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1 day ago

Memphis Mayor Responds to Trump, Calls His Claims 'An Overstatement'

Trump appeared on Fox & Friends on Friday morning, where he announced he would be sending federal forces, including the National Guard and anybody else we need, to the deeply troubled city of Memphis, Tennessee. The mayor is happy, Trump continued. He's a Democrat mayor, the mayor is happy. At a Friday presser, Young was asked by a reporter to respond to the president's comments.
US politics
#national-guard
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Violent crime plunges 13% in London as capital's homicide rate less than Paris, Berlin and Copenhagen

Violent crime in London has dropped by 13%a fall of nearly 10,000 attacks a yearas the capital records its lowest homicide rate in five years. New figures from the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) have revealed sharp drops across serious offences, including 9,774 fewer violence with injury offences, 30 fewer homicides, 115 fewer gun crime incidents, and notable drops in both residential and business burglaries.
UK news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

They Cut the Services!' Joy Behar Fumes At GOP Cutting Mental Health Funding Amid Murder Outcry

Cuts to mental health funding are linked to a fatal stabbing of a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, prompting calls for expanded mental health services and political debate.
California
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Humpday Headlines: Three Wounded In Violent North Oakland Altercation

Bay Area reports include multiple shootings and robberies, a billionaire wealth reshuffle, a rare sunfish stranding, transit loan delay, and a boarding school death.
fromStreetsblog
4 days ago

White House Threatens Transit Cuts After Murder on N.C. Train - Streetsblog USA

Zarutska was fatally stabbed by a fellow passenger who sat behind her in what appeared to be an unprovoked attack. Police have since arrested DeCarlos Brown Jr., who reportedly had a history of violent crime and whose mother said he had began acting "aggressive at home" following a recent schizophrenia diagnosis. (Experts emphasize that the vast majority of people with schizophrenia never commit violence, and are in fact 14 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than its perpetrators.)
US politics
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

North Carolina GOP gather Wednesday in wake of deadly stabbing of Ukrainian refugee

A Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed on a Charlotte light rail, prompting federal charges and political debate over crime and mental health.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Two men shot in Oakland, one left in critical condition

The 56-year-old man left in critical condition was shot in the torso 9:15 p.m. Monday at an apartment complex in the 1600 block of Third Avenue in the Eastlake district, authorities said. Police said Initial reports were that there was a dispute involving several people that ended with shots being fired and the man being wounded. What the dispute was about is under investigation. No arrests have been made and no suspect information has been released.
California
fromThe American Conservative
5 days ago

Say Her Name

The savage murder of Iryna Zarutska in North Carolina last month has laid bare the daily terror of American urban life, the hypocrisy of the American mainstream media, and the negligence of the American political elite. On Monday, President Donald Trump briefly addressed the murder during a speech on religious liberty. "When you have horrible killings, you have to take horrible actions," Trump said. "There are evil people. We have to be able to handle that. If we don't handle that, we don't have a country."
Right-wing politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

From riches to rags: 20 lottery winners who lost it all and wound up broke

Then they won and bought a million-dollar barn-converted house and a Porsche, not to mention luxurious trips to Dubai, Monaco, and New York City. Media stories say their fortune ended in 2010 when a freak fire gutted their house, which was underinsured, forcing them to shell out for repairs and seven months of temporary accommodations. Shortly after, there were claims that Roger drove away in the Porsche after Lara confronted him over emails suggesting that he was interested in another woman.
World news
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

Tennessee Ranked Most Dangerous State for Nights Out, New Study Reveals - Social Media Explorer

Tennessee has been ranked the riskiest state for nights out in the United States, according to a new nationwide study. The research, conducted by Boston personal injury firm Jason Stone Injury Law, analyzed crime rates, alcohol- and drug-related crash data, and police presence across all 50 states. Each state was scored out of 100 based on nine risk factors, with higher scores indicating greater danger when heading out after dark.
US news
#federal-law-enforcement
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Canada: one person killed and six injured in stabbing in remote First Nation community

A mass stabbing in Hollow Water First Nation killed one person, injured six, and the suspect also died.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

