Chicago communities walk against violence as mayor rolls out new summer safety plan

Evelyn HolmesCommunities are hoping to galvanize forces to stand up against the gang violence and Chicago shootings some associate with the start of summer.This weekend, there were efforts across the city dedicated to stopping gun violence.

"We actually heard shots, and I told him to get down, because they were shooting. He said, 'Aw.' My daughter said, 'Mom, he got shot,'" Quinones said. Like in years past, the community's youth was joined by local service organizations and others come together before summer begins to call for peace.Chicago shootings: At least 10 shot, 2 killed in Memorial Day weekend violence across city, CPD says"It's just been getting more and more out of control, and I feel like it's time we bring the attention to the streets," said community resident Brian Stewart.

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