Entries by Ryan Lugalia-Hollon | Next City
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The Problem of the Police-Community Divide
The murder of 15-year-old Hadiyah Pendleton has started a discussion about what, beyond imposing stricter gun control laws, can be done to stem violence on the streets of Chicago. One idea, discussed here, is to heal the damaged relationship between the police and community members.
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Learning Peace Is Possible in Chicago Schools
In 2009, a Chicago high school made national headlines for a large fight that resulted in the death of 16-year-old Derrion Albert. The violence served as a wakeup call, and the school adopted a restorative justice program. Since then, the dropout rate has shrunk, more students are on track to graduate, and safety has improved.
