Germany to classify date rape drugs as weapons in trials

Germany plans to treat the use of date rape drugs like the use of a weapon in prosecutions, as part of broader measures to ensure justice for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, said ...

Tiffin murder-suicide draws attention to domestic violence risks, how to get help

Tiffin police say the mother of the slain children was attempting to leave the home due to ongoing domestic issues.

Advocates urge SC law enforcement to use tool to prevent domestic violence deaths

The South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, or SCCADVASA, wants law enforcement across the ...

Michigan lawmakers push for free personal protection orders to combat domestic violence

State lawmakers work on bipartisan bills to make PPOs free in Michigan following domestic violence murders. GRAND RAPIDS, ...

Third Republican state senator targeted by 'swatting' threat at home in West Lafayette as redistricting debate rages

Sen. Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette) says someone called police the morning of Thursday, Nov. 20, and said there was ...

Delco homeless shelters prepare to reopen after state budget impasse stretched limits of regional nonprofits

Pennsylvania's budget impasse forced local shelters and other nonprofits to reduce services. They're picking up the pieces ...