Chicago pastor gathers hundreds of men to declare violence-free zone in notorious neighborhood
A Chicago pastor organized a gathering of hundreds of men to declare a neighborhood on the South Side a violence-free zone. Pastor Corey B. Brooks led the event, emphasizing the importance of community unity and safety for families. The initiative aims to transform the area through mentorship, education, and economic opportunities.
- ▪Approximately 750 men attended the '1000 Men Unity Gathering' on the South Side of Chicago.
- ▪The event aimed to promote safety and accountability in a neighborhood once labeled as one of the most dangerous in the city.
- ▪Pastor Corey B. Brooks founded Project H.O.O.D. to address violence and poverty through various community initiatives.
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US News Chicago pastor gathers hundreds of men to declare violence-free zone in notorious neighborhood By Greg Wehner, Anders Hagstrom, Fox News Published May 18, 2026, 1:17 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Fleeing Wisconsin driver gets airborne and jumps car over another car during high-speed chase Oklahoma woman discovers husband faked his own death Teen vanished from home decades ago – now feds hope new image and shifting loyalties reveal truth A Chicago pastor brought hundreds of men together on the city’s South Side Sunday in an effort to reduce violence and reclaim a neighborhood once labeled among the most dangerous in the city. Pastor Corey B. Brooks and Project H.O.O.D.
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