Why expanding Jobs for America's Graduates Program in Shelby County is a no-brainer
As our community knows, we have seen an increase in violent crimes among juveniles, particularly ages 16 to 17, according to the Tennessee Departme...
As our community knows, we have seen an increase in violent crimes among juveniles, particularly ages 16 to 17, according to the Tennessee Department of Corrections. According to the Memphis & Shelby Crime Commision, charges for major violent delinquent acts have increased 39.8% over last year, despite overall delinquent crime dropping. Load Error Additionally, the poverty rate in Memphis is double the national rate; while the U.S. is at 12.8%, the poverty rate in Memphis, Tenn. is 22.6%, with a wide disparity among racial demographics: Non-Hispanic/White has a rate of 10.