Why Crime Rates Are Falling Across the U.S.

U.S. Capitol Police officers work near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on June 23, 2025. U.S. Capitol Police officers work near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on June 23, 2025.Joe Raedle— ...
The Poynter Institute for Media Studies

Is Donald Trump right that the U.S. crime rate is at its lowest in 125 years?

Murders, overall violent crime and property crime are at their lowest rates in decades, but it’s unclear whether they are at ...
Davis Vanguard

Crime Rates May Not Be as Low as Claimed, Analysts Caution

Crime in the US has decreased, but the data is complex and the claim that it has reached an "all-time low" is not supported by the available data, according to independent analysts.

Lower crime rates touted by Anne Arundel Police, but scholars say data follows national trend

Violent crime is down. Anne Arundel Police say it’s partially due to their use of technology, but scholars say the drop ...
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5 tips for reporting on crime data

Watch our webinar with an accomplished criminal justice researcher and two reporters from The Trace who cover gun violence.