Teens hit summer break with nowhere left to go
Teenagers across the U.S. are struggling to find public spaces to gather as many traditional hangouts like malls have declined. This has led to organized large gatherings in cities, often labeled as "teen takeovers," which some local officials have responded to with curfews or policies restricting unaccompanied minors. Experts note that public spaces are often not designed with teenagers in mind, and some laws can disproportionately affect them, leading to a lack of accessible "third places" for youth socialization. AI
