this post was submitted on 13 Aug 2023
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Homicides in Chicago are a problem in particular neighborhoods and communities. Many of these neighborhoods and communities are disadvantaged socially and economically and have been for decades. It could probably be considered intergenerational trauma.
Basically, the rate is higher than other large cities, but it's generally contained in specific communities.