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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
fromBoston.com
10 hours ago

State Police trooper accused of child abuse facing more charges

Michael Gagnon, of Plympton, was initially arrested in November arraigned on charges of domestic assault and battery and aggravated assault on a child under 14 years of age, Plympton police said at the time.
US news
#mass-shooting
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Family of teacher killed in Oakland mass shooting asks city leaders to help prevent future tragedies

Latetia Bobo, a dedicated educator and artist, was killed in a mass shooting in Oakland, prompting her family to advocate for change.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Family of teacher killed in Oakland mass shooting asks city leaders to help prevent future tragedies

Latetia Bobo, a dedicated educator and artist, was killed in a mass shooting in Oakland, prompting her family to advocate for change.
Social justice
fromTruthout
23 hours ago

Pennsylvania's Abolitionist Organizers Win Victory Against Mandatory Life Without Parole

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruling overturns mandatory life sentences for felony murder, impacting over a thousand individuals, primarily Black.
#domestic-abuse
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Domestic abuser jailed for partner's hotel murder

A woman was jailed for life with a minimum 15 years for murdering her partner after a sustained domestic-abuse attack in a hotel.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Adults underestimate risk of abuse posed to women by ex-partners, UK data shows

The risk of abuse from ex-partners is significantly underestimated, with many UK adults failing to recognize this danger.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
23 hours ago

Man stabbed to death in Queens apartment, woman injured after man knocks at their door: sources

A man was stabbed to death and a woman injured in a Queens home during a violent incident early Sunday morning.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour MPs propose specialist sexual offences courts to help trials backlog

Labour MPs propose specialist courts for sexual offences to counter plans reducing jury trials in England and Wales.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Hochul aims to reduce gun violence in NYC with $5 million HOPE grant to community groups

New York State is investing $5 million in community organizations to create safe spaces for youth to combat gun violence through the HOPE initiative.
SF politics
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Missouri Decides Pregnant Women Should Be Allowed to Leave Bad Marriages

Missouri law now allows pregnant women to obtain divorces, removing previous restrictions that hindered their legal options.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Central CA detective shot and killed while serving eviction notice at Porterville home, sheriff says

Sheriff Boudreaux confirmed that the detective was shot while serving an eviction notice, and the suspect is believed to be armed with a high-powered rifle.
California
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
#domestic-violence
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago
SF parents

Exclusive | Dad of young SF woman shot dead by ex-Biden staffer blows lid on toxic relationship behind closed doors

fromKqed
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

He Never Hit Her. Then He Killed Her

Police underrecording of domestic violence cases masks the actual danger, as the most lethal incidents often involve minimal official system contact despite visible warning signs.
US news
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Now Facing Investigation on 3rd Domestic Violence Allegation

Taylor Frankie Paul is under investigation for a third domestic violence allegation, leading to the cancellation of her Bachelorette season and a production pause.
SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Exclusive | Dad of young SF woman shot dead by ex-Biden staffer blows lid on toxic relationship behind closed doors

A young college graduate was fatally shot by her abusive boyfriend, who faces involuntary manslaughter charges, amid a troubled relationship.
SF politics
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.
US news
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Now Facing Investigation on 3rd Domestic Violence Allegation

Taylor Frankie Paul is under investigation for a third domestic violence allegation, leading to the cancellation of her Bachelorette season and a production pause.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Calling It a 'Crisis Point,' DA Brooke Jenkins and Other City Leaders Call For Ceasefire Amid Spike In SF Homicides

San Francisco is experiencing a significant increase in homicides, with 14 reported this year compared to 4 at the same time last year.
#hate-crime
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.
#mental-health
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls - San Jose Spotlight

Civil rights organizations are pressuring San Jose to improve mental health emergency response by diverting calls from police to crisis teams.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Heartbroken brother of 7-month-old killed in senseless NYC shooting keeps 'asking for his sister': DA

A 2-year-old brother is traumatized and asking for his sister after the murder of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Suspects in stray bullet slay of Brooklyn baby Kaori Patterson-Moore indicted for murder

Two suspects have been indicted for the murder of a 7-month-old girl in a botched gang shooting in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Heartbroken brother of 7-month-old killed in senseless NYC shooting keeps 'asking for his sister': DA

A 2-year-old brother is traumatized and asking for his sister after the murder of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Suspects in stray bullet slay of Brooklyn baby Kaori Patterson-Moore indicted for murder

Two suspects have been indicted for the murder of a 7-month-old girl in a botched gang shooting in Brooklyn.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Man fatally shot by Boston police near Northeastern University campus identified

Police shot and killed Jacob Graves during a mental health crisis after he attacked officers with a weapon, resulting in multiple injuries to responders.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Activists suing LAPD allege officer shot foam rounds at their groins at point-blank range

Three activists filed a lawsuit against LAPD for being shot with foam rounds at close range during a protest.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Southport killer's parents bear considerable blame' for preventable' attack

Chairman Sir Adrian Fulford concluded that this terrible event could have been and should have been prevented, emphasizing that the killer's family failed to share their concerns with authorities.
UK news
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
#murder
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Months after the ICE shootings in Minnesota, a federal probe remains elusive

