In a groundbreaking new book, The Violence Project, two criminologists seek to reframe the public discourse around mass murderers and offer a prevention roadmap that could save lives We’ve tried ...

Nearly four years ago, as Black activists in Kenosha, Wisconsin, protested a police shooting, calls went out for people to “take up arms” and defend the city from “evil thugs.” Conservative vigilantes ...

DVPI the only Ohio agency to get a Lowe's Hometown grant. DVPI was founded in 1978 to help battered women and children. 1,500 people were assisted by DVPI in 2022, including 356 who were sheltered.

"Violence will not silence Indigenous women," said artist Jaime Black. The red dresses hang from barren branches and flutter in the chilly spring air. One looks like it's meant to be worn to the ...

NPR's David Folkenflik talks to Jillian Peterson, co-founder of The Violence Project, about methods to prevent school shootings before they occur, especially when there are warning signs. We want to ...

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, our hotline has received over 570 calls which include an increase in first time callers and an increase in severity of the incident leading the caller to seek ...

ST. PAUL — The assassination of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark and the attempted assassination of state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette are just the latest in a string of recent ...

A recent series of murders of transgender victims is causing growing concern, particularly for trans women of color. It comes at a time when trans celebrities are more accepted in pop culture than ...

Springfield and Clark County organizations are working to raise awareness about domestic violence and contribute to local efforts to help reduce it. Project Woman works directly with survivors, ...

Shawna Oertley stepped into the stark white room, silent but for the muffled sounds of sullen voices. Immediately, she was overwhelmed. Before her were four houses the size of a small sheds, all built ...

The Gun Violence Memorial Project is an ever-changing collection of quiet and beloved items. Stuffed animals. Action figures. Baseball cards. Jerseys. Family photos. Jewelry. Letters never sent. The ...