Chicago City Council committee to take up curfew ordinance to address downtown teen takeovers
Share this @internewscast.com

CHICAGO (WLS) — A Chicago City Council committee is taking up a curfew compromise for young people downtown.

it comes after a teen and tourist were recently shot in Streeterville.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

At least 31 aldermen are on board with the controversial curfew ordinance.

It would give Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling the ability to suddenly call a curfew in the event of a large teen gathering, but there are now changes from the mayor’s office.

According to the proposed ordinance, both the Chicago police superintendent and the deputy mayor of community safety have to agree that a mass gathering is taking place or likely to take place.

RELATED: Chicago police use new tactics in Streeterville to prevent violence during ‘teen takeovers’

The superintendent then institutes the curfew, which will expire after three hours.

Minors have 30 minutes to clear a public place before the curfew goes into effect. Those violating the curfew, including parents, could be fined $250 and community service.

This all comes after recent teen takeovers in Streeterville, which turned violent. A tourist and teen were shot in separate gatherings.

Not everyone is on board with what’s being discussed, namely Mayor Brandon Johnson and other justice and civil rights groups.

Speaking Wednesday morning in Springfield, Johnson said he still has some concerns about the curfew, even with the changes, while 2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins said this is a matter of keeping communities safe.

“Now what’s being proposed, in this instance, there are still concerns that I have about the constitutionality of it and what my ultimate goal is to ensure. and I brought people together to have these conversations .that we prevent these occurrences from happening,” Mayor Johnson said.

“It’s a fair compromise,” Alderman Brian Hopkins said. “It is a reasonable compromise. It has the full support of the police superintendent, his designees are here as well has his attorneys, the lawyers who actually work for the Chicago Police Department and are in charge of making sure that all of the laws of in city of Chicago are enforced in a constitutional manner.”

SEE ALSO: Compromise reached in City Council on curfew amid teen takeovers; vote expected next month

Both the police superintendent and deputy mayor of community safety will also have ‘designees’ in place if one of them is absent and a teen takeover is unfolding, constituting a possible. curfew

These are all issues being discussed right now.

If the ordinance clears Wednesday morning’s public safety meeting, it’ll head to the full City Council next week.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Volunteer firefighter ranks hit 40-year low in NYS -- as the situation grows dire on Long Island

Long Island Faces Crisis: Volunteer Firefighter Numbers Plummet to 40-Year Low in New York State

The stress is overwhelming. Volunteer firefighter numbers in New York have hit…
Sean Hannity dishes on possible Trump 2028 presidential run

Sean Hannity Discusses Potential Trump 2028 Presidential Bid

Fox News personality Sean Hannity recently shared his thoughts on whether former…
'Swiftie' is officially a word in the dictionary

Swiftie Makes History: Oxford English Dictionary Officially Recognizes Taylor Swift Fans

In recent years, the term used to describe fervent followers of pop…
These streets will be shut down for LA Marathon

LA Marathon 2023: Key Streets Closed for the Big Race – Plan Your Route Now!

The annual ASICS Los Angeles Marathon is set to create significant traffic…
Noem to face House committee after grilling from senators on immigration crackdown

Noem to Address House Committee Following Intense Senate Inquiry on Immigration Crackdown

  The Department of Homeland Security remains largely non-operational as a political…
Florida man who wrestled cop's gun away and killed him, executed after final appeals rejected

Florida Man Executed Following Rejection of Final Appeals for Officer’s Killing

A Florida man, who prosecutors assert wrested a police officer’s firearm during…
Rep. Jasmine Crockett leaves Texas Senate primary party, accuses GOP of election meddling

Rep. Jasmine Crockett Exits Texas Senate Primary Event, Alleges Republican Election Interference

In Dallas, the unfolding drama of delayed vote counts took center stage…
Trump vows to cut off 'all trade' with Spain

Trump Pledges to Halt Trade Relations with Spain

WASHINGTON — On Monday, President Trump expressed his frustration with NATO allies…
Timeline tracks diplomat’s path from college overachiever to alleged highway ‘road rage’ mass stabber

From College Star to Road Rage Suspect: The Surprising Journey of a Diplomat

The tragic story of a diplomat entangled in a fatal highway confrontation…
James Talarico takes down firebrand Jasmine Crockett in fierce Dem battle for Texas Senate

James Talarico Triumphs Over Jasmine Crockett in High-Stakes Texas Senate Democratic Showdown

In a nail-biting primary race on Tuesday, Texas state Representative James Talarico…
Ex-Yankees World Series star Mark Teixeira wins GOP House primary race in Texas

Former Yankees Star Mark Teixeira Secures Victory in Texas GOP House Primary

Mark Teixeira, known for his stellar career with the New York Yankees,…
Austin bar shooting victims named as FBI investigates potential terrorism nexus

FBI Investigates Possible Terrorism Link as Austin Bar Shooting Victims Announced

Officials have disclosed the names of the three individuals who lost their…