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15-year-old shot in Austin, Chicago police say

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15-year-old shot in Austin, Chicago police say

Keisha Patel

Sports Reporter · Oak Park, IL

Keisha Patel, a former athlete and graduate of the University of Chicago, has spent the last seven years covering local high school and college sports. Her passion for sports shines through her articles, encouraging community support for local teams.

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Sports Reporter · Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 11:29 AM · 1 min read

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15-year-old shot in Austin, Chicago police say
— Downers Grove Community news

A 15-year-old was hurt in a shooting on the city's West Side, Chicago police said.

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