It's every parent's worst nightmare: a predator trying to kidnap a child. But as ABC13 found out, there are some simple self-defense moves that every parent can teach their kid to help them stay safe.

Crime is on the rise. News about rapes, robbery and chain snatching have become a regular feature when we glance at the ...

BARRIO LOGAN (KGTV) - Fourth and fifth-grade students at Perkins K-8 School in Barrio Logan are learning self-defense techniques through a special program that pairs them with local law enforcement.

As crime rates increase, living in America’s big cities can be frightening at times for many people. To reduce the risks of run-ins with those who are violent, it’s important to know what to do in a ...

When it comes to staying safe, a little preparation can go a long way. At Florida International University, a free program is giving women the tools they need to protect themselves both on and off ...

Can you defend yourself against someone bigger and stronger? It's a question many women ask themselves, and according to Kas McGuire, the answer is yes. McGuire, a martial arts instructor, teaches a ...

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, ...

FLOURTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- In honor of Women's History month, a martial arts gym in Montgomery County is opening its doors for women and teenagers to learn some simple self-defense techniques.

DEAR HELOISE: I would like to encourage every woman to learn some form of self-defense. I learned two years ago, and I’m glad I did. Three weeks ago, I was stopped while walking to my car after work.

Raquel Riley Thomas is the founder of Defend Riley, an initiative focused on self-defense for women and children. For Thomas, who served as a Captain in the U.S Army, this initiative is personal.