"Chicago Mayor Sparks Controversy with Cease-Fire Resolution Amid Crime Surge"

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faced criticism after the city council approved a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza while crime, including a recent shooting near a high school that left a teenager dead, continues to plague the city. The mayor's post acknowledging the violence drew backlash from some residents who urged him to focus on addressing crime within Chicago. Despite a slight decrease in murders compared to previous years, overall crime complaints have increased, with shooting incidents showing an uptick.