Chicago Mayor Johnson Cancels Controversial ShotSpotter Deal

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's office announced the city will not renew its contract with gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter after this summer, citing the need to focus on more effective strategies to combat violent crime. The decision comes after facing criticism for the technology's cost and effectiveness, with only 9% of gunshot alerts being linked to gun-related crimes. Despite praise from law enforcement for speeding up emergency response times, the city plans to consult with the community and violence prevention organizations to find alternative solutions.