Gang Violence

After a judge blocked the administration's attempt to categorically deny asylum to those fleeing domestic violence and gang violence, administration officials acquiesced and sent out new guidance to asylum officers and immigration judges.

In his ruling, Judge Emmet Sullivan argued that the government ought to consider asylum requests on a case-by-case basis.

As the caravan of migrants heads north, one case demonstrates how difficult attaining asylum can be for people who face violence and even certain death if they return home.

After news broke in July that the United States Army was quietly discharging immigrant recruits, high-ranking military officials have ordered a halt to the discharges.

The ruling will likely be challenged by immigration advocates, who have continually pushed back against Sessions' efforts to tighten immigration laws.

Behind the devastating crime rates in the region lies an insidious network of political collaboration with violent gangs like MS-13.

In her new book, Vanessa Panfil offers a detailed and nuanced portrayal of homosexual life among gangs in Ohio.

Six interesting points on those two-wheeled organized crime outfits.

Seattle’s version of the 7 Up series reveals the long-term damage to adults who were in gangs as kids.

The impact of social media and the press on the drug war, and vice versa.

Meet the little-known crime ring with the lengthiest rap sheet.

Young men in gangs are disproportionately prone to anxiety disorders, psychosis.

About a decade ago, Washington State embarked on an early social experiment to educate people about the impacts of stress on children. The results are starting to show.