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2026-02-17 00:20:10

Ice Rink Shooting Leaves Three Dead in Family Dispute

A mass shooting at a Pawtucket, Rhode Island ice rink during a high school hockey game left at least three dead, including the suspect. Police describe it as a targeted family dispute, with several others critically injured. read more

2026-01-31 22:00:37

Mardi Gras Parade Shooting Injures Six, Including Child

A mass shooting at a Mardi Gras parade in Clinton, Louisiana, injured six, including a child. One suspect is in custody, and police are searching for the vehicle used in the attack. read more

2025-02-19 21:50:03

Kansas City Man Who Shot Teen Dies After Guilty Plea

An 86-year-old man from Kansas City, who recently pleaded guilty to shooting a Black teen who mistakenly rang his doorbell, has passed away. The incident sparked a national debate on gun policies and race. The man's attorney claimed self-defense, and the teen survived the shooting. read more

2025-02-03 18:10:05

Montenegro Battles Rise in Illegal Firearms Amid Ongoing Violence

A mass shooting in Montenegro prompts the search for millions of illegal firearms leftover from the Balkan conflicts. Despite efforts for stricter gun control laws, the region struggles with enforcement and cultural ties to weapons, impacting both security locally and internationally. read more

2025-01-02 05:40:03

Montenegro Mass Shooter Kills 10 in Cetinje Rampage

A mass shooter in Montenegro, identified as Aleksandar Martinovic, died from self-inflicted injuries after killing 10 people, including two children. The gunman was cornered by police in Cetinje. The incident led to a call for potential gun control measures. read more

2024-12-16 19:40:07

Tragic Shooting at Madison School Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured

An unidentified juvenile shooter killed at least two and injured six at Abundant Life Christian School in Wisconsin before dying by suicide. The shooter attended the school, founded in 1978 with around 400 students. Names of victims have not been released. read more

2024-12-09 20:30:08

"US Surgeon General Nominee's Tragic Past Revealed in Memoir"

Dr Janette Nesheiwat, Trump's nominee for US Surgeon General, accidentally shot and killed her father at 13. Despite the tragedy inspiring her to become a doctor, her stance on gun violence is uncertain. read more

2024-11-18 17:30:07

Tragic shootings leave two dead, ten injured along New Orleans parade route

Two killed and 10 injured in New Orleans shootings during a celebration on a parade route. No immediate arrests made. The violence adds to over 460 mass shootings in the US this year as calls for gun control continue. read more

2024-11-04 11:40:04

Missouri Shooting Raises Questions on Mental Health and Gun Access

Family warned Missouri police about Orlando Harris' mental health, pleading for gun confiscation. Nine days later, he opened fire at his high school, killing two. His family was unable to stop him due to Missouri's lack of red-flag law. read more

2024-11-02 14:40:10

"Saginaw Mothers Plead for Action Against Gun Violence Epidemic"

Tiffany Owens, a bereaved mother from Saginaw, Michigan, addressed the city council, pleading for action after losing her daughter and son to gun violence. Mothers shared similar heartbreaking stories, urging the council to prioritize local races and address community issues. read more

2024-10-09 23:20:06

School Gun Deaths Spike in 2024, Data Shows Alarming Trend

School gun deaths have hit 48 this year, exceeding 2023's total with three months remaining. There have been 163 gun violence incidents in 2024 so far, resulting in 108 injuries. Easy access to guns, including teachers carrying them, remains a concern. read more

2024-09-23 15:10:12

Birmingham nightclub shooting sparks gun control debate after 24th mass murder

A firefighter in Birmingham, Alabama, cleans bloodstains outside a nightclub where a shooting killed four and wounded 17. The incident marks the 24th mass murder in the US in 2024, prompting calls for gun control. read more

2024-09-22 11:10:03

Tragedy in Five Points South: Multiple dead, 21 injured

A mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama resulted in four deaths and multiple injuries. The incident involved multiple shooters, with investigations ongoing. Police are seeking information on possible motives. Violence read more

2024-09-22 10:10:03

Birmingham Police Investigate Deadly Mass Shooting in Five Points

Four people were killed and over 20 injured in a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama. Police are still investigating and have not made any arrests yet. The incident took place in a busy nightlife area, and authorities are seeking witnesses to assist in the investigation. read more

2024-09-13 22:10:08

Gun Violence Continues to Claim Young Lives in America

Guns remain the top cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. for the third consecutive year, with a focus on the disproportionate impact on Black and Latino youth. Solutions include safe storage and regulation. read more

2024-09-08 21:40:03

Senator Warnock Condemns Acceptance of School Shootings as "Fact of Life"

US Senator Raphael Warnock responds to VP contender JD Vance's comments on school shootings in GA, rejecting them as a "fact of life." Warnock blames guns for the prevalence of violence, emphasizing the need for gun control measures. read more

