Chicago's safety plan is being put to the test this Memorial Day weekend, hoping to curb what has been a historically violent weekend for the city.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and MASK are hoping to combat Englewood, Chicago violence with a Memorial Day weekend gathering for the community.is being put to the test this Memorial Day weekend, hoping to curb what has been a historically violent weekend for the city.William Hair's family spoke with ABC7"He was there with his best friend. They pulled up. Didn't have a chance to do anything.
In Englewood, the focus is on community at the corner of 75th and Stewart. Neighbors gathered together in the same place they have for nearly 10 years. "This is a safe space where people can come. We have adults and elders playing spades. We have kids in the bouncy house," Manassah said.
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