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Chicago April 30

'Giggling' cop killing suspect slammed by judge as prosecutors fought bail release for repeat felony offender

Alphanso Talley, who was on pretrial release in armed robbery case, is accused of killing Chicago police officer John Bartholomew at Swedish Hospital.

Woke Culture April 30

Liberal city removes anti-crime signs to be more inclusive: ‘Just insane’

Democrat-led Ann Arbor draws mockery after removing all anti-crime watch signs across the city, saying they are inconsistent with inclusive values.

North Carolina April 25

Once-charming mountain escape now battling homelessness homeowners say turned postcard city into no-go zone

Residents say Asheville's downtown has become unsafe due to rising homelessness, public intoxication and encampments worsened by Hurricane Helene.

Washington DC April 25

DC murder rate sees astonishing turnaround as Trump team credits federal crackdown

Washington, D.C., homicides have dropped by roughly half in 2026 compared to 2025, sparking debate over Trump's federal crackdown and broader trends.

New York City April 24

Grinning suspect cuffed after alleged fiery street takeover, drag race caught on camera

The Queens DA announced the arrest of Asil Assaidi, who allegedly helped wreak havoc during a drag racing street takeover involving more than 100 vehicles.

Police and Law Enforcement April 24

City manager 'begged' fired Cincinnati police chief for more officers on street as crime skyrocketed

Cincinnati police chief Teresa Theetge was fired after reportedly being "begged" to put more officers on streets during a crime-riddled summer in 2024.

Chicago April 22

Chicago alderman says police are 'handcuffed' from stopping teen takeovers under Mayor Brandon Johnson

A Chicago alderman claims police are handcuffed from stopping teen takeovers, blaming Mayor Brandon Johnson's policies for a lack of accountability.

Crime April 21

WATCH: Pokémon, sports cards heist hits six figures as detectives hunt suspects

Video shows hooded thieves smashing into a Chicago trading card shop and stealing $100,000 in Pokémon and sports cards, according to a report.

Chicago April 21

Car explodes during alleged street takeover on Chicago's South Side as city battles wave of incidents

A car exploded during an alleged street takeover on Chicago's South Side over the weekend, with no arrests made amid a wave of similar incidents.

Chicago April 16

Chicago mayor warns of ‘teen trend’ after takeover chaos, violence concerns grow

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson warns of a potential teen takeover on the South Side, urging parents not to let children attend dangerous gatherings.