My utility bill is like any relationship. There are ups and there are downs. Sometimes it's higher, sometimes lower. In my house in Cape Coral, there's no "power police." I do make an effort to flick off the lights at bedtime, but if someone, even myself, forgets, it's no biggie. No one's fighting it out in the octagon over a few extra watts. That's crazy. I guess someone should have told that to 76-year-old Dennis McCabe.
According to WFLA, the Florida man is currently locked up in jail after getting into an argument over a utility bill of all things. Oh, and we're fight that turned VERY violent. Just how bad did it get? The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office says that McCabe allegedly attacked the woman, resulting in her sustaining some pretty nasty injuries. Everywhere from her face, to her head, and to her torso. This poor woman was covered in blood.
After the bloody fight, Dennis called 911 to seek help for the victim, who, by the way, lay in critical condition when assistance finally arrived at the scene. The situation was so dire that emergency services airlifted the woman to the hospital, where she remains currently.
The police took McCabe into custody, charging him with attempted felony murder in connection with the assault. Sounds pretty serious. Sad really. It bothers me to hear about domestic abuse like this. I just can't wrap my head around how someone could hurt someone they're supposed to care about, especially over something as meaningless as a utility bill. We all expect bills. But we don't expect someone close to us to try to kill us over them.
These Are the Most Dangerous Cities in America
It's always interesting to see which cities are considered safe and dangerous in the US. It can also be helpful if you're planning a big move. Now, there's a new study out that pinpoints the most dangerous cities in America.
The new study comes from Noradarealestate.com. In it, they say, "From gang violence to high levels of property crime, these cities have earned their spots on the list." Yikes.
Before we get to the crime in each region of the country, let's look at some of the No. 1s in this study. According to Noradarealestate.com, the "FBI's most dangerous city" in the West is Stockton, California. In the Midwest, it's St. Louis, Missouri. Then, in the South, it's Baltimore, Maryland; and in the Northeast, it's Hartford, Connecticut. Noradarealestate.com notes that even though these cities are dangerous in the report, "each of these cities has also demonstrated resilience and a commitment to addressing these issues through various initiatives and collaborative efforts. By focusing on community engagement, comprehensive strategies, and investment in socio-economic development, these cities can work towards creating safer, more inclusive, and prosperous communities for all residents." So, it's not all dismal. There is definitely hope.
So, what's the most dangerous city in America? Detroit. "The violent crime index, encompassing homicides, robberies, and aggravated assaults, is alarmingly high," the study states. "The prevalence of guns and gang activity further exacerbates the issue, making Detroit a concerning place in terms of personal safety." That said, I love Detroit, and even though it's good to see which cities are trending up and down in terms of crime, remember that every city has its good and bad areas. So, don't write these towns off your list because of one study. Find the full study from Noradarealestate.com here.
Check out the most dangerous cities in America by region below, via the latest FBI data.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the West
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Stockton, California, with a population of 308,348. Other cities in the top five include San Bernardino, California; Oakland, California; Anchorage, Alaska; and Pueblo, Colorado. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the South
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Baltimore, Maryland. Other cities in the top five include Memphis, Tennessee; Little Rock, Arkansas; Nashville, Tennessee; and New Orleans, Louisiana. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the Midwest
No. 1 on the FBI's list is St. Louis, Missouri. Other cities in the top five include Kansas City, Missouri; Rockford, Illinois; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the Northeast
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Hartford, Connecticut. Other cities in the top five include Buffalo, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Rochester, New York; and Bridgeport, Connecticut. Find the full FBI data here.
