Violent crime in cities presents new-year challenge for Democratic mayors

Mayors from around the country are facing a common threat that isn’t just the coronavirus: spiking violent crime.

Across virtually every large urban area, a wave of violent crime has plagued residents as they struggle to adjust to new pandemic-related restrictions and a general decline in their quality of life. From bustling metropolises such as New York to sleepier cities like Salt Lake, violent crime has reached levels not seen for years or, in some cases, decades.