As in any large U.S. city, violent crime is an issue in Atlanta. Recent years have seen sharp increases in homicides and shootings. The Downtown and Midtown areas have been most affected.

Homicides and other violent crimes were down for the second consecutive year in Atlanta, a milestone celebrated Monday by city leaders and community partners. Why it matters: The decrease in violent ...

Unfortunately, some of the most historic parts of the city are also very run-down and known for their high crime rates ...