Did the Al Capone era Chicago Mafia have any influence on modern day gangs in that area?

by bridawg720

Not sure if this is the right place to ask this but, my father and I are watching at TV show about violence in Chicago and I'm trying to tell him that I believe that, The Italian Mob of the 1920s has had a direct impact on modern day gangs in Chicago. Is there any correlation or proof to any of this? Thanks in advance!

Elm11

Hi there!

I'd ask any responses to please keep in mind that /r/AskHistorians has a no current events policy, so please limit your responses to discussing events no later than 1997.

Thanks!