"When you are alone, don't ever get into the backseat of a rideshare. You don't want to find out that the backseat child ...

2. "Pepper spray is cheap and effective. Don't leave home without it. AND make sure you buy a practice bottle. You don't want your first time using pepper spray to be under duress. It's cheap enough ...

We recently wrote a post where people with "street smarts" revealed everyday safety tips that could save your life. In the comments, more readers shared their best "street smart" advice for staying ...