The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the shaving of an 8-year-old boy's head as punishment at a children's home, following a video that circulated among staff showing the incident.
Recent assaults against women on Paris public transport have led to prison sentences for attackers and a regional mobilization for improved safety measures.
Paris's La Gaîté Lyrique cultural venue will reopen on January 13, 2026, after a five-month closure due to occupation by homeless youth migrants that caused significant financial damage.
Louvre Museum employees plan a strike from December 15 to protest worsening work conditions, staffing cuts, and management issues amid ongoing operational challenges.
The #MeTooÉcole parent collective urges President Macron to enhance protections for children amid rising reports of sexual violence in Paris schools, prompting new city initiatives and calls for systemic reforms.
One year after its December 2024 reopening, Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has welcomed 11 million visitors and continues restoration efforts under the legacy of General Georgelin.
France’s housing market crisis intensifies with soaring demand and declining rental stock, amid criticism of inconsistent public policies and political leadership in Paris.
Investigations into sexual violence in Paris nursery schools reveal judicial silence and parental distress, with calls for juvenile prosecution involvement.
Paris faces a mounting sexual abuse crisis in extracurricular programs, with over fifty suspensions, judicial probes, and calls for systemic reforms to safeguard children.
Tens of thousands marched in Paris to support Palestinians, calling for a permanent ceasefire and sanctions against Israel amid ongoing violence in Gaza and the West Bank.
France Télévisions' Paris headquarters was evacuated on November 29 after a bomb threat, prompting an ongoing police investigation and broadcast disruptions, following similar recent threats to nearby media offices.
The fourth suspect in the October 2025 Louvre jewelry theft has been charged and jailed as the stolen jewels remain missing, prompting increased museum security measures.
A 3-year-old girl in a Paris kindergarten reported sexual assault, prompting school and family responses amid broader child protection reform efforts.
Paris bookstores have faced vandalism linked to the Gaza war, prompting a united antifascist rally from the literary community.
A 2018 security audit exposed major vulnerabilities at the Louvre, particularly a balcony exploited during the October 2025 theft of France's crown jewels, while new arrests in the ongoing investigation have been made.
Following the fatal stabbing of a Parisian teenager and revelations of judicial failures, calls are increasing for justice system reforms and stronger protections against youth violence and abuse in France.
Emmanuel Grégoire, Paris mayoral candidate, reveals he was sexually abused as a child, urging awareness amid recent school assault cases.
Île-de-France experiences its first winter snowfall of 2025 with up to 4 cm of snow, orange vigilance partially lifted, speed restrictions imposed, and transport delays reported.
An orange alert for snow and ice affects Île-de-France and Yvelines with traffic restrictions and advisories issued for November 22-23, 2025.
Paris witnesses a significant increase in sexual violence cases in nursery schools in 2025, triggering judicial investigations and sparking debate over legal protections for children.
Sophia Chikirou of La France insoumise declares her candidacy for Paris mayor in 2025, rejecting socialist alliances and calling for change.
An attempted armed robbery at a Chanel store in Paris was foiled by the security guard, with suspects escaping before police arrived; investigations are ongoing.
Paris announces stricter recruitment and training for after-school educators following recent violence incidents, amid an upcoming strike affecting childcare services.
A man with a knife threatened people at Paris's Gare Montparnasse before being shot by police, prompting evacuations and minor injuries.
France commemorates the 10th anniversary of the November 13, 2015 terrorist attacks with survivor testimonies and memorial events in Paris.
France commemorates the 10th anniversary of the November 13 attacks with a new Paris memorial garden, while public fears and societal challenges persist.
Survivor Mathieu and artist Annette Messager offer powerful reflections on trauma and hope as France marks 10 years since the November 13 attacks in Paris.
Paris observes the 10th anniversary of the November 13 attacks with a commemorative race and the reissue of a survivor’s artistic works.
Four suspects linked to the disruption of the Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris face charges including dangerous property degradation and possession of incendiary devices, amid subsequent clashes outside a police station.
Paris authorities have charged three young women with planning jihadist attacks, amid expanded investigations into Salah Abdeslam's USB key case linked to 2015 terror crimes.
Paris marks the 10th anniversary of the November 13 attacks with public commemorations and survivor testimonies highlighting resilience and remembrance.
Three young women were charged in Paris for preparing a jihadist attack targeting public venues, amid rising terror concerns.
Following reports of sexual violence, three Paris nursery teachers have been suspended and targeted training initiatives announced to safeguard children.
A pro-Palestinian protest disrupted the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra's concert at the Philharmonie de Paris, leading to physical altercations and police intervention, with four arrests and a formal complaint filed.
Activists disrupted the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra's concert in Paris with smoke bombs, leading to condemnations and highlighting tensions around cultural events related to Israel.
Paris authorities evacuated around 300 migrants from city camps on November 5, relocating many but revealing ongoing housing challenges for the displaced population.
Rachida Dati and Pierre-Yves Bournazel intensify their rivalry ahead of the Paris municipal elections, each projecting distinct visions for the city's future.
Right-wing opposition targets Paris’ popular districts to overturn left’s 24-year hold in the 2026 municipal elections amid changing electoral rules and complex campaign dynamics.
Four individuals have been arrested and charged in the theft of French crown jewels from the Louvre last month, as DNA and other evidence tie them to the crime scene, though the jewels have yet to be recovered.
Two suspects have been charged and three released following the Louvre Museum robbery, as authorities intensify efforts to recover €88 million in stolen artifacts.
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