Chicago police are emphasizing safety as Halloween 2022 celebrations continue Sunday.
Of course, staying safe this Halloween is top of mind for many.Chicago police plan to step up patrols this weekend, and will also have more of a presence on the CTA, with an increased ridership expected.
CPD Superintendent David Brown and his family even rented out a movie theater for kids from the West Side Boys and Girls Club to watch "The Woman King" as a way of keeping kids safe this weekend and also building bonds with the department.RELATED: Chicago Halloween events: Parade kicks off downtown, 'trunk-or-treat' shows out for South Side kids
"I've been working with the police department as a coach on the baseball team for the last four years, and I've been able to debunk that myth that the police officers have a heart.
Police say they are also partnering with neighborhood safety groups to keep an eye on kiddos as they go trick-or-treating.