Crain's Chicago Business reports on University of Chicago Crime Lab research May 24, 2024 Crain's Chicago Business reported on new research findings from The University of Chicago Urban Labs Crime Lab about a spike in violence in Chicago during the summer months. “We have a lot of data that points us to the specific places that are most likely to experience high rates of gun violence, and we should use that data to inform decision-making, policymaking (and) investment decisions,” said Kim Smith, director of programs at the Crime Lab. Read the full piece here. Upcoming Events More events Get to Know Harris Credential Programs! A Virtual Information Session Tue., April 29, 2025 | 12:00 PM Tariffs, Trade & Tech, Oh My! Gina Raimondo Speaks Tue., April 29, 2025 | 12:30 PM University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy 1307 E. 60th St. The Keller Center CHICAGO, IL 60637 United States Data and Policy Summer Program (DPSS) Information Session with Alumni Tue., April 29, 2025 | 7:30 PM