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West Side Schools Face New Violence Spike | Chicago News
Shots fired near Chicago schools are sending shockwaves through a neighborhood already making strides against violence — six shots in five days near Michelle Clark High School, including one fatality, despite overall crime dropping. Violence interrupters are doubling down, adapting to unpredictable spikes fueled by robberies and teen gatherings, while parents like Malika Slaughter fear for their kids’ safety. Yet amid the urgency, organizers hold fast: ten years of progress shows shootings have plummeted since 2017, and they’re expanding safe spaces and partnerships to keep momentum alive…
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