In 2025, Baltimore saw a big drop in violent crime. The number of homicides went down to 133, the lowest in almost 50 years. This is a big deal because the last time the city had fewer than 150 homicides was in 1977. Non-fatal shootings also went down by 24%, from 412 in 2024 to 311 in 2025. The ci
In 2025, Columbia and Jefferson City saw a drop in violent crime. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) reported a 6. 29% decrease in Columbia. This includes crimes like murder, assault, robbery, and rape. The city had been under scrutiny after a tragic shooting near Stephen's College in Septembe
A church caught up in a serious human trafficking and money laundering investigation is asking for millions in cash, precious metals, and fancy cars to be given back. The Kingdom of God Global Church says it should get its stuff back because, even though two of its leaders are in trouble, the church
In a Swiss ski town, a New Year's Eve celebration took a tragic turn when a fire broke out at a popular bar. The blaze, which started around 1:30 a. m. , caused panic and chaos as partygoers rushed to escape. Witnesses described seeing flames in shades of orange, yellow, and red consuming the buildi
The Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana saw a terrible start to the new year. A fire broke out in a crowded bar during a New Year's Eve party. This event has shocked people all over the world. The Swiss president called it one of the worst tragedies the country has ever seen. Many young lives were lo
The MBTA, or the T, has seen a drop in crime by 14% compared to last year. This is good news for everyone who uses public transport in the area. The police chief, Kenneth Green, shared this information at a recent meeting. He said that the police work hard every day to keep the system safe. Most of
Florence has been expanding its use of Flock Safety cameras, a move that's shaking up how crime is tackled in the city. These cameras, which can snap millions of car photos and track their movements, have become a big deal for crime prevention, according to Interim Police Chief Stephen Starling. Th
In the heart of the Swiss Alps, a night of celebration turned into a scene of panic and devastation. A fire erupted in a popular bar, Le Constellation, during New Year's festivities in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana. The blaze left many people dead and injured, with the exact numbers still unc
In the early hours of New Year's Day, a historic church in Amsterdam faced a fierce battle against a devastating fire. The Vondelkerk, a neo-Gothic structure built in the 1870s, saw its roof and tower collapse under the intense heat. Strong winds fanned the flames, sending sparks and debris into the
A man with a dark past is back in trouble. Armando Duran-Maya, 54, is accused of a brutal attack in Portland. He's already served time for a violent rape. Now, he's facing new charges. This time, he's accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment. He allegedly beat her with a hammer. Then,
