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FEMA aid appears to be coming up short, West Side advocates say

Avatar photo by Igor Studenkov September 18, 2023September 19, 2023

Nearly a month after President Joe Biden declared Cook County a disaster area—freeing up aid funds to address the consequences of July 2 flooding in Chicago and the suburbs — questions linger about how much of that money is reaching Austin. According to FEMA spokesperson Leyla Gulen, as of Sept. 16, the agency distributed $125.9 […]

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How to apply for FEMA flood assistance

Avatar photo by Stacey Sheridan and Igor Studenkov August 21, 2023August 25, 2023
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Forest Park mayor applies for Cook County board vacancy

Avatar photo by Igor Studenkov June 16, 2023June 16, 2023
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Harmon outlines process for selecting Johnson’s successor on county board

Avatar photo by Igor Studenkov May 17, 2023May 17, 2023
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Rev. Ira Acree, West Side faith leader, seeks Johnson’s county board seat

Avatar photo by Francia Garcia Hernandez April 26, 2023April 26, 2023
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A look at what’s ahead for the West Side in 2023

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West Side year in review

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by Karen A.Yarbrough December 13, 2022December 13, 2022
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Metra keeps $100 Super-Saver Pass, day passes after board backlash

Avatar photo by Igor Studenkov November 15, 2022November 16, 2022
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Congressman who reps parts of West Side to run for mayor

by BOB SKOLNIK November 14, 2022September 7, 2023

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