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November 13, 2024 ■ Also serving Garfield Park ■ austinweeklynews.com
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West Siders convene for gun violence prevention expo Strides for Peace is putting on its 2nd annual event at the University of Illinois Chicago’s Dorin Forum By JESSICA MORDACQ Staff Reporter
While Strides for Peace’s annual Race Against Gun Violence is a way for grassroots gun violence prevention organizations to raise money, its second annual gun violence prevention expo allows these organizations to connect with each other — and with young people. At the University of Illinois Chicago’s Dorin Forum on Nov. 21, the expo’s theme will be “Legacy of Leadership: Inspiring the Next Generation to Rise.” A large portion of the event aims to connect high school students See STRIDES FOR PEACE on page 6
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Ald. Emma Mitts of the 37th Ward speaks at a press conference, hosted by tenants of 5362 W. Madison St., to speak out about unsafe living conditions, poor management, and high rent.
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