The best Burning Man photos of 2025

As the nine-day desert event closed Monday, wait times to leave Nevada's Black Rock Desert averaged less than four hours, a far cry from record delays in years prior. But there still had been plenty of drama: Dust storms and bouts of intense rain threatened Burning Man 2025's opening days, closing the entrance gate, injuring several people and destroying a number of camps, including the widely publicized Orgy Dome.
Arts
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

The Club Anabel case, 25 years on: Nobody found accountable for Brian Murphy's death in the south Dublin trial that gripped Celtic Tiger Ireland

On August 31, 2000, an 18-year-old boy died after being beaten and kicked outside a Dublin 4 nightclub Twenty-five years ago today, just before 5am, Brian Murphy was pronounced dead in St Vincent's Hospital in Dublin. He was just a couple of kilometres from his home in Clonskeagh. He was less than a couple of kilometres from the Burlington Hotel, where two hours earlier paramedics found him badly beaten, his face cut and bleeding.
Miscellaneous
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Ana Cabrera Reminds Mayor of His City's Horrible Crime Rate

Baltimore recorded its fewest homicides in 50 years while still having one of the nation's highest overall crime rates.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

How London became the jewellery theft capital of the world

Thieves have shifted from smash-and-grabs to violent, targeted kidnappings and robberies of influencers and wealthy individuals.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

BART Touts Nearly 50% Drop In Property Crime, 36% Drop In Violent Crime

BART system crime declined in 2025 overall, with property crimes nearly halved and fare-evasion citations significantly reduced.
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Trump seeks death penalty for D.C. murders

Violent crime in Washington, D.C. has declined in recent years while Trump advocates death-penalty enforcement, seized D.C. police control, and deployed the National Guard.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Notting Hill Carnival safety blitz sees police seize 50 weapons and make 100 arrests

Police have arrested 100 people and taken dozens of weapons off the streets in a major operation ahead of this weekend's Notting Hill Carnival. As part of the operation, officers seized 11 firearms and more than 40 knives. Some 266 people now either have police bail or probation licence conditions not to come to Carnival this year. Cher Maximen was stabbed in front of her three-year-old daughter during the Notting Hill Carnival (Metropolitan Police/PA)
UK news
#homicide
fromFox News
3 weeks ago
US politics

DC police handling of GOP congressional intern's murder 'unusual': fmr. NYPD detective

fromFox News
3 weeks ago
US politics

DC police handling of GOP congressional intern's murder 'unusual': fmr. NYPD detective

#crime-statistics
fromAxios
1 month ago
US politics

Nation's violent crime rate fell in 2024 to lowest in 20 years, new FBI shows

fromAxios
1 month ago
US politics

Nation's violent crime rate fell in 2024 to lowest in 20 years, new FBI shows

#washington-dc
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago
US politics

These GOP Politicians Are in Too Much 'Dadgum' Danger to Go Outside, Live at Home, or Use a Seatbelt

fromJezebel
3 weeks ago
US politics

These GOP Politicians Are in Too Much 'Dadgum' Danger to Go Outside, Live at Home, or Use a Seatbelt

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Austin police misgender trans woman killed in Target parking lot shooting

Transgender victim Rosa Martinez Machuca was misgendered by police and official documents despite local community recognition of her identity.
US politics
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

New Mexico declares state of emergency as 'surge in criminal activity' sweeps the state

New Mexico's governor declared a state of emergency to address violent crime and drug trafficking, allocating $750,000 for local and tribal assistance.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Violent crime in border cities fell below national rate in 2024

Border cities saw a significant decrease in violent crime rates, well below the national average.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Failed New Mexico state GOP candidate gets 80 years for shootings at Democrats' homes

Peña was convicted of 13 charges including conspiracy and firearms offenses related to election interference.
US politics
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Trump Says Upcoming Press Conference 'Will, Essentially, Stop Violent Crime' In DC

Washington, D.C., will soon be a safer place according to President Trump, who claims a forthcoming press conference will stop violent crime.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC boy brutally murdered on playground had fallen in with bad crowd, says parents - who hid his shoes to keep him home

Angel Mendoza, a 14-year-old boy, was killed in a violent attack while innocent, marking a tragic instance of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
#brooklyn
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US crime rates dropped in 2024, new FBI report shows

In 2024, murder offences decreased by 14.9 percent in the US, marking a significant decline to a nine-year low after a spike during the pandemic.
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago

