The Council on Criminal Justice advances understanding of the criminal justice policy choices facing the nation and builds consensus for solutions that enhance safety and justice for all.
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Latest Posts
Crime in Chicago: What You Need to Know
President Trump recently renewed his calls for federal intervention in Chicago to address crime and violence. This brief examines trends for 13 different crime types in Chicago going back to 2018.
Homicide Likely Reaching a New Historic Low as Most Crime Rates Continue to Decline at Mid-Year
New CCJ analysis finds 9 of 13 offenses declined in the first half of 2026, including an 18% drop in homicide; shoplifting the only offense remaining above 2019 levels
Crime Trends in U.S. Cities: Mid-Year 2026 Update
Examining changes in 13 offenses across a sample of 36 large U.S. cities, CCJ’s mid-year analysis shows crime has continued to fall in the first half of 2026, with homicide likely dropping to another historic low.
Rethinking Rehabilitation for Women in Prison
CCJ convened three virtual focus groups with correctional leaders to better understand how prison systems are approaching rehabilitation for women, focusing on behavioral health, reentry, and prison culture.
Event Recording: The Rising Cost of Women’s Incarceration and What It Means for Public Safety
In this conversation, the Council on Criminal Justice Women’s Justice Commission and a panel of experts discussed the costs, benefits, and tradeoffs of women’s incarcarceration.
UpClose With Jason Pye
This month’s spotlighted member is Jason Pye, vice president of the Due Process Institute.