“Yes. There has been a lot of violent crime lately. It's getting a little crazy.”

— Matt Dodge, server, Overland Park

“I've never had a bad experience going out in Lawrence, but I try not to go to places that have had problems.”

— Kathryn Bostic, Kansas University freshman, St. Louis

“I think it is. I wouldn't go to either of the places where they've had trouble. I think everyone should try to pick safer places to go.”

— Vanessa Radeke, waitress, Lawrence

“No. I think Lawrence is a really safe place to live. I think there's great security on campus, and I'm never hesitant to go out downtown.”

— Chad Ackors, KU sophomore, Lawrence