Police Deaths: 37 Shot and Killed in 2018

Police Deaths: 37 Shot and Killed in 2018

As of the August 9, 2018, the number of police deaths from gunfire is at 37.  If the current trend continues, this year could be one of the bloodiest we’ve experienced in the last decade. 2018 Police Deaths Cops are being shot and killed at an average of five per...
Homicide Rates in California

Homicide Rates in California

The homicide rate in California rose again in 2016. It’s a dangerous world out there. Unfortunately, the natural beauty and allure of California does not make it immune to violence. Our state has always had its share but in some cases it grows beyond what it should...
Violent Crime Stats for California from 2017

Violent Crime Stats for California from 2017

FBI.gov recently released violent crime statistics for the first half of 2017. They show a slight increase in the numbers for both the State of California and the City of Los Angeles. Violent Crime Definition The data compares violent crime stats from January to June...
Police Killings: Is There a War on Cops?

Police Killings: Is There a War on Cops?

The number of police killings is up this year and on track to reach a record high. Unfortunately, two more police officers were killed by gunfire last week bringing the total for 2018 to 22. That is a disturbing number when you consider that the total for 2017 was 35....
School Safety Measures After Parkland

School Safety Measures After Parkland

Since the Parkland, Florida school shooting in February that resulted in 17 students killed by a former student, it seems like lawmakers and education officials are beginning to take school safety measures to make them more secure. In response to the tragedy, the...