Exploring Chicago's Murder Epidemic
"You're Always Facing Your...
High school students say they constantly have to watch their backs when they leave the house because they never know if they're going to be a gunman's next target.
Friends Don't Want to Visit
Shantae Howell says she often has to travel to friends in other neighborhoods because they don't want to travel to the violent neighborhood in which she lives.
Problem: Some Parents Aren't Involved
Andrea Limon laments that some classmates don't have strong parents and families looking out for them.
Lack of Activities = Kids on the Streets
Camarri Lane says there aren't enough activities for younger teens to take part.
Student: People Have Become Complacent
Robert Jackson says a community is only as strong as its weakest link and says an entire community needs to want change in order for it to happen.
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"It's the Innocent that Die"
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