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Domestic Violence
Pregnant people are more likely to die by homicide than any obstetric-related cause — particularly if they are young or Black. These three women are seeking justice for their daughters.
Chicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson promised to prioritize mental health, but survivors say they’re struggling to access sufficient care.
Community Violence
Alcohol is an overlooked factor in many shootings. Baltimore has tried harder than any other American city to disrupt the link.
A nascent effort in Peoria received federal funds through city government, but struggled to grow. The city cancelled its contract in only seven months.
Three Chicago leaders share their thoughts on the election — and how it could shape efforts to make their city safer.
The Trajectory
The agency that oversees the insurance program is crafting a plan to reimburse providers for firearm safety counseling. Dr. Chethan Sathya, who developed a blueprint for this type of care, explains why that matters.
Philadelphia
A newly-formed coalition says the recent drop in shootings masks the state’s enduring gun violence crisis.
Changemakers
Nakita Lovelady grew up in an Arkansas county with some of the highest rates of gun homicide in the nation. Now, she's using her public health background to spread resources statewide.
Researchers have found that remote care can successfully treat a bevy of health issues. A new study shows the model's potential for gun violence prevention, too.
In an interview with The Trace's Chip Brownlee, Murthy dives into the broader implications for public policy.
Public Health
Dr. Vivek Murthy called gun violence an “urgent public health crisis.” His office’s warning could have significant ramifications for public policy.
Brady United, a national gun violence prevention group, hopes the newly appointed advisers will reframe gun violence as a matter of public health.
The state’s new centralized office is an experiment that approaches gun violence reduction through a public health lens.
A new analysis of CDC data shows that gun fatality rates among Black children and teens in rural places are on par with cities, and are primarily driven by a rise in homicides.
Ricochet
After Alexis Jackson witnessed her daughter’s shooting, she found unexpected support among trauma survivors and was inspired to form her own Cleveland collective for victims of gun violence.
