Domestic Violence

3:28pm Jul 07, 2020

Science Science World News Environment Health & Safety

The Fire, The Virus, The Violence: Australia And The Lessons Of Natural Disasters

Family violence increases in places that have been severely burned in bushfires, Australian research finds. The isolation and financial stress of COVID-19 appear to be exacerbating the problem.
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5:54am Jun 01, 2020

Economy Economy Health & Safety

Domestic Abuse Can Escalate In Pandemic And Continue Even If You Get Away

by Yuki Noguchi

Loosened quarantine restrictions have given some people an opportunity to flee violence at home, but cyberstalking and high unemployment have also made it harder to completely escape after moving out.

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11:16am May 11, 2020

Science Science

COVID-19 Has Created A Legal Aid Crisis. FEMA's Usual Response Is Missing

by Rebecca Hersher

The agency usually provides funding for legal aid hotlines after disasters. But the White House has not approved such funding for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Leigh Paterson / Guns and America

10:00am Apr 19, 2020

National National

Coronavirus Fears Have Produced A Lot Of New Gun Owners — And Safety Concerns

by Leigh Paterson

Many gun dealers say they are seeing a number of first-time buyers. Long-time gun owners from across the U.S. are helping the newcomers learn to handle firearms safely in a time of social distancing.
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9:33am Apr 06, 2020

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Global Lockdowns Resulting In 'Horrifying Surge' In Domestic Violence, U.N. Warns

by Scott Neuman

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said that reported cases had doubled in some countries "as the economic and social pressures and fear have grown."
David Zalubowski / AP

3:26pm Mar 23, 2020

National National

As Economy Struggles, Nonprofits Ask Congress For Help

by Sarah McCammon

Nonprofit groups say the nation's charitable sector has been especially hard-hit amid the coronavirus pandemic. Several national groups are calling on Congress for $60 billion in emergency funding.
Hokyoung Kim for NPR and KHN

6:23pm Nov 29, 2019

Health & Safety Health & Safety

When Teens Abuse Parents, Shame and Secrecy Make It Hard to Seek Help

by Christine Herman

Most people think domestic violence involves an adult abusing an intimate partner or a child, but children can also threaten, bully and attack family members. Some abused parents are speaking out.

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7:00am Oct 18, 2019

Arts Arts Human Interest Music & Culture

FemFest Brings Bands Together During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

by Eddie Garcia

A concert to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault is taking place on Saturday in Winston-Salem.

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6:43pm Jul 03, 2019

National National

Woman Accused Of Turning In Husband's Guns To The Police Will Face Misdemeanor Charge

by Shannon Van Sant

Courtney Irby had taken her husband's guns from his home, and given them to police. At the time he was under arrest for allegedly ramming her car with his.
6:56am Feb 28, 2019

Arts Arts

Local Designer Brings Fashion Brand For Social Change To Paris

by David Ford

A local woman is showcasing her work at Paris Fashion Week, and she’s raising awareness about domestic violence at the same time.

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Kelvin Kuo / AP

1:55pm Dec 02, 2018

Sports Sports

NFL's Chiefs Cut Player Seen Attacking Woman — After Video Becomes Public

by Jacob Pinter

"Earlier this year, we were made aware of an incident involving running back Kareem Hunt. ... The video released today confirms that fact. We are releasing Kareem immediately," the Chiefs said Friday.
Ohio Department of Corrections via AP

1:25pm Nov 20, 2018

National National

Ex-Judge Who Spent 9 Months In Prison For Beating Wife Is Arrested After She's Killed

by Emily Sullivan

Lance Mason, who also served in the Ohio legislature, has been charged with assault after police said he attempted to flee in a car, crashed into a police vehicle and seriously injured an officer.