Chicago teens fix decrepit auditoriums — and dodge city's gun violence
In an ongoing series, WBEZ 91.5 FM and WBEZ.org are telling the stories of those affected by Chicago's rampant gun violence — from the young shooters and victims, to law enforcement, to moms taking to the streets to find solutions.
The Daily Herald is republishing some of those stories, including this piece chronicles how fixing the city's decrepit school auditoriums keeps kids employed — and safe. You can find this story and the entire Every Other Hour project at WBEZ.org or on the WBEZ app.
Harold Washington Elementary School was the setting for a summer jobs that provides income and safety to participating teens.
Bill Healy for WBEZ
Students repair worn-out school auditoriums as a way to escape Chicago gun violence.
Bill Healy for WBEZ