Crime continues historic decline as homicide rates approach century lows
The report examined monthly crime data from 36 cities that have consistently published incident-level figures over the past nine years, including Philadelphia and Baltimore.
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What happenedThe report examined monthly crime data from 36 cities that have consistently published incident-level figures over the past nine years, including Philadelphia and Baltimore.
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Left / center-leftCrime continues historic decline as homicide rates approach century lows
Crime continues historic decline as homicide rates approach century lows
The report examined monthly crime data from 36 cities that have consistently published incident-level figures over the past nine years, including Philadelphia and Baltimore.