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D.C. Homicides Drop to Historic Low | Dayton News

D.C. is on track for its deadliest homicide year since 1990—but wait, that’s not the whole story. New data reveals a sustained, multi-year decline in violent crime, defying political cycles and showing real progress. While some questioned the city’s reporting methods, experts say any minor manipulation didn’t alter the big picture. Crime rates now align with other major U.S. cities, pointing to broader societal factors. Still, aggravated assaults remain stubbornly unchanged, partly due to inconsistent data collection—making it harder to fully celebrate the progress. Listen in comfort:Get a…

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