As the school year ends, cities across the U.S. are grappling with "teen takeovers," where large gatherings of youths in urban areas often lead to disruptive and sometimes violent behavior, prompting officials to explore solutions that channel teenagers' social urges into positive activities amidst growing societal concerns over juvenile delinquency intensified by social media and the lingering effects of the pandemic. #TeenTakeovers #YouthEngagement #JuvenileDelinquency #US #IR #DC
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What Are 'Teen Takeovers' and Why Are Police Struggling to Stop Them?
Clyde McGrady reported from Washington, D. C. , Emma Schartz from New York and Julie Bosman from Chicago.
As the school year draws to a close, the perennial worry about teenage misbehavior and how to keep youth occupied in the summer has a new name with ominous undertones: "teen takeovers.