Winston-Salem’s New Youth Curfew

Winston-Salem’s City Council just passed a new curfew for teens under 18, banning them from public spaces and businesses between 10 PM and 6 AM until October 12th — right after the Carolina Classic Fair. Police say past efforts haven’t worked, and late-night streets are often just cops and kids. But teens aren’t happy — one high schooler called it “not inclusive,” asking where the real solutions are. The curfew has exceptions: with a parent, working, emergency, or exercising First Amendment rights. Police promise warnings, rides home, and diversion programs — not arrests. It still needs final approval on June 22nd, but this could reshape nightlife for young people in town. 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/0885357d88f778a1