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Gangs
Sobczyk to tackle gang crime as new Rogers Park commander
Rogers Parks police commander David Sobczyk was picked for the job to help deal with gang-related crimes, which statistics show are on the rise.
over 2 years ago | Tasneem Nomanbhai
Rogers Park residents, police mobilize to fight gangs, public drunkenness
Rogers Parks residents are trying to get a handle on crime in some pockets of the neighborhood. They are coming up with ideas to deal with problems like drug and gang activity and public drinking.
almost 3 years ago | Tasneem Nomanbhai
Little Village residents demand more CTA after-school buses
The CTA discontinued bus service along 31st Street in 1997, citing low ridership. Now, area residents say students face a long and sometimes dangerous walk to the nearest bus stop.
3 years ago | Jessica Pupovac
Humboldt Park residents ready for their close-up
Residents of a neighborhood long plagued by gang violence are looking forward to a more positive portrayal in an upcoming film centered on Puerto Rican family life.
over 3 years ago | Kwame Shorter
Man slain in Rogers Park
The victim was shot between three and six times at close range. Cops say the killing may have been gang-related.
over 3 years ago | LAURA ELIA
Englewood death prompts call for peace
10-year-old slain on way to candy store
almost 4 years ago | Greg Trotter
Police shut down South Side drug market
Suspects stole tire from stake-out vehicle
over 4 years ago | Geoff Wallin
Joint police sting shuts down drug market
Many Insane Black Mafia members nabbed
over 4 years ago | Geoff Wallin
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