GUN CONTROL

Dec 05 2024CRIME

Tragedy Hits Small School: Gunman Dies After Shooting

Wednesday afternoon, a tragic incident unfolded at a small religious school in Northern California. Two students were injured when a gunman opened fire at the Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventists in Palermo. The gunman was found dead near the playground, having apparently taken their own life. The children were rushed to nearby hospitals, but their conditio...

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Nov 21 2024CRIME

Parent's Role in Teen Shooter Case: What You Need to Know

Colin Gray, father of the alleged Apalachee High School shooter, has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to the deadly shooting last September. His attorney, Jimmy Berry, entered the plea on Gray's behalf, waiving a formal arraignment. Gray faces serious charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. A grand jury believes Gray allowed his son...

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Nov 13 2024CRIME

Gun at Tuskegee Shooting: Suspect's Side of the Story

A young man from Montgomery, Jaquez Myrick, was caught with a Glock pistol that could fire like a machine gun near Tuskegee University. A deadly shooting happened there, but he says he didn't shoot at anyone. A federal agent wrote that Myrick admitted firing his gun but wasn't aiming at people. A Tuskegee police officer, Alan Ashley, was one of the first to arrive a...

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Judge Overturns Illinois' Ban on Semi-Auto Weapons, Governor Vows Appeal

A federal judge has struck down Illinois' ban on semiautomatic weapons, citing recent Supreme Court rulings that strongly support the Second Amendment. Judge Stephen P. McGlynn, appointed by former President Trump, ruled that the ban cannot be enforced. This comes after Democratic Governor J. B. Pritzker signed the Protect Illinois Communities Act into law in January...

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Nov 02 2024CRIME

Orlando Shooting: Teen Gunman, Chaos, and a Scary Night

Late Thursday night, a 17-year-old allegedly opened fire during a Halloween celebration in downtown Orlando, causing mass panic. Joey Herrera, 22, was one of many terrified partygoers. “I've never been so scared, ” he shared. “I didn't want to die like that. ” People rushed to safety, hiding in nearby businesses or running onto side streets. The Mondrian apartme...

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Between Schiff and Garvey: A Clash of Stances in California Senate Debate

The debate between Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and former baseball star Steve Garvey for California's Senate seat was anything but boring. They clashed over a range of topics, from immigration to reproductive rights and gun control. Schiff painted Garvey as a political newcomer with no experience, while Garvey criticized Schiff for being too focused on his own political ...

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Oct 09 2024POLITICS

California Senate Candidates Schiff and Garvey Clash on Key Issues

In the race for California's open Senate seat, Democratic candidate Adam Schiff and Republican candidate Steve Garvey recently faced off in a forum hosted by ABC7. The candidates discussed a range of issues, including abortion, gun control, climate change, and the housing crisis. Schiff, a longtime Congressman, emphasized his support for reproductive rights and stric...

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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Court Battles Over Biden's Ban on DIY Gun Kits

The U.S. Supreme Court is diving into a fresh debate over gun regulations. The topic this time? The Biden administration's attempt to prohibit the sale of "ghost gun" kits. These kits let people build firearms at home, bypassing current rules. The administration wants to treat these kits like regular guns, requiring licenses, serial numbers, background checks, and re...

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Oct 03 2024OPINION

The Safe Haven for Our Future

As a nation, we've become all too familiar with the sound of gunfire and the sight of students huddled under desks. For many Minnesotan families, this is more than just a drill - it's a harsh reality that threatens to upend their sense of security. Governor Tim Walz's personal experience with his son witnessing gun violence has given him a unique perspective on the u...

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Sep 27 2024POLITICS

New Directions in Crime Prevention

The way Democrats talk about guns, violent crime, and the criminal justice system has undergone a significant shift in recent years. Gone are the days when the party focused solely on protecting citizens from police abuses and overhauling the criminal justice system. Today, Democrats are taking a more comprehensive approach to addressing violent crime, acknowledging ...

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