Washington, D.C. – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released its early estimate for road deaths in 2024, revealing a positive trend for the second consecutive year. A total of 39,345 people lost their lives in traffic-related incidents, marking a 3.8% decrease from the previous year’s figures. The decrease in road fatalities is a welcome … Read more
HARTFORD, Conn. – The number of fire-related deaths in Connecticut has decreased in 2025 compared to the previous year, offering a glimmer of hope in fire prevention efforts. Despite this improvement, authorities acknowledge that there are still challenges ahead in ensuring fire safety for all residents. In 2024, Connecticut saw a troubling number of fatalities … Read more
Dallas, Texas – Grain dust explosions have remained steady in 2024, with a positive trend of fewer reported injuries resulting from these incidents. This data provides some reassurance for workers in the agriculture industry who face the risk of these potentially dangerous explosions on a day-to-day basis. The stable number of grain dust explosions is … Read more
Columbus, Ohio – Drug overdose deaths have seen a decline in Franklin County, Ohio, following a national trend of decreasing drug-related fatalities. The decrease in overdose deaths has been attributed to a multi-faceted approach involving law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community outreach programs. One of the contributing factors to the decrease in drug deaths is … Read more
BARNESVILLE, Ohio – The latest statistics from Belmont County show a significant decrease in overdose deaths, as reported by Coroner Amanda Fisher. Fisher’s recent report highlighted the decline in overdose deaths during her first term in office, as she begins her second term this month following her reelection in November. In 2024, Belmont County saw … Read more
Houston, Texas – As consumers gear up for holiday shopping, a new online feature is making it easier for shoppers to input their shipping information quickly and efficiently. The new feature allows users to select their state, enter their zip code, and choose their country through a dropdown menu on the website. This streamlined process … Read more
Chicago, Illinois – The United States is on track to witness the fewest mass shootings and gun deaths since 2019, a significant development amidst a broader decrease in violent crime following the COVID-19 pandemic. As data from the Gun Violence Archive indicates, there has been a notable decline in mass shootings, with 491 recorded as … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – The age-adjusted rate of drug overdose deaths in the United States showed a decline of 4.0% between 2022 and 2023, marking a reversal from the previous year’s nonsignificant increase. This change follows a trend of generally increasing rates from 2003 to 2023. During the period of 2022 to 2023, the age-adjusted rates … Read more
Aurora, Colorado – Prosecutors announced on Friday their decision not to charge the Aurora police officer involved in the shooting death of an unarmed Black man back in May. The incident took place when officer Michael Dieck fired a fatal shot that killed 37-year-old Kilyn Lewis, who was a suspect wanted for attempted murder in … Read more
New York, NY – In a significant development, overdose deaths have seen a notable decline after years of being fueled by the surge of fentanyl usage. This shift marks a pivotal moment in the battle against opioid-related fatalities, providing hope for a brighter future. According to recent data, the decrease in overdose deaths comes as … Read more