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Damarion Johnson
Coverage of Damarion Johnson in the Nexus archive.
- As Shootings Increase In Some Chicago Neighborhoods, Residents Worry Violence Is No Longer A Priority
Shootings are increasing in parts of Chicago's South and West Side neighborhoods, despite citywide declines in gun violence. Residents and activists express concern that violence remains a persistent issue, with some areas seeing over 20% and 50% rises in shootings and killings, respectively, in 2026 compared to 2025.
- Some Chicagoans Worry the Urgency Around Violence Is Fading — Even as Shootings Are Ticking Up in Certain Neighborhoods
Chicagoans report rising concern over gun violence in certain neighborhoods despite overall declines post-pandemic. Shootings in parts of the South and West Sides have increased by 20-50% in 2026 compared to 2025, while community activists highlight ongoing impacts on families and shifting public attention to other issues.