Social media-fueled teen takeovers across US cities

A wave of viral social media-organized gatherings by teenagers has led to disorder, arrests, and violence in multiple US cities including Tampa, Long Branch, Chicago, and Washington D.C., prompting law enforcement and government officials to increase patrols and consider new enforcement measures heading into summer.

This is a long-running storyline that has developed over 15 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.