Touring Chicago? Go Armed.

Well, actually, carrying in Illinois is against the law.  So don't "go armed" with a gun.

Go armed with knowledge.

crime reports are at five-year highs in Lincoln Park, the Loop, and Near North neighborhoods which includes River North, Streeterville, the Magnificent Mile, and Gold Coast.
Overall reported crime in the Loop is up 47% over the past five years and 3% compared to last year. The Loop includes Chicago's central business district, Theater District, and Millenium Park, among other popular attractions.

 So shop wisely, on THIS side of the state line.