In Brookline, a plan to install Flock license plate readers has sparked a debate. The cameras, funded by Chestnut Hill Realty, are meant to deter package and retail theft. But, the ACLU of Massachusetts sees a bigger problem. They say these cameras could be used to track people's movements far and wide. The cameras will be placed along Independence Drive. They will ...

In a surprising turn of events, Detroit has seen a significant drop in violent crimes, reaching historic lows not seen since the 1960s. The city's homicide rate, for instance, dropped by 19% from the previous year, with only 203 incidents recorded. This is the lowest number since 1965. Nonfatal shootings also decreased by 25%, totaling 606 incidents compared to 804 i...

In Greece, a major data leak has exposed the details of officers in a new elite crime-fighting unit. This unit, called the Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (DAOE), was just launched to tackle serious crimes like contract killings and money laundering. The leak revealed the names and details of over 500 officers from an internal document about staff transfers...

Boston's Boston Common, a historic hub of community and commerce, has become a hotbed of concern for locals and visitors alike. The escalating crime rates in the area have led business owners and city officials to sound the alarm. But is the Boston Common truly getting more dangerous? To answer this question, it's essential to delve into the statistics and stories th...