Federal investigations into three shootings involving immigration agents in Minneapolis are stagnant, with little cooperation from federal authorities.
#nypd
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Family of NJ man shot by NYPD wants time with Mamdani to talk about injuries, police reform | amNewYork

Kishan Patel's family seeks police reform and an apology from the NYPD after his shooting by an officer during a road rage incident.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Family of NJ man shot by NYPD wants time with Mamdani to talk about injuries, police reform | amNewYork

Kishan Patel's family seeks police reform and an apology from the NYPD after his shooting by an officer during a road rage incident.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Family of Shooting Victim Samantha Emge Not Satisfied With Accidental Death Narrative

A young woman was shot in an apartment by her boyfriend, raising questions about the nature of their relationship and the circumstances of the incident.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

High school principal shot in leg after confronting man with a gun, Oklahoma sheriff says

A high school principal was shot while confronting a former student with a gun, but no students were injured.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

He allegedly shot up an LGBTQ+ nightclub. Now he's facing the music. - LGBTQ Nation

Timothy James Truett was arrested for allegedly shooting at an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Myrtle Beach, facing multiple charges including hate intimidation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Hyper-targeted scheme to help at-risk schools in England tackle knife crime

Dedicated support for schools in England aims to prevent knife crime using targeted mapping technology and focused assistance.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
#stalking
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences?

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged over the past decade, with significant increases in every region.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences?

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged over the past decade, with significant increases in every region.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-ed | The Gender-Motivated Violence Act at 26: How New York City finally closed the institutional accountability gap | amNewYork

The Morrison decision left a void for survivors of gender-based violence, as it invalidated the federal Violence Against Women Act's civil remedy provision, eliminating federal civil remedies.
NYC LGBT
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Man jailed for killing wife laughed in faces of her family when confronted

Video obtained by Crime World, which cannot be published for legal reasons, shows how McArdle smirked and engaged in an exaggerated high-pitched guffaw as Kelly-Ann's relatives challenged him over her manslaughter 26 years ago.
Madrid food
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

Ontario's attorney general calls on federal government to look at legalizing pepper spray | CBC News

Ontario's attorney general requests federal government legalize pepper spray for self-defence and mandate DNA collection upon arrest for sexual offences to enhance public safety and support crime victims.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Man jailed for fake gun threat over garlic sauce

A man was jailed for three years for threatening a worker with a fake gun over a garlic sauce complaint.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Formerly Incarcerated Women Are Pushing Systemic Change in Elected Office

That was my freshman bill. The following year, the state passed my bill to expand housing assistance vouchers from three to six months for people released from prison.
Social justice
#coercive-control
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Orange County sheriff's deputy shot fiancee 9 times, prosecutors say

An Orange County Sheriff's deputy turned herself in and was charged with voluntary manslaughter for fatally shooting her fiancée in their apartment six months after the incident.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Proposed law change will protect abusive men who push women to suicide, campaigners warn

Proposed law changes making unlawful killing verdicts harder to obtain in inquests threaten to prevent justice for women who died by suicide following domestic abuse.
SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

My dad tried to kill me,' dying California girl tells first responders, prosecutor says

An 81-year-old man is on trial for fatally stabbing his 11-year-old stepdaughter and attempting to kill his wife during a 2018 attack at their Garden Grove home.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Can Faith Leaders Stop Violence Against Women?

Faith leaders can be powerful allies in combating gender-based violence by activating entire communities toward positive social change.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Should We Treat Political Violence as a Public Health Crisis?

Political violence in the U.S. has become routine and causes lasting psychological and public-health harms beyond immediate security threats.
#intimate-partner-violence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman's death in home prompts murder investigation

This is a tragic incident in which a woman has lost her life. We are working to establish the full circumstances of what happened, and we are keeping an open mind to pursue all lines of inquiry. We urge anyone who was in the area of Bath Road, who may have seen or heard anything unusual, to come forward.
UK news
Mental health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California mental health advocate killed by her husband, officials say

Celinda Jane Gonzales, a Yurok mental health advocate and suicide-prevention worker, was killed in an apparent murder-suicide by her husband in Humboldt County.
fromwww.latimes.com
2 months ago

Woman found dead in North Hollywood home; domestic violence suspected

A homicide investigation was underway after a woman was found dead at a North Hollywood home Wednesday. A man was detained Wednesday after a woman was found dead in a North Hollywood home in an apparent domestic violence incident, according to authorities. Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to the 5600 block of Satsuma Avenue around 4:25 a.m. and found a woman dead, officials said.
Los Angeles
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Officers face probe over murdered women contact

Ten Met Police officers face misconduct notices for failing to properly investigate reports from two women murdered by the same man, including dismissing a murder call as a hoax.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Sex offenders should tell police about pregnancies, review finds

Baby Victoria's body was found in a shopping bag in Brighton in 2023, after her parents concealed her birth and went on the run in an attempt to avoid contact with social services. Marten and Gordon, a convicted rapist, were both sentenced to 14 years for gross negligence manslaughter last year. The review, chaired by Sir David Holmes, sought to identify missed safeguarding opportunities, and to learn lessons from what the review called the "extreme case" of baby Victoria's death.
UK news
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