Opinion: Chicago has become an easy buzzword when it comes to crime – convenient reductionism for politicians who refuse to act on tragedies in their own community, writes columnist suzyscribe.
That's hardly the murder capital of the world.How to help stop more school shootings? Raise the age to buy a rifle to 21.
After spending time here with some of the nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, block clubs and community organizers determined to disrupt the cycle of violence, I have no doubt they deserve much of the credit for the reduction. They have created a comprehensive network.How George Floyd's death inspired these former gang members to help the local neighborhood
“Progress on violence can be slow, and at times can be frustrating. But we’re working on it day in and day out,” Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said last month during a news conference. “And we’re seeing the fruits of those labors.
The goal is to straddle social and economic backgrounds to bring together racially diverse communities and families across Chicago. Ultimately, the group works to build character, teach conflict-resolution skills and keep kids off the streets.