California Gun Violence Drops to 50-Year Low

0:00California just hit a major milestone in tackling gun violence with firearm-related deaths dropping to the lowest level since 1968. Back in 2024, that year also marked record lows for gun suicides and homicide statewide, pushing the overall homicide rate to its lowest point ever according to. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Data Attorney General Rob Bonta called it out during a press conference this week, stressing how these drop show real strides from past efforts on. Prevention, but he made it clear the winds are hanging by a thread, thanks to investments that are now fading fast without fresh funding. Lawmakers need to step up with more support for gun safety programs and education to keep this momentum rolling strong. That's the story for today. California News Today, Driven by AI I'm Corey with The Story