Social media has become the new place where young people not only meet, but also air their beefs.
Demetrius McDowell was pulled into gang life by the adrenaline rush. He said almost nothing compares to getting away from the police.
As part of a partnership with Robert Jamison Ministries, kids will be able to learn situational awareness skills, conflict resolution and emergency first aid response.
For years, Demetrius McDowell made a name for himself as a gang member on the streets of Louisville. He earned his reputation the old fashioned way: in gangs, trafficking drugs and multiple stints in prison.
McDowell said he's received over $600,000 from the state to grow his organization.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Local gangs are no longer just clashing in the streets.
The Buttafly Group provides support for people who want to start their own nonprofit or for-profit community agency.
The Chestnut Street YMCA has its own child care NTI program and by now is well-versed in helping monitor kids through everything from math to virtual PE courses.
More and more young people are dying in Louisville and some people are pointing to social media.