Gang violence behind one in three London killings, new report findsGang-related violence accounts for over a third of London's homicides, indicating a critical issue that requires urgent intervention.
Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
San Francisco homicide rates hit 60-year low, mayor saysSan Francisco has achieved its lowest homicide rate since the 1960s, with a 34% decrease in homicides this year.
SF Saw Fewest Homicides Since 1960 This Year But Traffic Deaths Hit a 17-Year HighSan Francisco achieved its lowest homicide count in 64 years, but traffic deaths surged to a 17-year high.
2 killed by attacks in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhoodTwo fatal attacks occurred in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood this week, highlighting ongoing violence in the area.
Vallejo suffers 24th homicide of the year on Christmas EveVallejo has recorded 24 homicides in 2024, indicating a concerning rise in violence compared to previous years.
Gang violence behind one in three London killings, new report findsGang-related violence accounts for over a third of London's homicides, indicating a critical issue that requires urgent intervention.
Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
San Francisco homicide rates hit 60-year low, mayor saysSan Francisco has achieved its lowest homicide rate since the 1960s, with a 34% decrease in homicides this year.
SF Saw Fewest Homicides Since 1960 This Year But Traffic Deaths Hit a 17-Year HighSan Francisco achieved its lowest homicide count in 64 years, but traffic deaths surged to a 17-year high.
2 killed by attacks in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhoodTwo fatal attacks occurred in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood this week, highlighting ongoing violence in the area.
Vallejo suffers 24th homicide of the year on Christmas EveVallejo has recorded 24 homicides in 2024, indicating a concerning rise in violence compared to previous years.
'An extremist group': Bay Area fringe group leader held without bailThe Zizian fringe group, linked to multiple homicides, faces legal action after its leader's arrest in Maryland.
Alleged leader of cultlike Zizian' group arrested in MarylandThe leader of the cultlike group Zizians has been arrested along with another member, facing charges and linked to multiple homicides.
'An extremist group': Bay Area fringe group leader held without bailThe Zizian fringe group, linked to multiple homicides, faces legal action after its leader's arrest in Maryland.
Alleged leader of cultlike Zizian' group arrested in MarylandThe leader of the cultlike group Zizians has been arrested along with another member, facing charges and linked to multiple homicides.
Killings across three states shine spotlight on cultlike Zizian' groupViolent crimes linked to a cultlike group underscore alarming radicalization among intelligent young adults.
Brooklyn teen shot dead in gun violence-plagued neighborhoodGun violence continues to plague the 73rd Precinct in Brooklyn, with a significant increase in homicides and shootings compared to the previous year.
Inside NYC's deadliest police precinct where fruit vendor was beaten to death, innocent dad gunned down: 'If you bump into someone, they want to kill you'The Bronx's 46th Precinct has seen a drastic surge in crime, particularly homicides, creating fear among residents.
The Guns Most Likely to be Used For Crime in the USGun sales have surged, correlating with a significant rise in gun-related fatalities in the U.S.Sales and specific firearm calibers are linked to increased crime rates.
Oakland Quadruple Shooting Leaves Two DeadIncident of gun violence in East Oakland resulted in two fatalities and two critical injuries, stemming from a verbal altercation.
Gunfire on Richmond Parkway kills one, injures anotherIncrease in shooting incidents in Richmond, with seven homicides in 2024, compared to eight in 2023.
Gun violence report will help city leaders craft intervention and prevention strategies - Austin MonitorAustin's historically low gun violence rates spiked post-Covid, leading to increased homicides, prompting a detailed analysis by experts to identify risk factors and networks associated with violence.
Brooklyn teen shot dead in gun violence-plagued neighborhoodGun violence continues to plague the 73rd Precinct in Brooklyn, with a significant increase in homicides and shootings compared to the previous year.
Inside NYC's deadliest police precinct where fruit vendor was beaten to death, innocent dad gunned down: 'If you bump into someone, they want to kill you'The Bronx's 46th Precinct has seen a drastic surge in crime, particularly homicides, creating fear among residents.
The Guns Most Likely to be Used For Crime in the USGun sales have surged, correlating with a significant rise in gun-related fatalities in the U.S.Sales and specific firearm calibers are linked to increased crime rates.
Oakland Quadruple Shooting Leaves Two DeadIncident of gun violence in East Oakland resulted in two fatalities and two critical injuries, stemming from a verbal altercation.
Gunfire on Richmond Parkway kills one, injures anotherIncrease in shooting incidents in Richmond, with seven homicides in 2024, compared to eight in 2023.
Gun violence report will help city leaders craft intervention and prevention strategies - Austin MonitorAustin's historically low gun violence rates spiked post-Covid, leading to increased homicides, prompting a detailed analysis by experts to identify risk factors and networks associated with violence.
Trinidad and Tobago extends state of emergency amid escalating violenceTrinidad and Tobago extends emergency measures due to rising gang violence and increasing homicide rates.
3 teens killed in 2 separate early morning shootings in Oakland, police sayThe Oakland Police Officer's Association highlighted a surge in violence in the city and called for more resources and support to ensure safety.
