Crime statistics show mixed signals across the U.S., with murder rates approaching record lows and major crime categories falling in California and several cities, yet violent crime rates are rising in some jurisdictions and officials debate the reliability of reported figures.
·California reported crime fell across every major category in 2025, with homicide rates hitting historic lows
·Baltimore's homicide rate reached another historic low despite national debates over data accuracy
·U.S. murder rate approaches record low while some cities report increases in violent crime alongside overall declines
·DC police commanders face potential fines over crime data probe irregularities
·Cedar Rapids reports major crime category declines through mid-2026
drawn from The Hill, KTLA, NPR, CalMatters · updated 2h ago