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Violent crime in DC at 30-year low

The Washington, D.C., federal prosecutor's office announced Friday a 35 percent drop in violent crime, touting the success of violence prevention programs and law enforcement interventions. “Shortly after I took the job, the agency began employing a strategy that involved working with law enforcement partners to identify the promoters of violence, the gangs and groups […]

DC violent crime dips 35% in 2024, reaches 30-year low: US Attorney

Washington, D.C.'s violent crime rate is at its lowest in 30 years, according to data from the U.S. Attorney's Office. Matthew M. Graves, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said Friday that violent crime in the district is down 35% from a year ago. In 2024, there have been 3,388 incidents so far, […]

Blue Man Group to end New York shows after more than 30-year run

They think of their hometown as blue. Blue Man Group, the beloved Off-Broadway show, will end its 34-year run in New York City in the new year. The show, which involves a pantomime-like voiceless bald man painted head to toe in a vivid shade of electric blue and a number of drums, will make its […]

Convicted Maryland Groomer Teacher Only Serving 1 Year of 30-Year Sentence

A Maryland teacher sentenced to 30 years in prison for having a sexual relationship with a middle school student will only serve one year in prison. The Montgomery County Police Department began an investigation in October 2023 after an adult man came forward to say he abused 32-year-old teacher Melissa Marie Curtis in 2015, officials […]

Man’s 30-Year Hobby Reportedly Leads To Stunning Discovery Of 3,000-Year-Old Artifact

A Wisconsin man using a metal detector as a hobby unearthed a surprising historical artifact: an ancient spear tip, according to a report Saturday. Dick Banaszak, a 65-year-old public works worker, discovered a 3,000-year-old Copper Culture spear point along the Root River in Racine. NewsweekThis discovery is particularly noteworthy because it is located in the […]