The Corruption Perceptions Index ranks 180 countries and territories by their perceived levels of public-sector corruption.

An Israeli army reservist’s dream vacation in Brazil ended abruptly last month over an accusation that he committed war ...

A man who was arrested by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s office Thursday is facing multiple criminal charges involving alleged sex crimes against teenage girls.

New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte and the mayor of Lawrence, Massachusetts, are teaming up to rein in the illegal drug trade.

Spring break starts in March for many California students. Depending on where you travel, your safety could be more at risk.

Hawaii's U.S. Attorney's Office collected over $1.7 million in fiscal year 2024, from criminal and civil actions.

The incarceration rate of Black Americans has fallen sharply in the 21st century, according to a new study, but the trend has ...

With dwindling federal funds and a looming state budget shortfall, Washington lawmakers are trying to figure out how to keep ...

Crime rates in the United States remain a pressing issue, with some states experiencing higher rates than others. The ...

On issues as varied as education and crime, Americans often have a rosier view of how things are going in their communities ...

Governor Maura Healey’s new policy requiring additional criminal background checks of all adults in the state’s family shelter system has one striking catch: It would not evict anyone who has a ...

The driver is facing charges of vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter following a 90 mph wreck near PBIA on Aug. 25 that ...