2024-09-03 15:10:04

10-Year-Old Confesses to Shooting Former Mayor and Daughter

A 10-year-old boy in Louisiana fatally shot former mayor Joe Cornelius Sr., 82, and his daughter. The boy admitted to the crime, with the motive remaining under investigation. Cornelius, a respected community leader, served as interim mayor and was active in youth programs. read more

2024-08-29 13:10:04

"Families in Delano frustrated by unsolved gun violence cases"

Families in Delano, California, plagued by unsolved gun violence lament police inaction. Murdered loved ones and pursuers remain unidentified, leaving residents desperate for justice. Families feel overlooked, with fear and frustration prevalent in the community. read more

2024-07-08 13:10:03

Masked gunman shoots two children, aged 12 and 13, at a NYC McDonald's, firing six bullets before fleeing. The children are in stable condition, and police are investigating. read more

2024-07-03 18:30:06

The family of Eduardo Uvaldo, a great-grandfather killed in the Highland Park mass shooting, sued Smith & Wesson for wrongful death and deceptive marketing practices, seeking justice after his tragic death. The lawsuit accuses the gunmaker of targeting young people and profiting from mass shootings. read more

2024-06-25 20:20:04

A 28-year-old Florida man, identified as Javontee Brice, shot and killed his mother and two other women before dying in a gunfight with deputies in Hamilton County, located hundreds of miles from the initial shootings in Manatee County. read more

2024-06-25 19:06:18

A Florida man, Javontee Brice, killed three women, including his mother, in a shooting spree before being fatally shot by authorities. The victims included his mother, cousin, and a former girlfriend's new partner. The motive remains unknown. read more

2024-06-25 11:20:07

Top US doctor Vivek Murthy, dismissed by Trump in the past, declares gun violence a public health emergency, urging a ban on automatic rifles. He calls for regulations, background checks, and penalties, with a focus on increasing gun violence research and promoting safety education. read more

2024-06-23 19:10:04

Gunmen opened fire in attacks in Dagestan, Russia, killing three, including two police officers. Thirteen others were wounded in the incidents at a synagogue, Orthodox church, and police post. The attackers fled, with fighting later reported in Makhachkala. read more

2024-06-21 22:10:04

Two fatalities and eight injuries, including a law enforcement officer, stem from a mass shooting at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, a city near Little Rock, with police investigations ongoing. read more

2024-06-21 15:10:11

The Supreme Court upholds a law preventing domestic abusers from owning firearms in an 8-1 ruling. This decision contrasts with a 2022 pro-gun rights ruling, acknowledging the need to protect survivors. The case highlights the ongoing fight against gun violence and the intersection with domestic abuse. read more

2024-06-18 14:50:10

Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen criticized Ohio's JD Vance for dismissing efforts to ban bump stocks, used in the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. Vance questioned the impact of the legislation, sparking backlash from Democrats. The debate continues amid the recent Supreme Court ruling on bump stocks. read more

2024-06-09 20:40:10

A rooftop party shooting in Wisconsin injures 10, including teenagers, with nine shot and one injured by broken glass. The incident marks over 200 mass shootings in the US this year. Police chief Shon Barnes called it a miracle that no one died. read more

2024-05-22 18:00:08

A workplace shooting at Delaware County Linen in Chester, Pennsylvania, resulted in two deaths and three injuries. A disgruntled employee shot five coworkers, using a handgun, inside and outside the business. The suspect was arrested in Trainer, and the victims were transported to a medical center. read more

2024-05-20 16:30:05

A dispute between two women led to a gunfight, injuring 11 people in Savannah, Georgia, amidst five shootings over the weekend. Mayor emphasizes the need for gun control laws and responsible gun ownership. read more

2024-05-12 21:10:10

Three people were killed and 12 wounded at a party near Stockton, Alabama. Around 1,000 attendees witnessed gunfire erupt during an altercation, leaving most victims younger individuals. The incident adds to the rising number of mass shootings in the US, fueling calls for gun control. read more

2024-05-10 20:40:08

"A public art installation in Washington DC titled 'Alienable Right to Life' displays the names of 1,039 people killed in mass shootings since Columbine. The exhibit challenges US gun violence with a plea to address the issue urgently. " read more

2024-05-05 19:10:06

A toddler was tragically killed by gunfire in Washington DC, with a teenager also grazed by a bullet at a high school in a shocking day of gun violence. Gun violence continues to pose a threat to safety. read more

2024-04-08 00:00:00

Mass shooting in Florida bar leaves security guard dead and six injured after Jamal Wayne Wood opened fire; police quickly responded, exchanging gunfire with the assailant. The deceased guard, George Castellanos, was described as dedicated and on the brink of graduation. read more