Mayor Brandon Johnson has responded with perennial opportunities like summertime job opportunities for youth and newer additions like free membership to city YMCAs for people ages 12 to 18.
 

Chicago Tribune

As summer heats up, what’s driving Chicago ‘teen takeovers’?

Such gatherings — known as “teen takeovers” or “teen trends” — have become increasingly common in Chicago over the last decade, especially during the warmer months. They are sporadic, organized quickly on social media, and can sometimes end in violence or even fatal gunfire.

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