In Sioux Falls, a mix of good news and ongoing challenges paints a complex picture of public safety in 2025. While some crime rates are showing improvement, leaders acknowledge that repeat offenders remain a persistent issue. The city's leaders gathered to discuss crime statistics, revealing that violent and property crime rates have slightly decreased compared to p...
In New Orleans, crime rates are actually going down, despite recent talk of bringing in the National Guard. The city's police say they're seeing fewer killings and other crimes compared to last year. This comes as Louisiana's governor asks for up to 1, 000 National Guard troops to help with crime in several cities, including New Orleans. The governor says crime is u...
Memphis is about to see a significant increase in law enforcement presence. This comes after President Trump's decision to deploy federal officers and National Guard troops to the city. The move is part of a broader strategy to address crime, but it's not without controversy. The city is much larger than Washington, D. C. , but has fewer residents. This could make t...
A recent case has put a spotlight on the city's judicial system and the impact of mayoral appointments. Cornell Neilly, known as the "Burberry Bandit, " is a repeat offender with 34 prior arrests. He was recently caught robbing five more banks while on parole for a previous bank robbery. Despite this, Judge Jeffrey Gershuny let him walk free on supervised release, ig...
In a heated exchange, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and former President Donald Trump have been trading barbs, with personal attacks taking center stage. The spat began when Trump commented on Pritzker's weight, suggesting he should hit the gym more often. Pritzker fired back, pointing out that Trump himself isn't exactly a picture of health, with a recent physical l...
Crime is a big issue in many cities, and Washington, D. C. is no exception. The city has seen some improvements, but it still has a long way to go. One of the main problems is that the police force is understaffed. With only 3, 200 officers on the job instead of the 4, 000 needed, it's no surprise that crime rates are still high. Some people think that bringing in f...
Washington, D. C. is facing a tough time. It's not as bad as some people say, but it's not great either. The city has seen a rise in crime and disorder, especially since the pandemic. You can see it in the streets—more litter, more graffiti, more homelessness, and more people begging. It's not just in one area; it's spreading to tourist spots and nice neighborhoods t...
In the wake of a tragic mass shooting in New York City, right-wing media and figures seized the opportunity to push a familiar narrative. The incident, which claimed the lives of four people, including an off-duty police officer, was quickly politicized. Despite evidence pointing to the shooter's mental health issues and a possible connection to football-related brai...
In 2024, Kootenai County experienced a notable decline in reported crimes, marking a significant shift from previous years. The total number of offenses dropped by nearly 10%, with 7, 079 incidents reported, down from 7, 984 in 2023. This decrease follows a pattern of fluctuation, with the lowest number of offenses recorded in 2020 at 6, 022. The most common crimes ...
Los Angeles is seeing a big drop in homicides. The city is on track to have the fewest murders in nearly 60 years. This is a huge deal because crime rates have been a big talking point in politics lately. The numbers show a clear trend. In the first half of the year, homicides dropped by more than 20%. This means fewer people are dying from violent crimes. The Los A...