This Week's Edition - Crime in Chicago
Ceasefire helps save lives
Recent shootings in Chicago has prompted many to worry. However, Ceasefire Chicago seems to be playing a big role in preventing violence. Ceasefire uses public health models to stop violence in its tracks. They try to cool down situations and mediate between parties that have . . . .
Read MoreChicago kayaking: safe?
If you think Kayaking on the Chicago river can be harmless think again. On July 1 60 kayakers were rescued when their kayaks capsized and went adrift. [View the story "Kayaking in Chicago River can be a bit dangerous" on Storify] Related Links Kayaking
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Crime by the numbers
Crimes – Map Crimes – Map Powered by Socrata According to the 2011 Chicago Murder Analysis issued by the Chicago Police Department, the number of murder victims has decreased significantly . . . .