Cops say masked teens with a thirst for violence and joyrides are terrorizing the city. An examination of arrests reveals a narrative built on shoddy data and anecdotal evidence.
Tag: violent crime
Posted inNews & Politics
Project sWish uses basketball to keep young people on the south and west sides safe in the summer
“We want to provide an opportunity for these kids to be off the streets during these times, in these neighborhoods.”
Posted inBlogs
Deportation fears, rumors are affecting businesses in Little Village, and other Chicago news
Also, even former governor George Ryan thinks the state budget impasse is a disaster.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
Rauner was right to reject calls for the National Guard in Chicago
Calling the guard into black and brown neighborhoods would only escalate tensions between the community and the police.
Posted inBlogs
A greener Chicago would be a safer Chicago
Urban farming and better care of vacant lots could reduce crime and improve life in poorer areas
Posted inBlogs
New pot law hasn’t ended grass gap
Chicago police are busting fewer people for marijuana offenses—but only in certain neighborhoods
