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Local Efforts to Combat Rise in Anti-Asian Hate Crimes

A new report points to an increase in anti-Asian hate crimes in several major U.S. cities.

Aired 03/09/2021 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

Local Efforts to Combat Rise in Anti-Asian Hate Crimes

Clip: 3/9/2021 | 8m 17sVideo has Closed Captions

A new report points to an increase in anti-Asian hate crimes in several major U.S. cities.

A new report says anti-Asian hate crimes in 16 of America’s largest cities increased by 149% in 2020 compared to the previous year. We hear about local efforts to combat intolerance.

Aired 03/09/2021 | Rating NR

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