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When Systems Miss the Warning Signs: Why Indiana’s “Gabby Petito Act” Matters to Families
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January 10, 2026
The article discusses Indiana's House Bill 1310, the “Gabby Petito Act,” which mandates lethality assessments by officers responding to domestic violence calls. It highlights the importance of recognizing risks to children in such situations and…
A Tragic Reminder of Hidden Danger Inside the Home: New Jersey Reckons With Domestic Violence After Imani Dia Smith’s Death
December 27, 2025
The killing of former Broadway child star Imani Dia Smith is a tragic reminder that the most dangerous threats often exist behind closed doors. As New Jersey confronts another case of intimate partner violence, the focus must shift beyond headlines to…