Chicago Launches New Gun Violence Office

Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson is launching a bold new fight against gun violence by creating an Office of Gun Violence Reduction, set to evolve into a full city department. Led by Deputy Mayor Emmanuel Andre, the office will unify scattered efforts, track violence hotspots, and designate “Community Safety Priority Zones” for focused investment. A 17-member advisory council will include mental health experts and community voices from hardest-hit neighborhoods. While funding remains uncertain amid city budget woes and pension crises, supporters see this as a vital first step — one that demands sustained corporate investment to truly transform Chicago’s safety landscape. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8b8c6c69e83e3fbe