Chicago's Crime Wave: A Closer Look at the Police Shortage
Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshots, car break-ins, and attacks. Some people blame politicians for not...