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Homicide rates in the US are nearing a historic low
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kadia Tubman , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 2 min read
In Baltimores Penn North neighborhood, a recent community event marked a major milestone in its work to curb violence: 365 days without a homicide. The murder rate in Baltimore is down 23 percent in the first half of this year, and its not alone. Richmond, Virginia; Detroit, Michigan and Colorado...
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Key takeaway The murder rate in Baltimore is down 23 percent in the first half of this year, and its not alone.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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What is this story about? In Baltimores Penn North neighborhood, a recent community event marked a major milestone in its work to curb violence: 365 days without a homicide. The murder rate in Baltimore is down 23 percent in the first half of this year, and its not alone. Richmond, Virginia; Detroit, Michigan and Colorado...
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