Category Archives: Violent Crime in Chicago

Overall Crime Down in Chicago Despite Increased Gun Violence

Posted on January 13, 2016 by halmgar

Police departments across the United States faced a large amount of criticism in 2015. America’s trust in our police forces was tested time and time again, thanks to the year’s many viral videos depicting police brutality, high profile cases, and … Continue reading →

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Chicago Pollution May be Leading to Higher Crime Rates

Posted on January 6, 2016 by halmgar

We have long known that air pollution is not beneficial to humans. Particles in the air are neurological irritants and have effects on human comfort levels and behaviors. Being surrounded by and inhaling pollution can lead to antisocial behavior, lack … Continue reading →

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Guns Used in Violent Chicago Crimes Frequently Originate From Out of State

Posted on November 18, 2015 by halmgar

Critics of tighter gun laws in America have frequently referred to the city of Chicago as an example of why gun laws are ineffective. Chicago has some of the strictest gun restrictions in the United States, yet still experiences abnormally … Continue reading →

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Another Deadly Weekend Raises Concerns over Chicago Violent Crime

Posted on September 30, 2015 by halmgar

In a period of about 15 hours, beginning this past Monday night, 14 people were shot in the Chicago area, including six who were killed. The shootings come on the heels of two consecutive weekends in which more than 50 … Continue reading →

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