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Birmingham allocates $200,000 in microgrants to 14 local groups, funded by the U.S. Department of Justice, to support at-risk youth and families. The grants focus on wraparound services for 11-19 year-olds involved in the court system, including mentorship, job training, and family support. The citys RESTORE program aims to reduce violence and repeat offenses by providing real opportunities for kids early on. The initiative has led to a 42% drop in homicides this year, with at least 5 of 15 killings involving teens. The funding boosts trusted community messengers, former justice system members now trained to connect with kids, to interrupt violence cycles and create safer streets for generations.

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