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As violent crime surges in Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot has cited big investments in antiviolence programs, but an Illinois Answers Project investigation shows slow progress being made. (Credit: Getty file photo)
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Big talk, slow progress from Mayor Lightfoot on anti-violence programs

by Dan Hinkel and Casey Toner February 17, 2023February 22, 2023

City Hall touts its $410M plan to fight crime but has spent little money; some cash goes to street outreach groups with no experience or troubled leadership.

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