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Gun Control Debate Dominates Maine Legislature’s Agenda After Lewiston Mass Shootings

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) – Maine lawmakers are returning to the State House with the tragic mass shootings in Lewiston fresh on their minds, sparking a renewed focus on the contentious issue of gun control. Following the recent tragedy, there has been increased pressure on lawmakers to address the issue of gun violence in the state. The House majority leader, Rep. Maureen Terry, stated that conversations are ongoing about potential legislative changes, including the implementation of …

Mass Shooting Sparks Memorial and Debate over Gun Laws in Prague, Czech Republic

PRAGUE, Czech Republic – After a tragic mass shooting at Charles University that left 14 dead, the city of Prague is left reeling from an act of violence that has shaken the country to its core. The shooting, carried out by a university student on December 21, has left the community grappling with the aftermath of such senseless bloodshed. The campus, adorned with flickering candles and portraits of the victims, has become a solemn memorial …

Tragic Sacramento Shooting: 10-Year-Old Fatally Shot by Father’s Stolen Gun

SACRAMENTO, California – A 53-year-old man and his child were taken into custody Sunday after the boy allegedly took a stolen gun from his father’s car and fatally shot a fellow 10-year-old in Sacramento County, California. The incident occurred on Saturday in the Foothill Farms community, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office. The man reportedly sent his son to retrieve cigarettes from his car, and the boy found the gun inside the vehicle and …

Tragedy in Sacramento County: 10-Year-Old Boy Killed by Another Child with Stolen Gun

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, Calif. — The tragic death of a 10-year-old boy has left his family and community demanding justice in the Foothill Farms area of Sacramento County. The young boy, identified as Keith Frierson, affectionately known as KJ, was fatally shot by another 10-year-old boy who allegedly fired his father’s stolen gun. KJ’s aunt Erika described him as smart, intelligent, kind, loving, and respectful, emphasizing that he had his whole life ahead of him. According …

Gun Violence Archive reports record 42,865 deaths and mass shootings in the US

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue in the United States, with over 36,000 injuries and more than 42,000 deaths attributed to gun violence in the country this year, according to the Gun Violence Archives. These staggering numbers have become all too familiar, but it’s crucial to remember that each statistic represents a human life lost. In my hometown of Springfield, Missouri, 19 people fell victim to mass shootings. This hits …

Tragic 10-Year-Old Shooting in Sacramento Sparks Concerns About Irresponsible Parenting and Illegal Gun Possession

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A tragic incident in the Foothill Farms area of Sacramento County resulted in the death of a 10-year-old boy after another 10-year-old boy took a stolen gun from his father’s car and used it to fatally shoot him. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Greenholme Drive on Saturday afternoon, leading to the victim’s death at the hospital despite efforts to save him. According to the Sacramento …

Mother of Mass Shooting Victim Calls for Change on Juvenile Violence and Gun Control

BALTIMORE, MD – Krystal Gonzalez, the mother of Aaliyah Gonzalez, a victim of the Brooklyn Day mass shooting, is calling for change and justice. Speaking with Fox45’s Vincent Hill, Gonzalez recounted the tragic day when her daughter was killed and expressed her desire to see meaningful action taken in the aftermath of the shooting. Reflecting on the night of the incident, Gonzalez vividly described the harrowing experience of discovering her daughter’s body at the scene. …

Gun Control Advocates Gain Momentum in the United States Amid Rising Gun Violence and Legislative Battles

Uvalde, Texas – In a country with such high rates of gun ownership and gun-related deaths, the debate over gun control continues to be a contentious and pressing issue. With statistics showing that nearly half of all U.S. adults grew up in households with guns, and 100 Americans dying every day from gunshot wounds, the prevalence of gun violence and gun ownership has made it one of the most debated topics in the United States. …

Gun Violence Claims Lives of Pregnant Teenager and Boyfriend in San Antonio Tragedy

San Antonio, Texas – December brought a tragic end for 18-year-old Savanah Nicole Soto and her boyfriend, 22-year-old Matthew Guerra, as their lifeless bodies were discovered in a car, each with a gunshot wound to the head. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed these deaths as homicides. The couple was found at a Northwest Side apartment complex, leaving the local community in shock and disbelief. The San Antonio Police Department has released surveillance …

Wall of Love: Grandmother Plans Memorial for Victims of Gun Violence

AURORA, Colorado – A grandmother in Aurora, Colorado, whose 3-year-old grandson was tragically murdered, has announced plans to build a “Wall of Love” to honor loved ones who have been victims of gun violence. The grandmother, whose name has not been disclosed, hopes to create a memorial to remember those who have been lost to this type of senseless violence. The idea for the “Wall of Love” was inspired by the grandmother’s own personal tragedy, …