Walking alone at night is something most women have experienced — and for many, it comes with a sense of unease that’s hard to shake. The fear of being followed, harassed, or caught off guard is real, ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A self-defense expert is advising people to brush up on their personal safety skills after a woman was sexually assaulted in an apartment laundry room Monday morning.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As rumors swirl online about a so-called “serial killer” targeting women in Jacksonville, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is pushing back—calling the claims flat-out false. In a ...

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A community organization in Orangeburg is turning its attention to women’s safety, hosting a special event to equip them with tools to protect themselves. Mothers Against Gun ...

As we age, our bodies and minds may change, but the need for safety and self-protection does not. Senior citizens can face unique challenges when it comes to self-defense, both physically and legally.

Though violent crime rates have dipped both nationwide and in New Orleans, self defense experts say sharpening the senses and practicing strength training are still important tools for staying safe.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Patti Stewart of Defense in Heels shares hands-on self-defense tips to help teens and women feel safer and more confident.

Amid the rising fear, and a wave of viral social media posts warning women to stay alert, a local self-defense trainer says preparation -- not panic -- saves lives.