Crown Heights man sentenced for brutal Bed-Stuy break-in and stabbing: DA Brooklyn Paper

Clifton Turner was sentenced to 12 years in prison for breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and violently stabbing her new partner.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Violent Queens rapist attacks woman in her home, steals bedsheets after sexual assault: cops | amNewYork

A violent rape occurred on July 26, 2025, in Queens, where a suspect assaulted a woman and fled the scene after stealing items.
#sentencing
#manslaughter
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Ex-British soldier gets over 4 years in prison for manslaughter of Winnipeg man in Toronto bar | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Ex-British soldier gets over 4 years in prison for manslaughter of Winnipeg man in Toronto bar | CBC News

US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Murder suspect in Oakland parole agent killing was free on plea deal earlier in 2025

Bryan Keith Hall was sentenced to time served for a stabbing before killing parole agent Joshua Byrd, raising concerns over his prior sentencing.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Pleasanton man who allegedly butchered mom had 'suffered 20+ years of verbal and emotional abuse,' lawyer says

In his confession, Malcolm Tilley described his mother as a nag, claiming she constantly criticized his financial and employment status, challenging his masculinity and worthiness.
US politics
US politics
fromShore News Network
1 month ago

Four alleged Brooklyn gang members charged in murder, armed robberies, and fentanyl trafficking

Four members of the Euro 380 gang are charged with serious crimes, including murder and narcotics distribution.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Ecuador extradites leader of violent Ecuadorian drug gang to the United States

Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar, a leader of a violent gang, was extradited to the U.S. on drug trafficking charges.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Ecuador drug lord 'Fito' extradited to US DW 07/21/2025

Adolfo "Fito" Macias was extradited to the U.S. facing serious drug and firearms charges.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'In the middle of all this beauty, that happened' - Unease still lingers in Sligo town where pensioner Tom Niland was killed

The community of Dromore West is struggling to cope with the brutal murder of farmer Tom Niland.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Miami PD reports crime drop. Chief says deportation fears aren't deterring calls

Miami reports a significant drop in violent crime rates for the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year.
New York City
fromNBC News
2 months ago

Man in notorious NYC hammer attack gets up to life in prison

William Blount was sentenced to 25 years to life for violently attacking Nina Rothschild in a Queens subway station.
Public health
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Violent felon sentenced to 25 years to life for brutal Queens hammer attack that left victim asking Why me?' | amNewYork

William Blount was convicted for violently attacking Nina Rothschild with a hammer, causing severe injuries and trauma.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Maniac bites, slashes NYC Family Dollar workers who tried to stop him from shoplifting: cops

A violent shoplifting incident occurred at a Bronx Family Dollar where an employee was bitten and another slashed.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Girl, seven, fought like hell' and shielded others, parents tell Southport inquiry

A seven-year-old girl fought against an attacker, sustaining severe injuries while protecting other children during a violent incident at a dance class.
#murder
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Oakland Goes 25 Days Without a Homicide

For the first time in five years, the city went 25 days in June without a homicide, from May 30 to June 25.
California
fromWRVO Public Media
2 months ago

After being threatened with knife, Albany's interim U.S. attorney wants the permanent job

"I want this a--hole out of the country. Quick. Period," Sarcone said. "No. 2, I'm not going to sit there going through a trial in the city of Albany with a jury of his peers who think that it's great for him to be in the city and run around menacing and trying to kill people."
US politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

East London criminals jailed in June including child killer and pitbull owner

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 37, murdered schoolboy Daniel Anjorin in Hainault, using a samurai sword during a 20-minute rampage, resulting in fatal neck injuries.
US news
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Murderland by Caroline Fraser review what was behind the 1970s serial killer epidemic?

