Maternal Mortality Rates Decrease With Improved Identification of Pregnancy-Related Deaths

New York City, NY – A recent study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology reveals a significant impact on maternal mortality rates when pregnancy is among the documented causes of death. Researchers from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, led by K.S. Joseph, M.D., Ph.D., conducted an analysis of maternal … Read more

Increase in Mass Shootings in 2023 Despite Decrease in Gun Deaths

WASHINGTON D.C., USA – According to recent reports, mass shootings in 2023 have increased, but the number of gun-related deaths has decreased. The data suggests a complex and possibly contradictory trend in gun violence that warrants further investigation and analysis. In 2023, there were a total of 625 mass shootings reported, representing a troubling rise … Read more

Decrease in Murder Investigations, Increase in Shootings, and Surging Car Thefts: Wilmington’s 2023 Crime Report Revealed

Wilmington, Delaware – The mayor and chief of police in Wilmington, Delaware, revealed the city’s year-end crime report, with some surprising findings. While murder investigations decreased by 22%, there was an increase in overall shooting incidents in 2023. One of the most concerning issues in Wilmington was the sharp rise in car theft, with 609 … Read more

New Orleans Data Analyst Reports Significant Reduction in Murders for 2023, Cautions Against Attributing Decrease to Local Initiatives

NEW ORLEANS, LA – Murders in New Orleans saw a significant decrease in 2023 compared to previous years, according to data analyst Jeff Asher. The total number of killings dropped from 266 in 2022 to 193 in 2023, marking a noteworthy improvement. Asher, who analyzes crime statistics for the New Orleans City Council, noted that … Read more

New Orleans Sees Decrease in Murders in 2023, But Data Analyst Hesitant to Credit Local Initiatives

NEW ORLEANS, La. – Murders in New Orleans dropped in 2023 compared to recent years, according to data analyst Jeff Asher. The total number of people killed in the city was 193, a decrease from 266 in 2022. Asher, who analyzes crime statistics for the New Orleans City Council, pointed out that the significant decrease … Read more

Chicago Crime Statistics: Shootings and Murders Decrease, Robberies and Car Thefts Increase in 2023

CHICAGO, IL – The end-of-year crime statistics released by the Chicago Police Department on New Year’s Day revealed a mixed bag of results for the city. While shootings and murders were down over the past year, there were increases in other crimes across Chicago. Despite the positive development of decreased shooting incidents and murders, the … Read more