Americans who often consume local crime news are more likely to be concerned about crime in their community affecting them or their family

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August 28, 2024

The link between local news coverage and Americans’ perceptions of crime

Americans who often consume local crime news are more likely to be concerned about crime in their community affecting them or their family

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Americans who often consume local crime news are more likely to be concerned about crime in their community affecting them or their family

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The link between local news coverage and Americans’ perceptions of crime
Most Americans turn to friends, family and neighbors and local news outlets for local crime news
Americans who often consume local crime news are more likely to be concerned about crime in their community affecting them or their family
More Americans get local news about crime than any other topic except weather

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The link between local news coverage and Americans’ perceptions of crime

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