NPR Illinois Statewide: Gun violence is rising in smaller cities

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Sean Crawford Published May 11, 2023 at 1:25 PM CDT

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On this episode, we talk with University of Illinois Springfield Associate Professor Magic Wade about her work and why it could change the conversation over gun violence.

"The problem is more widespread than previously thought," she said. "It's a worsening phenomenon affecting American communities everywhere."

Gun violence is more than just a big city problem. New research confirms smaller cities are seeing a rise in gun crimes, at rates that are often higher than larger, urban areas.