Chicago teens testify about takeovers — ‘How can we better make adults our role models?’

Chicago teens testified before the City Council about 'teen takeovers,' urging officials to invest in community spaces and foster better adult engagement rather than relying solely on curfew laws. The hearing highlighted concerns over social media-organized gatherings that sometimes turn violent, though many such events occur without incident. Council attendance was low, with some aldermen absent or joining virtually.