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Chicago City Council Prepares for Heated Debate on Teen Curfew Proposal

Alderman Hopkins pushes for an 8 p.m. downtown curfew to address violent teen gatherings, while Mayor Johnson advocates for broader community-based safety strategies.

Ald. Brian Hopkins, 2nd, attends a City Council meeting at City Hall on March 12, 2025. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)
People walk through the Chicago's Loop shortly after sunset, March 11, 2025. Ald. Brian Hopkins, 2nd, has been working on an 8 p.m. teen curfew after a tourist was shot in front of a movie theater in the 400 block of North Columbus. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)
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Overview

  • Alderman Brian Hopkins plans to introduce a proposal for an 8 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors in downtown Chicago, citing recent violent incidents during teen gatherings.
  • Mayor Brandon Johnson opposes the curfew, arguing it would displace issues to other neighborhoods and infringe on teens' rights to explore the city.
  • City Council may vote on the curfew proposal today, with Hopkins considering amendments to address concerns and secure broader support from aldermen.
  • Recent measures by city officials, including geofencing ride-share drop-offs and deploying violence interrupters, have successfully mitigated some planned teen gatherings.
  • In parallel, the city is reviewing proposals for a new gunshot detection contract, part of a broader effort to enhance public safety through technology and community engagement.