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Chicago
Losing two boyfriends to gun violence and serving time in prison hurt me. But that pain helped me find my purpose: supporting other returning citizens.
I still don't know who shot my son — but finding out won't bring him back.
I believe we need to approach gun violence with mercy — and not seek more punishment.
The Trace spoke to nearly 20 survivors about how to engage with them. Mostly, they want to be seen and heard.
The city program, which covers funeral and other expenses, has approved over 80 percent of applicants. But funds are running out for the few neighborhoods it serves.
The failure to solve many of the city’s gun crimes has left families distrustful of police and fearful for their own safety.
Philadelphia
For the first time in three years, the city is poised to end 2023 with fewer than 500 fatalities — but the gunshots, sirens, and recurring cycles of mourning persist.
Cherelle Parker, the first woman to lead the city, campaigned on stop-and-frisk policing. Her constituents have strong views on how she should implement it — if at all.
Darnell Lane was convicted of shooting and killing another man. Now, he's helping his peers break generational cycles of violence.
Concern about homicides is also contributing to the rise of private security. But there are questions about limited training and regulation.
Named for domestic violence victim Karina González, the measure would require law enforcement officers to quickly remove guns from people who have orders of protection against them.
The Trajectory
Gun violence is falling nationwide, but the decline in New Orleans is even more pronounced. Community leaders and public health officials want to get the numbers down further.
Esta muerte se produce en un momento precario en la campaña de Filadelfia para poner fin a su crisis de violencia con armas de fuego.
Cherelle Parker and David Oh have agreed to one debate, but community leaders worry they won't get details on the candidates' plans to address gun violence.
Community Violence
Since before his inauguration, gun reform groups have been calling for a federal office focused solely on stopping shootings.
