But some women are stepping up to the challenge ... said the hope is that firearms will never have to be used for self-defense, but evidence shows that guns have been critical to protecting ...

The 13 cases over a roughly two-week period are just a snapshot of how many women likely used a firearm to defend themselves. Self-defense gun cases often go unreported by major news outlets.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - According to officials, women are five times more likely to become victims of criminal activity. Over the weekend, the Columbus Police Department hosted its annual “Women ...

The case of Carlisha Hood shows how self-defense law– and our perception of who deserves it– is still rooted in racism and sexism. “Black women have always been vulnerable to violence in ...

A free class hosted by the Gadsden State Community College Police Department will give women an opportunity to learn more about self-defense. “This class is about more than just physical defense ...

Hypervigilance and situational awareness are just two of the points instructors offered to women and girls in a self-defense class at the Multi Agency Academic Cooperative on a recent Friday evening.

In the suburbs, there is a self-defense program for women and it's taught by women. Our photojournalist Scott Metzker takes us to Naperville, where these "Warrior Women" share their stories.

Women in Lee County now have the opportunity to learn self-defense skills from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. The course aims to empower women by preparing them for unexpected situations.

Luckily, we have access to all kinds of self-defense tools these days, including pepper spray, tasers, or even Kubatons (those little stabby keychains). Back in the 1900s, however, women didn't ...

Strike it Strong is a local group that hosts self-defense classes aimed at making women feel safe and empowered. Friends Cheryl Squadrito and Nancy Starr started the nonprofit during the holiday ...