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Chicago crime up 27% as Johnson posts re-election video

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  • Mayor Brandon Johnson posted a rooftop dance video to announce his re-election.
  • Chicago Police data show shootings up 3%, thefts up 10%, homicides at 219, overall crime rose 27% through 2025.
  • Antisemitic hate crimes increased 58% in 2023-2024, and the city has not created an antisemitism task force.
  • A University of Chicago survey gave Johnson 13.6% approval; he will face a February 2027 race with Matt Brewer.