domestic violence

The CDC estimates that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men are abused by an intimate partner, annually. The numbers of individuals with disabilities are disproportionately higher than those without, however, they often go unreported or underserved due to ableism and a lack of accessible resources. However, two local non-profits are combatting this through a unique partnership.

Buffalo and Erie County Stopping Abuse in the Family Environment, or BE SAFE, is a collaborative aiding victims of domestic violence, especially more vulnerable populations. It’s getting a million-dollar boost from the federal government to supplement efforts to protect and advocate for elderly and disabled victims.

The New York State Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board is out with its report of findings and recommendations.

The Family Justice Center of Erie County will dedicate its new permanent satellite office on Grand Island Saturday -- and it is expected to be busy when…

An apparent domestic violence incident turned into a double murder-suicide early Thursday morning in Buffalo.Buffalo Police were called to a home on Layer…

Two local groups are sharing $150,000 in state cash to help counter the rise in domestic violence cases during the pandemic.It wasn't a surprise to those…

In a year when New York state faces a $15 billion budget deficit and a greater demand for basic services, advocates for survivors of domestic violence say…

New York State has a free program that protects the location information of domestic violence survivors. This week, it expanded to allow any victim of…

As October approaches, stories about domestic violence will be plentiful in the news. National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to talk about,…

While most businesses are worried about surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, attorney, social worker and Buffalo School Board member Hope Jay has started a…