The City of Chicago’s safety plan was put to the test this Memorial Day, and it appeared to be passing late in the day — as the Police Department prepared for large crowds.
Fewer than two dozen people were shot this weekend, about half the number from last year. Violent crimes are down as a whole compared to last year’s Memorial Day weekend.
The cooler weather could have something to do with it, but one organization made sure young men stayed occupied and out of trouble…