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The homicide rate in the United States dropped to the lowest it’s been in 75 years, according to an FBI report on 2025 crime statistics released Friday, which also showed overall violent crime dropped 9.3% last year.
Experts note that national violent crime rates have been...
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Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid ‘life-threatening’ conditions
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By Norihiko Shirouzu
Aug 15 (Reuters) – Hurricane Lala approached Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday, leaving more than 40,000 utility customers without power across...
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Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived
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A teenage boy and four adults were killed Friday in shootings that prompted a wide search for the fleeing gunman, whose body was ultimately found in a wooded area alongside one of his...
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