Trump bashes Chicago over surge in shootings and spars with Illinois Gov. Pritzker. So how dangerous is the Windy City?

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Chicago has consistently been one of the US cities with the highest rates of violent crime, with a particular issue of gun violence that has been a focus of national attention. The city's homicide rate has been a subject of discussion among politicians and law enforcement officials for several years, with various approaches being proposed to address the issue. Historical data on crime rates in Chicago may provide context for understanding the current situation and the concerns being raised by politicians like Donald Trump.

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Trump bashes Chicago over surge in shootings and spars with Illinois Gov. Pritzker. So how dangerous is the Windy City?

Donald Trump has long targeted Chicago crime rate in his posts. But, just how bad is it in the Windy City? Bruce Golding digs into the data to find out