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Homicide rate declines in large cities

Many large U.S. cities experienced substantial declines in homicide rates from the 1990s to the 2000s

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Feb 7, 2026

What do historians say about homicide rates in 19th‑century America compared to today?

Historians report that was, on average, far more violent by modern standards in many places and periods, but the picture is uneven: parts of the early 1800s show relatively low aggregate homicide rate...

Jan 9, 2026

What demographic, socioeconomic, and policy factors explain racial disparities in U.S. homicide victimization rates?

Racial disparities in U.S. homicide victimization result from a complex mix of demographic concentration, concentrated socioeconomic disadvantage, and policy choices that shape neighborhoods, policing...