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FBI Report: Schools Rank Third for Hate Crimes

The FBI released a report showing that schools are the third-highest location for hate crimes in the United States, with 10% of reported hate crimes occurring there in 2022. Secondary schools saw the highest number of hate crimes, with an increase in 2022 compared to previous years. The most common quarter for hate crimes at schools was October - December, and anti-Black or African American hate crimes were the highest. The FBI wants to draw attention to the data and emphasized that state and local law enforcement are best positioned to offer resources to schools.