Blogs on Crime

For my first blog post on crime and other issues of conflict - a topic that I find extremely interesting - I will give the links to a few established blogs on crime. I hope they are helpful - I am looking to them to get a better idea of how to convey information in a concise fashion, while keeping things relevant and interesting! I will post again soon with a look at crime and conflict in the world as it develops.

The General Blog of Crime is a blog maintained by eight criminologists that are friends from grad school. It gives a good look at a wide array of crimes, from murder to drugs to bullying. There is also interesting commentary and blog posts about other current events.

Crime Blog simply gives daily headlines in the topic of crime. It is a good place to look for current happenings, with links to news sources for all headlines.

Crime Weblog is a blog with lots of links to daily articles, videos, and more.

Crime and Consequences is a blog covering a wide array of current events of crime and punishment. Although it is focused in California, it also gives plenty of nationwide coverage.

Crime Scene is the Washington Post's blog about "Local, National and International Crime and Criminal Justice." It is updated multiple times daily.

LAPD Blog is a blog published by the Los Angeles Police Department. It gives the viewpoint from those serving in criminal justice in one of the most dangerous cities in America.

Grits for Breakfast is a blog featuring commentary on the Texas justice system by a former journalist.

These are just a few of the many blogs on crime and criminal justice on the web. I hope they are of use in finding out what is going on around the country - from different perspectives - every day.