The Latest Breaking News from West Side

New West Side primary care clinic promises to expand access to uninsured residents

The Thresholds Health clinic in Austin recently opened to the public and will accept even uninsured patients. It’s a step toward reaching a largely uninsured, though advocates say there’s still more to be done.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 19, 2023

90 years and going strong — Moon’s Sandwich Shop still serving up fabulously no-fuss American diner staples

Moon’s Sandwich Shop on the Near West Side has been cooking up stick-to-your-bones fare since 1933.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 18, 2023

Walmart fought hard to open the stores it’s closing Sunday on the South Side, West Side

Four Walmart locations are set to close, a shock to those who remember the retailer clawing its way to do business in the city.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 14, 2023

BUILD Chicago opens home-away-from-home for West Side youth

BUILD Chicago’s new youth and family center in Austin is free and open to the public. There’s a laundry room, a restorative justice program and a farm, among other things.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 24, 2023

West Side credit union sets opening for August

State regulators approved the partnership between the Leaders Network and Great Lakes Credit Union, allowing the pair to plan their next steps, including a Juneteenth celebration marking the launch of online services.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 14, 2023

Who is Brandon Johnson, Chicago mayoral runoff candidate?

Brandon Johnson, Cook County commissioner, has secured a spot in the April 4 Chicago mayoral runoff.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 8, 2023

Extremism probes in CPD, new endorsements of mayoral candidates and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a five-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 7, 2023

West Side religious leaders offer $10,000 reward for tips leading to conviction in woman’s death

Tracey A. Showers, 55, was hit by a stray bullet last week and died from her wounds. Friends remember say she had a vivacious, charitable spirit.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 6, 2023

Dueling endorsements in race for mayor

U.S. Rep. Danny Davis lines up behind his West Side neighbor, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson. Retiring Ald. Roderick Sawyer chooses Paul Vallas, becoming the first mayoral challenger to pick sides in the April 4 runoff.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 6, 2023

CTA adapting to keep electric buses running during Chicago winters

The CTA started experimenting with electric buses in 2014, and has developed a system it thinks will work as the transit authority moves to an all-electric fleet by 2040.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 6, 2023