Rush University System for Health, the corporate parent of Rush Oak Park Hospital, announced last week that it is planning to merge with Endeavor Health to form what would be a healthcare powerhouse in Northern Illinois.   austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

The Island Civic Association’s Food With Neighbors initiative gives local residents $100 microgrants to gather, share a meal, and strengthen the neighborhood. Head to The Island Oasis (1114 S. Mason Ave.) on Oct. 24 starting at 6:30 PM for a neighborhood Halloween party! 👻🎃✨

A fire has been seen in East Garfield Park at 290 and Kostner in Chicago.

A new restaurant in Austin will open by the end of the month to serve cuisine inspired by several cultures around the world. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

Community running leads to improved mental health and a stronger sense of belonging to their neighborhoods austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

Though the City of Chicago doesn’t have official trick-or-treat hours on Oct. 31, youngsters are usually out from about 4 to 7 p.m. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

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Brookfield Zoo Chicago launched its first hands-on conservation session at the Austin Branch Library. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

Through paintings, sound and light, North Lawndale artist Terreon Collins is turning his own experiences with sickle cell disease into an immersive art exhibition titled “Where the Blood Flows at the Lawndale Pop-Up Spot. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

In order to help his campaign efforts in running for Mayor of Chicago, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has a new presence on the West Side. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

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A new quality of life plan has launched in Garfield Park, aiming to coalesce residents of East Garfield Park and West Garfield Park around shared goals for future investment. Read more: austinweeklynews.com/2026/09…

Mayor Brandon Johnson says his recent economic development initiatives on the West Side have created real change and reduced violent crime. austinweeklynews.com/2026/10…

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Today only, @jewelosco has this great deal for Bears game day. This is not a paid advertisement … but we just might be interested in checking this out for dinner tonight, too. 🏈🍗🍻 And yes, it is available at all Chicagoland locations. 😉

Back in March, a series of management failures led to the shut down of West Suburban Medical Center, despite owner Manoj K. Prasad’s claims to be an expert in medical technology systems and hospital management. austinweeklynews.com/2026/09…

The first West Side mayor in 90 years is running for reelection. On Sept. 13, Mayor Brandon Johnson, an Austin resident, announced that he would seek reelection in February. His first term comes to an end in April. austinweeklynews.com/2026/09…