Surviving ‘Chi-raq’: How communities take a stand against violence

This year Chicago has had nearly 400 homicides, and most of the victims are young and black. After the smoke clears, their friends and families are left to heal and try to move forward. Some, such as Lamar Johnson, who grew up in the city’s notorious Englewood neighborhood, are working to stop the violence before it happens. Others, such as Pam Bosley, after she lost her son, are dedicated to helping families recover. In this excerpt from America Tonight, Sarah Hoye traveled to the Windy City and spoke to residents trying to build a lasting peace despite their pain.