10 drops in the bucket
We have devoted this space to spotlighting some of the persistent problems that cause stress for southern Dallas residents. Progress might seem slow, as some of the addresses have been on this map month after month, with no ready fix evident. But we've pledged to be relentless, to continue to beat the drum about egregious code violations and dangerous properties until we see improvement. So, we continue to shine a bright light on these relatively small issues that become big headaches for neglected neighborhoods. Ramshackle properties that had been in decline for years now have our attention, as well as that of code inspectors and city officials.
Exploring Dallas' crime hot spots
This map of the Dallas Police Department’s 27 hot spots makes clear that crime doesn’t recognize the city’s north-south divide. These areas are not necessarily the most violent areas of the city, but rather the zones where a person is most likely to be victimized by crime. Each hot spot has a ranking among crime zones in the city and are named after nicknames or major street intersections at the heart of each hot spot. That means the No. 1 spot, Ross/Bennett, is the city’s most crime-prone area.
Taking a tour of 'the Invisible City'
Get to know the southern half of Dallas, which far too many residents have never set eyes on. To start our campaign, we are advocating for progress in five strategically chosen neighborhoods, with the hope that change will, in turn radiate outward. Start with this interactive map that explores the area in depth.
10 drops in the bucket
Exploring Dallas' crime hot spots
Taking a tour of 'the Invisible City'