Three deadly shootings in two months at Northeast Portland motelThe Quality Inn motel in Northeast Portland has seen three homicides in two months, prompting increased police scrutiny.
3 teens killed in 2 separate early morning shootings in Oakland, police sayThe Oakland Police Officer's Association highlighted a surge in violence in the city and called for more resources and support to ensure safety.
Three deadly shootings in two months at Northeast Portland motelThe Quality Inn motel in Northeast Portland has seen three homicides in two months, prompting increased police scrutiny.
First NYC murders of 2025: Man in Harlem fatally slashed, Bronx man shot dead | amNewYorkNew York City recorded its first two murders of 2025 on January 1, highlighting ongoing violence issues in urban areas.
San Francisco homicides: Tenderloin stabbing, walk-in shooting victimSan Francisco police reported two homicides on May 22.One suspect was arrested in connection with the first homicide, and the second case is under investigation.
First NYC murders of 2025: Man in Harlem fatally slashed, Bronx man shot dead | amNewYorkNew York City recorded its first two murders of 2025 on January 1, highlighting ongoing violence issues in urban areas.
San Francisco homicides: Tenderloin stabbing, walk-in shooting victimSan Francisco police reported two homicides on May 22.One suspect was arrested in connection with the first homicide, and the second case is under investigation.
Brooklyn double shooting leave man dead, another woundedBrooklyn detectives are searching for a suspect in a double shooting incident in Brownsville.
Two men fatally shot in Oakland apartmentTwo men were fatally shot in their apartment in Oakland, and the motive behind the killings remains unclear.
Two men killed in Oakland shootingsTwo separate shootings in Oakland resulted in two men killed and one injured. No arrests made yet. Police investigating motives.
Brooklyn double shooting leave man dead, another woundedBrooklyn detectives are searching for a suspect in a double shooting incident in Brownsville.
Two men fatally shot in Oakland apartmentTwo men were fatally shot in their apartment in Oakland, and the motive behind the killings remains unclear.
Two men killed in Oakland shootingsTwo separate shootings in Oakland resulted in two men killed and one injured. No arrests made yet. Police investigating motives.
At least 17 killed in mass shooting in South African townA manhunt is underway after a mass shooting killed 17 people, with motives still unknown.
Murder in U.S. Continues Steep Decline, F.B.I. ReportsMurders in the U.S. saw their fastest decline on record in 2023, decreasing by 11.6% from the previous year.
Homicide, hate crimes and grand larceny auto rose in Brooklyn in May, stats show * Brooklyn PaperViolent crimes spike in Brooklyn during the summer months, with variations in different police precincts.
SF Homicides Are On Track for 60-Year Low. Why Does Crime Still Dominate the Discourse? | KQEDHomicides in San Francisco are on track for a historic low, despite perceptions of increasing property crime.Property crime overall decreased significantly, despite ongoing public concerns.
Brooklyn sees four homicides in one weekend as some nabes report spike in violent crime * Brooklyn PaperViolent crimes spike in certain Brooklyn neighborhoodsDecrease in major felonies in Brooklyn South patrol
Murder in U.S. Continues Steep Decline, F.B.I. ReportsMurders in the U.S. saw their fastest decline on record in 2023, decreasing by 11.6% from the previous year.
Homicide, hate crimes and grand larceny auto rose in Brooklyn in May, stats show * Brooklyn PaperViolent crimes spike in Brooklyn during the summer months, with variations in different police precincts.
SF Homicides Are On Track for 60-Year Low. Why Does Crime Still Dominate the Discourse? | KQEDHomicides in San Francisco are on track for a historic low, despite perceptions of increasing property crime.Property crime overall decreased significantly, despite ongoing public concerns.
Brooklyn sees four homicides in one weekend as some nabes report spike in violent crime * Brooklyn PaperViolent crimes spike in certain Brooklyn neighborhoodsDecrease in major felonies in Brooklyn South patrol
The trail of El Mayo and Los Chapitos in Sinaloa: Narco-blockades, executions and more than 50 deadThe ongoing internal conflict within the Sinaloa Cartel has led to a dramatic rise in violence and homicides in Culiacan, Mexico.
Homicides in U.S. Continue to Fall from Pandemic HighsHomicides in the US are notably decreasing since 2023, showing one of the largest yearly drops. However, shoplifting is on the rise, posing challenges for retailers.
Rape and grand larceny auto rose in Brooklyn in April despite overall crime decrease * Brooklyn PaperViolent crime rate in Brooklyn dropped in April, except for increases in rapes and grand larceny auto cases.
Homicides in U.S. Continue to Fall from Pandemic HighsHomicides in the US are notably decreasing since 2023, showing one of the largest yearly drops. However, shoplifting is on the rise, posing challenges for retailers.
Rape and grand larceny auto rose in Brooklyn in April despite overall crime decrease * Brooklyn PaperViolent crime rate in Brooklyn dropped in April, except for increases in rapes and grand larceny auto cases.
San Francisco homicides: Two shootings on Mission StreetSan Francisco reported two homicides last week, highlighting continued crime concerns in the city.