Winston-Salem’s Youth Curfew Explained

Winston-Salem just rolled out a new curfew for teens under 18—strictly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., running through October 12th—to tackle late-night chaos and protect kids. City leaders say it’s a proactive step after rising incidents, including a deadly April shooting, and business surveys show 76% support. The goal? Keep minors safe and off the streets after dark, especially during summer and fall. Exceptions include being with a guardian, running errands, working, or attending supervised events. Law enforcement will focus on warnings and family support, not punishment—unless it’s a repeat offense or adults are enabling. The city’s watching closely to see if it works. 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/72970968d80af1c2