‘Migrant Crime Wave’ Not Supported by Data, Despite High-Profile Cases
Jeffrey Butts, director of the Research and Evaluation Center at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, said that there was no discernible migrant crime wave. “I would interpret a ‘wave’ to mean something significant, meaningful, and a departure from the norm,” he said. “So far, what we have are individual incidents of crime.” Continue reading ‘Migrant Crime Wave’ Not Supported by Data, Despite High-Profile Cases
Public Broadcasting System (Illinois)
At Issue is a public affairs series from WTVP, the public television affiliate of Central Illinois. Hosted by Mark Welp, the program introduces viewers to public officials, community leaders, and experts on a wide range of topics. Interview about the Cure Violence approach and the status of research evidence. View the complete segment Continue reading Public Broadcasting System (Illinois)
Promoting peace: Street Corner Resources fights violence
“The things that make communities safe have nothing to do with patrol cars and badges.” Continue reading Promoting peace: Street Corner Resources fights violence
Albany’s Justice Reform Agenda: Raise the Age Needs Funding for it to Work
A recent report from John Jay College of Criminal Justice found that the share of felony dangerous weapons offenses committed by people under 18 in New York City has actually decreased since Raise the Age was passed in 2017. Continue reading Albany’s Justice Reform Agenda: Raise the Age Needs Funding for it to Work
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