Capital Gazette mass shooting victims honored at wreath-laying ceremony in Annapolis
A wreath-laying ceremony was held in Annapolis on Tuesday to honor the five journalists and staff killed in a mass shooting at the Capital Gazette newspaper in 2018.
Preventing Gun Violence - [STREET SOLDIERS]
The need for solutions to the deadly gunfire tearing across the country has never been more urgent. There's talk of tougher laws and new approaches, but can any of it really save innocent lives?
House greenlights landmark bipartisan gun violence bill, sends to Biden
The House has sent President Joe Biden the most wide-ranging gun violence bill Congress has passed in decades.
Senate approves landmark bipartisan gun violence bill, clearing way for expected House passage
The vote late Thursday clears the way for expected House passage Friday of what will be Congress’ most far-reaching response in decades to the nation’s run of brutal mass shootings.
Uvalde timeline: DPS releases activity log, police chatter as they waited outside classroom of massacre
The Uvalde school shooting timeline shows it took 74 minutes from when police went into the school to the time they confronted and killed the gunman. Throughout that time, unknown officers are reported rejecting DPS Special Agents' calls to go into the classroom, saying, "Don't you think we should have a supervisor approve that?"
Senators have agreement on gun violence bill, lead Dem says
Senators have moved to the brink of an agreement on a bipartisan gun violence bill, meaning a vote could happen later this week.
New body armor rules in NY miss vest worn by Buffalo killer
The new law enacted by state lawmakers after the Buffalo mass shooting only restricts sales of “bullet-resistant soft body armor" which has legislators considering a possible solution.
'It's time to be responsible:' Matthew McConaughey shares video calling for bipartisan gun reform
"This is and was about gun responsibility," the video began. "Camila and I met with over 30 members across both parties. We met with leaders of the Senate, the House and the president."
Alabama church shooting: 2 dead, 1 injured, 1 in custody after active shooter call
Two people are dead and one other injured after a shooting at a church just outside of Birmingham on Thursday evening.
Buffalo mass shooting: Payton Gendron in federal court on hate crime counts
Payton Gendron, the white man who shot to death 10 Black people at a Buffalo supermarket made his first appearance in federal court on hate crime charges.
Senate gun deal details: What does it include?
The outline of a bipartisan U.S. Senate agreement to rein in gun violence has no game-changing steps banning the deadliest firearms. It does propose measured provisions making it harder for some young gun buyers, or people considered threatening, to have weapons.
Gun safety proposal announced by bipartisan group of Senators
A group of Senate Democrats and Republicans announced Sunday the outline of a gun deal that includes modest curbs on obtaining firearms, plus aid for mental health and schools.
March for Our Lives: Thousands rally across U.S. in renewed push for gun control
Motivated by a fresh surge in mass shootings, from Uvalde, Texas, to Buffalo, New York, protestors say lawmakers must take note of shifting public opinion and finally enact sweeping reforms.
3 dead in shooting at factory in Smithsburg, Maryland
Multiple people are reportedly injured after a shooting at a manufacturing facility in Smithsburg, Maryland, according to authorities.
Teenage girl killed in shooting at Phoenix strip mall, 8 others injured
Emily Morgan, 14, died from her injuries at the hospital. Two women suffered life-threatening injuries, while five men and a teenage boy suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
NYC Mayor Adams testifies before Congress on gun violence
"We are facing a crisis that is killing more Americans than war," Adams testified. "I am here today to ask every one of you, and everyone in this Congress, to stand with all of us and end gun violence."
House votes to set minimum age of 21 for buying semi-automatic weapons in response to recent mass shootings
The legislation has almost no chance of becoming law as the Senate pursues negotiations focused on improving mental health programs, bolstering school security and enhancing background checks.
Matthew McConaughey calls for 'gun responsibility,' new laws following Uvalde school shooting
An 18-year-old shot and killed 19 children and two teachers at a Uvalde elementary school on May 24.
Company halts plans for Taser-armed drone to fight school shootings
Axon's CEO said the drone plans were to discuss a possible solution after the deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Nine board members resigned Monday over the proposed project.
Parkland school shooter's defense attorneys try to withdraw from case
The public defenders representing Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz tried to withdraw from his death penalty trial, only to have the judge refuse their motion. They also tried – and failed – to delay the trial due to the Uvalde, Texas shooting, arguing that the recent massacre makes it impossible for Cruz to get a fair trial.