Canton Mayor introduces curfew for minors aged 17 and under to combat rising violent crime.

Canton Mayor, William Truly Jr., has introduced a curfew for minors aged 17 and under, in response to rising violent crime. The curfew applies from 9 pm to 6 am Sunday through Thursday, and 10:30 pm to 6:30 am on Friday and Saturday, with exceptions for work, school activities, and parental consent. Violators face fines of $250 and $500 for subsequent offences, while nightclubs need security proof and close by 1 am.