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Damani Bolden Named Executive Director of South Side Weekly NFP
The South Side native will oversee the publication of the Hyde Park Herald and South Side Weekly. The post Damani Bolden Named Executive Director of South Side Weekly NFP appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Op-Ed: Paper Ban at Cook County Jail Restricts Access to Letters, Books and Learning Material
Jail volunteers say the heightened security and screening of mail has jeopardized access to donated books, letters from family, and case documents. The post Op-Ed: Paper Ban at Cook County Jail Restricts Access to Letters, Books and Learning Material appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Interim CPD Chief Fred Waller Was Accused of Domestic Abuse in 2006
Waller also claimed he called 911 at the time, but investigators found no record of the call. The post Interim CPD Chief Fred Waller Was Accused of Domestic Abuse in 2006 appeared first on South Side Weekly.
First state to eliminate cash bail
Welcome to the Lit Issue This year’s Literary Issue is centered around radical writing, transformative legislation, community, and self care as an act of resistance. In the featured book reviews, writers explore the complexities of Black art, the grief that comes with rest, and timeless abolitionist writing. This includes a community review of We Do […] The post First state to eliminate cash bail appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Your Friendly (and Only) Employee-Owned Neighborhood Bookstore
Mandy Medley, one of the owners of Pilsen Community Books, talks about passion, connections, and how selling books is, ironically, not about getting paper. The post Your Friendly (and Only) Employee-Owned Neighborhood Bookstore appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Community Review of Mariame Kaba’s We Do This ‘Til We Free Us
Four writers share how the 2021 book has influenced their organizing and conversations with friends and family. The post Community Review of Mariame Kaba’s We Do This ‘Til We Free Us appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Seeing Yourself in the Future You’re Fighting For
Let This Radicalize You co-author Kelly Hayes on balancing journalism with activism and the importance of caring for ourselves while doing the work. The post Seeing Yourself in the Future You’re Fighting For appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Illinois Outlaws Book Bans—But Not for Incarcerated People
With Illinois being the first state to pass legislation enacting penalties for censorship in public libraries, those who are incarcerated aren’t included in the state’s victory. The post Illinois Outlaws Book Bans—But Not for Incarcerated People appeared first on South Side Weekly.
South Shore Condo Owners Allege Hostile Takeover of Building
At the Silver Coast Citadel, an investment group has control of the building. The owners who live there feel stuck. The post South Shore Condo Owners Allege Hostile Takeover of Building appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Pilsen’s Miche Fest Returns Bigger Than Ever, Amidst Neighborhood Concerns
In its fifth year, the michelada-themed festival boasted major headliners in the local park. But soaring ticket prices leave loyal fans wanting more accessibility. The post Pilsen’s Miche Fest Returns Bigger Than Ever, Amidst Neighborhood Concerns appeared first on South Side Weekly.
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