Kim Foxx on fighting gun violence in Chicago

After 47 people were shot in Chicago over the weekend, Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx weighs in on what more action can be taken.

Kim Foxx
Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx speaks to reporters on Jan. 9, 2019, in Chicago. Teresa Crawford / AP Photo
Kim Foxx
Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx speaks to reporters on Jan. 9, 2019, in Chicago. Teresa Crawford / AP Photo

Kim Foxx on fighting gun violence in Chicago

After 47 people were shot in Chicago over the weekend, Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx weighs in on what more action can be taken.

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