US domestic violence killings stay high despite homicide drop; funding cuts strain services

While US cities report sharp declines in overall homicides, domestic violence killings remain elevated, with Chicago seeing a 15% rise in 2025 and Ohio recording its deadliest year. Non-profits report increased demand for legal and housing aid amid Trump administration funding cuts to prevention and response programs. The divergence suggests homicide reduction efforts may not be reaching domestic violence cases, and service gaps could worsen the trend.