Violent Crimes
Coverage of Violent Crimes in the Nexus archive.
- Murder Drops to Historic Lows in Baltimore
Murder rates in Baltimore have dropped to historic lows after decades of notoriously high totals. Consequently, individuals whose work involves dealing with the city’s most violent crimes are adjusting to this new reality.
- Albany residents speak out, worried about safety
Recent shootings, gun arrests, and violent crimes in Albany have caused residents to express safety concerns. Community leaders and a local church are working to address the issue.
- Chicago crime: Boy, 13, shot in drive-by; several hurt in separate Monday night attacks
A 13-year-old boy was shot in a drive-by in Chicago on Monday evening, and several people were injured in separate violent attacks. Chicago police are investigating the incidents.
- FBI reveals 305 arrests, 24 missing children recovered in Chicago during Operation New Dawn
The FBI announced 305 arrests and the recovery of 24 missing children in Chicago as part of Operation New Dawn, a government initiative under President Trump’s leadership aimed at combating violent crimes and crimes against children.
- California homicide rate hits lowest in decades, with violent and property crimes also down
California's homicide rate for 2025 was 3.5 per 100,000 people, the lowest since crime recording began six decades ago. Violent and property crimes also saw a decline.
- California homicide rate hits lowest in decades, with violent and property crimes also down
California's homicide rate in 2025 was 3.5 per 100,000 people, the lowest since crime recording began 60 years ago. Violent and property crimes also declined.
- Bill to limit prison off-ramp for the mentally ill could soon head to Newsom
California lawmakers are advancing a bill supported by prosecutors to restrict eligibility for a prison off-ramp for the mentally ill, citing violent crimes that occurred after criminal defendants were spared convictions due to diagnosed mental illnesses.
- Bill to limit prison off-ramp for the mentally ill could soon head to Newsom
State lawmakers are advancing a bill, supported by California prosecutors, to restrict the prison off-ramp for individuals with mental illnesses. The legislation follows violent crimes committed by criminal defendants who were spared convictions due to diagnosed mental illnesses.
- One of Atlanta Police Department's Top 5 Most Wanted Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Charge
Marcus Lydell Molden, Jr., listed on the Atlanta Police Department’s top five fugitives list, pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon. He also faces charges in Fulton County for violent crimes and gang-related offenses.
- L.A. is safer than it's been in decades, but crime is an issue dominating the mayor's race
Los Angeles is experiencing near-historic lows in homicides and violent crimes, but homelessness and public drug use remain central issues in the mayoral race. Mayor Karen Bass faces criticism from challengers focusing on these social challenges despite overall safety improvements.
- Three children stabbed to death each month with average age of victims now just 14
Three children are being fatally stabbed each month, with the average age of victims now just 14 years old. This highlights a concerning rise in violent crimes targeting minors.
- Crystal Bender Sims: Jackson Field Office
Crystal Bender Sims discusses her 13-year career with the FBI, primarily focused on combating violent crimes in New Orleans and Jackson. The article highlights her professional experience in law enforcement across these two major cities.