Ted Bundy was an extremely intelligent and charming sociopath, committing multiple murders in Washington during the early 1970s.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Lewisham man jailed for life after stabbing vulnerable' man to death in his car

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller said, "By carrying and using a knife, their callous act demonstrates once again the devastating and far-reaching effects of knife crime."
London politics
UK news
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

Sword attacker jailed for at least 40 years as boy's dad describes 'worst nightmare'

The family's loss and grief highlight the devastating impact of violent crime.
Dr. Anjorin speaks of the worst nightmare of losing a child in a brutal attack.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

I'm no hero, says officer slashed in Hainault sword attack

Inspector Campbell displayed courage during a violent confrontation, emphasizing the heroic actions of his police team.
#crime
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Half a dozen teens arrested in San Jose crime spree

Detectives identified a group of six male suspects aged 14 to 16 involved in a wave of burglaries and violent crimes in San Jose.
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Child violent crime suspects are getting younger' in London

The disturbing study highlighted the importance of work aimed at tackling school absences and exclusions, which contribute significantly to youth violence in London.
London politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MN Suspect Vance Boelter's Chilling Hit List' Named 70 Targets' Including Amy Klobuchar, Ilhan Omar, Abortion Providers

Sen. Tina Smith expressed her fear after learning her name was on the hit list, emphasizing concerns for her safety and that of her loved ones.
Black Lives Matter
NYC politics
fromFox News
3 months ago

Hochul fails to recall illegal aliens charged in high-profile criminal cases, including woman's subway burning

New York's sanctuary policies are under scrutiny as Gov. Hochul fails to address high-profile cases involving illegal immigrants and violent crimes.
UK news
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Kyle Hayes' brothers Cian and Daragh moved to open prison 19 weeks into sentences for savage attack

Two brothers were jailed for a brutal, unprovoked attack on a former friend but have since been transferred to a low-security facility.
#justice-system
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Our family deserves justice': Family speaks out over Oakland robbery crew homicide

Javi Rosas-Rosales' family seeks justice for his death, highlighting the impact of violence and crime on their lives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Man gets 9 years for San Leandro skate bar killing

Devin Stevenson received a nine-year sentence for voluntary manslaughter after a shooting at a skate park.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Stabbings in Berlin and Munich leave several injured

A female attacker was shot dead by police during a stabbing incident in Munich, while a knife attack in Berlin left one man critically injured.
#murder-trial
fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Cork chef suffered 'catastrophic bleed' and 'mostly severed' leg in sword attack linked to debt, murder trial hears

fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Cork chef suffered 'catastrophic bleed' and 'mostly severed' leg in sword attack linked to debt, murder trial hears

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Soho slashing suspect indicted on attempted murder charges for attacking woman in gory glass assault | amNewYork

A man faces attempted murder charges after allegedly attacking two women with a glass bottle in SoHo.
NYC politics
fromTampa Free Press
3 months ago

New York Rep. AOC's "Presence" Questioned As Constituents Claim Absence Amid Rising Crime

Ocasio-Cortez faces criticism regarding her engagement with constituents amid rising crime in her district.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Arm prison officers against violent and terrorist inmates, says Tories' Jenrick

The Conservatives propose arming prison officers to combat Islamist gang violence and protect staff amidst rising attacks.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 months ago

Where are they? Hunt for suspects intensifies as video shows horrific attack on off-duty NYPD cop

A violent attack on an off-duty NYPD officer is under investigation, with police searching for two suspects who remain at large.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany updates: Police chief warns of youth radicalization DW 05/24/2025

Germany faces a rising trend of youth involvement in far-right extremism, raising concerns over public safety.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Neo-Nazi cult leader who plotted NYC attack on minorities using Santa costume hauled to US for trial

Neo-Nazi leader Chkhikvishvili is charged with radicalizing individuals into violent crimes, including the Nashville school shooting.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Good News About Crime

Violent crime reporting often highlights increases while downplaying decreases, influencing public perception of safety.
Recent data shows a significant decline in crime rates, indicating a potential recovery from the 2020 spike.
Cryptocurrency
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Crypto Tycoon's Daughter Narrowly Escapes Kidnappers in Paris

A botched kidnapping attempt targeting crypto mogul Pierre Noizat's family underscores the increasing violence tied to the cryptocurrency industry.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Chiefs superfan 'ChiefsAholic' sentenced to 32 years in Oklahoma prison

Xaviar Babudar, a Chiefs superfan, received 32 years in prison for bank robbery after already serving 17 years for multiple robberies.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Man jailed for 'vicious attack' on woman in park previously turned state witness in Longford murder case

A man avoided prosecution for a weapons charge by testifying against a murderer.
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