A 2026 bill by State Rep. Mike Kohler would require reporting the use of force in self-defense cases to law enforcement.

When faced with a threat, protecting yourself, your loved ones, and your property is probably an instinct. Trespassers and attackers aren’t friendly though, and they often choose to use dangerous ...

Wasatch County’s state representative is backing a bill that would require people to tell police if they use force to defend themselves. The bill is in response to a high-profile fatal road rage ...

The same police action can be a policy violation in one city and standard procedure in another. And most Americans don't know which rules apply where.

The deadly shooting of an alleged burglar by a store owner in Baltimore's Canton neighborhood has raised questions about when you can legally use lethal force if you believe you are in danger. The ...

(WXYZ) — A teen is dead and another is injured after a shooting in White Lake Township when they and five others allegedly broke into a homeowner's detached garage ...

A woman stands near a crime scene on College Avenue near 74th Street on June 14, 2023, after a homicide occurred. The state’s prosecutors say that if a recent ruling by the Missouri Court of Appeals ...

HOUSTON – After a string of recent attacks at parks in our area, KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner is digging into ways you can stay safe. She spent the day learning simple yet effective techniques you can ...

As we age, our bodies and minds may change, but the need for safety and self-protection does not. Senior citizens can face unique challenges when it comes to self-defense, both physically and legally.

Law enforcement agencies have long considered vehicles deadly weapons, but have increasingly clamped down on officers firing at motorists.