Navigating the court system can be confusing and overwhelming, especially for victims of crime. But a program through the Lucas County Prosecutor's Office makes the process a bit easier. The Victim ...

A police car behind crime scene tape. While federal and state aid is available for crime victims, many say that they struggle to access it. (Getty Images) Aieda Harris knows the pain of gun violence.

Rules attached to federal victims’ assistance dollars are causing a couple of area counties to give up the funding. Colfax and Butler counties have decided not to apply for the grant money for the ...

Rebecca Cool has been named CEO of Summit County's Victim Assistance Program. She plans to expand community partnerships and enhance victim support.

Marion County Commissioners proclaimed April 6-12 as Crime Victims' Rights Week to honor survivors and raise awareness. The Marion Victim Assistance Program (VAP) supports crime victims by ...