In 2023, the story of crime in the U.S. is a mix of good news and bad news. Let's start with the good: violent crimes are down a bit from where they were before the pandemic hit in 2019. That’s right, the lockdowns of 2020 sent homicide rates soaring by almost 30%, but things have calmed down since
Recently, two attempts to recall members of the D.C. Council due to rising crime rates in the District of Columbia have failed. These efforts targeted council members Charles Allen and Brianne Nadeau after a spike in crime in 2023 led to emergency measures being taken by both the council and Mayor M
The FBI has made a shocking change to its crime statistics, which could have serious implications for President Biden's legacy on public safety. The new numbers reveal that violent crimes actually increased by 4.5% in 2022, compared to the previous year. This change adds nearly 80,000 violent crimes
Despite claims of a surge in violent crime under the Biden-Harris administration, data from various sources including the FBI and victim surveys show that overall crime rates have returned to pre-pandemic levels. Jeff Asher's Real-Time Crime Index and other credible sources confirm this trend, with
Starting October 6th, New Yorkers will have to compost their food scraps at home. Fines for non-compliance begin in April next year. Supporters say this will tackle the city's rat problem and help fight climate change. But is it worth the effort? Our recycling program is already struggling, and the
When former US President Donald Trump recently proposed a radical idea at a rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, the crowd was left stunned. He suggested allowing for one "really violent day" where all crime would be legal, sparking widespread outrage and comparisons to the popular horror film franchise The
As the sun shone brightly on September 12, downtown Dallas was a far cry from its usual bustling self. What began as a peaceful morning turned to chaos when a shooting erupted inside the Continental apartment building on Commerce Street, wounding three people, including a teenager. Only a few blocks
For the first time in recorded history, the number of murders in the United States has dropped by a staggering 11.6%. This significant decrease is a welcome relief for many Americans, who have been grappling with the issue of crime for far too long. According to the FBI's latest statistics, the murd
The United States has seen a remarkable drop in violent crime, with murder and non-negligent manslaughter plummeting by a staggering 12% from 2022 to 2023. This significant decline is not limited to murders alone – the number of reported rapes has also decreased by over 9%. Furthermore, hate crimes
San Francisco's reputation as a bastion of progressive politics is being challenged. The city, once known for its liberal leanings, is shifting towards the center. This shift is reflected in the upcoming mayoral election, where only one candidate, Aaron Peskin, is running on a progressive agenda. Pe
