FBI reports drop in murders and violent crime in first half of year
The FBI notes violent crime fell about 2 percent in the first six months of 2004 from 2003, with murders down roughly 6 percent. Rape rose 1.4 percent nationally and 6.5 percent in top 1 million-plus cities. Chicago and other metros saw sharp declines amid anti crime efforts.
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Violent Crime Drops in First Half of 2004
Preliminary FBI data from over 10,700 state and local police agencies show a decrease in overall violent crime for the first six months of 2004 compared with January through June 2003. The report notes percent changes across categories and emphasizes nationwide trends.
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Eleven year old coal seller fuels holiday dream
West Covina California entrepreneur Alec Nystrom, 11, set up a coal cap stand to raise funds for a dirt bike. He has earned about 100 dollars selling 50 cent lumps of coal in front of his home.
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