Homicides fell to their lowest level since 2019, before the pandemic, but other categories of crime, including robbery and burglary, drove the overall increase compared with last year.
Tag: Crime and Criminals
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At Inauguration, Hochul Vows to Make New York Safer and More Affordable
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the first woman to be sworn in for a full term as New York State governor, appealed for unity.
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Eric Adams Said He Wanted to ‘Get Stuff Done.’ Did He?
In his first year as mayor, he focused his attention on fighting crime. But critics say he is not moving quickly enough to address New York City’s other urgent challenges.
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The Language We Use to Talk About Domestic Violence Isn’t Enough
Terms like “crime of passion” can imply that violence is a consequence of love.