06/24/2026
My formative years HOOD
NO SHOOTINGS. ALL WEEKEND.
While much of Chicago experienced violence over Juneteenth weekend, Woodlawn stood strong.
What was once called the most dangerous block in America saw zero shootings.
This didn’t happen by accident. It happened because neighbors cared, leaders showed up, and our Violence Prevention Team stood in the gap.
Today, we celebrate peace. We celebrate progress. We celebrate what is possible when a community comes together.
Thank you to every outreach worker, volunteer, resident, and partner who helped make this happen.
Woodlawn Strong. Peace is winning.