get solar power in their homes, is looking…
FEMA aid appears to be coming up short, West Side advocates say
Nearly a month after President Joe Biden declared Cook County a disaster area—freeing up aid funds to address the…
Garfield Park’s Shalom Parker selected for city arts & health program
A Garfield Park-based artist started playing with clay when she was three or four years old in her native…
Activists demand West Side Amazon increase hiring, wages
Residents living east of the West Humboldt Park Amazon distribution facility near the intersection of Division Street and Kostner…
Kehrein celebrates Black youth with Barrett Keithley mural
Chicago artist Barrett Keithley stood with open arms before young elementary and middle school students from Austin-based Catalyst Circle…
With dolphin research, Brookfield Zoo brings science to local teens
The Midwest is probably the last place one might think of for studying wild dolphin populations, but two local…
Food delivery service for people with disabilities extended
A city program that delivers food to people with disabilities in Austin has been extended six more months. The…
Former Aldi site proposals feature shops, housing and green roofs
The city is inviting West Garfield Park residents to share their takes on the two finalist proposals to redevelop…
Congressional run for Melissa Conyears-Ervin in question
Accusations of ethics violations and misconduct could thwart Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin’s bid for U.S. Rep. Danny Davis’…
Children living in subsidized housing are eligible for free books
Children in Austin and across Chicago who live in subsidized housing can pick up free books, a gift from…
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