Born on the city’s South Side, José Pérez has made history as the first Latino to hold the title of Common Council president. “I hope that I can be inspirational for people,” he says.
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Family and community outraged over release of acid attack suspect
The family of the man injured in an acid attack in November on the South Side expressed anger Wednesday that the suspect in the case is out of jail.
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South Side church defends decision to keep up banner featuring accused child rapist
South Side residents are expressing outrage about two huge banners in their neighborhood that feature the likeness of a religious leader who has been arrested and charged with child rape and human trafficking.
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Steve Fendt voted out as executive director of Southside Organizing Committee
After serving as executive director of the Southside Organizing Committee for 22 years, Steve Fendt was voted out by the organization’s board of directors.
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South Side carnaval highlights diverse Latin cultures
Seventeen Latin countries showcased their unique cultures as the 2013 Latino Carnaval (parade) made its debut on the South Side.
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Development efforts top agenda for Clarke Square neighborhood
The new director of the Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative plans to focus on redeveloping abandoned and foreclosed properties and creating a new public safety initiative, among other projects designed to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood.
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Construction begins on bridge connecting valley to The Domes
Construction has begun on a bike and pedestrian bridge that will link the Menomonee Valley to Mitchell Park. The project is part of a $26 million initiative to connect surrounding neighborhood residents to jobs and other resources in the valley.
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Benefit to raise money for child victims of human trafficking
Alverno College students are working to support an orphanage that mainly serves young girls who were victims of human trafficking. They are “Hope for Nicaragua,” a benefit fundraiser for Casa Mision Santa Faz on Friday, Nov. 9.
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Walker’s Point Parade commemorates Day of the Dead
The Día de Los Muertos parade through Walker’s Point boasted colorful costumes, stilt walkers, puppets, music, dancers and marchers carrying ofrendas (offerings) in memory of loved ones.
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New, healthier items offered at two South Side grocery stores
Pete’s Market and El Rey are responding to requests from South Side residents to include more healthy food items in the stores.