Gun violence

After her son was shot in Lansing, Michigan, Sheri Pruitt began assisting grieving families by providing resources for bills and medication. She later worked with Village Lansing and the Lansing Empowerment Network to coordinate a critical response program addressing neighborhood violence. These community efforts have resulted in record declines in shootings across the city, though activists note that current success faces funding instability.

A Jefferson County man admitted to raping young boys in Albany County. Separately, the Berkshire County DA's Office established a taskforce focused on combating gun violence. These issues are among the five key topics presented by the Lia Auto Group.

The Hope After the Gunfire Foundation will host its inaugural Hope & Hygiene Community Day. This event is scheduled for this Saturday in Portsmouth from 4 to 7 p.m. The day aims to provide support to children and families affected by gun violence.

A local basketball court in Brooklyn is being dedicated to honor a man who died due to gun violence. Kenneth Casilla’s family is working to ensure his legacy lives on at Wyckoff Gardens, where he grew up.

Steve Ganaway, a North Nashville funeral director, grew up cutting grass at the funeral home he now owns. Inspired by past compassion shown to his mother during his father's funeral, he provides financial assistance to families in need, including a brain cancer patient and a great-great-grandmother affected by gun violence.

An armed teen pointed a gun at the heads of several shoppers in a busy Maryland mall before opening fire, as captured in a video. The incident occurred in a commercial area, resulting in a harrowing confrontation.

The Trace and Block Club Chicago are hiring a full-time Staff Writer to cover gun violence, public safety, and justice in Chicago. The role involves producing 28-32 stories annually, collaborating with Block Club's newsroom, and focusing on accountability reporting, community engagement, and data-driven analysis.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to reduce gun violence by leveraging the city's purchasing power to vet firearm and ammunition vendors.

A Texas man was arrested for making threats of gun violence at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park on Monday evening.

Krystal Gonzalez, mother of Aaliyah, organized 'Aaliyah Day' in Glen Burnie to honor her daughter, who was killed in a 2020 mass shooting at a Brooklyn Day block party in Baltimore. The event highlighted systemic failures in housing and law enforcement, as lawsuits allege negligence by the Baltimore City Housing Authority. Gonzalez has become an advocate for change, focusing on addressing gun violence and policy missteps.

Seattle Police are searching for a second shooter following a deadly attack at the Bite of Seattle festival. The mayor stated this incident is the third major gun violence occurrence in the city within a few days.

A 45-year-old man was charged with murder after a 12-year-old boy was killed by a stray bullet during gunfire near a Bronx bodega. Surveillance video captured the incident, which also injured two other men, with authorities calling the act 'senseless gun violence.'

A study found that neighborhoods with long-vacant school buildings from Chicago's 2013 mass school closures saw a 10% increase in gun violence compared to similar areas. Former schools, including Matthew Henson Elementary in North Lawndale, remain abandoned despite city plans to repurpose them, with most closures affecting majority-Black communities.

Minneapolis city leaders, including Public Safety Chair Jason Chavez, are discussing new strategies to address recent shootings, including cross-jurisdictional coordination, deploying violence disruptors, and high-tech prevention methods. Immediate actions like safety walks and partnerships with neighborhood groups are also being explored.

A mass shooting occurred near a pizza restaurant in downtown Tucson, resulting in 10 people being shot, including the suspect. A woman noticed a gunman and alerted her family, enabling them to escape unharmed before shots were fired.

A mass shooting in downtown Tucson injured 10 people, including a suspect, after a confrontation between two groups outside a pizza restaurant. A woman, Anais Camacho, spotted a gunman and alerted her family, enabling them to escape unharmed. Police shot and arrested the suspect, while nine victims sustained non-fatal gunshot wounds.

A shooting in Asheville, North Carolina, early Sunday morning left two people dead and seven injured. Police responded to reports of gunfire on Biltmore Avenue around 2:20 a.m., with officials suggesting the incident may be linked to prior gun violence. Witnesses indicated people were lingering near their vehicles after nearby establishments closed.

Rashad Rice, 52, was shot and killed on a Missouri bus on July 10 while en route to a doctor’s appointment. He was a bystander targeted in the back of the head during an incident involving another individual who also died, with 20-year-old Christopher Irving charged in the killings. Rice’s family described him as a conflict-avoidant father and emphasized the broader impact of gun violence in the region.

Rashad Rice, 52, was shot and killed on a Missouri bus while en route to a doctor’s appointment. He was a bystander in a shooting that also killed a 24-year-old man, with the accused, 20-year-old Christopher Irving, in custody. The community held a candlelight vigil, and family members highlighted Rice’s peaceful nature.

Rashad Rice, 52, was shot and killed on a Missouri bus on July 10 while en route to a doctor’s appointment. Police identified him as a bystander shot in the back of the head during an incident involving two fatalities; 20-year-old Christopher Irving was arrested. Rice’s family described him as conflict-avoidant and raised funds for funeral costs and travel for his 16-year-old son in Africa.

A deadly shooting at Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival has raised calls for increased safety measures, despite police data indicating that shootings are at their lowest level in five years.

Families of Brianna and AJ, cousins killed in a July 5 shooting in Miramar, held a march and candlelight vigil in Pompano Beach to honor them and advocate against gun violence. The victims were shot while in a Lamborghini SUV when a white sedan opened fire, and their families expressed grief while urging the public to provide information to aid the investigation.

Family and community members marched for justice after Brianna Johnson (Dream Doll Bri) and her cousin Arthur Johnson (AJ) were shot and killed in Miramar. The crime was captured on camera, but no answers have been provided. The march aimed to support youth affected by gun violence and seek accountability.

Over 4 million Americans have lost access to SNAP benefits since Congress passed President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law. Experts, including trauma surgeon Dr. Sharven Taghavi, link reduced food assistance to increased gun violence, citing studies showing SNAP expansion correlates with lower firearm injury rates.

A California graduate student left threats of bombings and knife and gun violence in campus bathrooms, causing fear on campus, according to prosecutors and authorities.

A California graduate student left threats of bombings and knife and gun violence in campus bathrooms, sparking fear, according to prosecutors. Authorities confirmed the threats caused concern on campus.

At least 21 people were shot in Chicago over the weekend, with three fatalities. A separate shooting near the United Center injured three individuals, according to police.

A New York City organization is mourning the death of Kinu A. Rochford, who became the latest victim of gun violence in the city at age 35.

Two Chicago teens who lost friends to gun violence are advocating for youth-led violence prevention initiatives instead of participating in teen takeovers.

Richmond's neighborhoods have become crime hotspots for gun violence, shoplifting, and firearms theft from motor vehicles, as reported by the Richmond Police Department.

At least 46 people were charged and 94 firearms were seized in Palm Beach County during the ATF’s two-month ‘Operation Hurricane’ targeting gun violence, drug trafficking, and violent crime. The multi-agency effort involved local and federal authorities, including the Department of Justice and Homeland Security Task Force.

The Seattle Times endorses Rep. Gerry Pollet for reelection to the 46th Legislative District in North Seattle. The endorsement highlights his focus on education, the environment, and gun violence during his service.

Teens in Fort Wayne, Indiana, highlighted widespread exposure to gun violence during a youth-led forum, revealing that most knew individuals killed by gunfire. The event, organized by Alive Community Outreach and Fort Wayne Community Schools, followed recent shootings and aims to address rising violence in Black neighborhoods, despite some declines in juvenile gunshot victims.

Harrowing 911 audio reveals witnesses' shocked calls for help after influencer DreamDoll Brii was shot dead in a lime green Lamborghini.

A Bronx mother discusses the emotional impact of losing her only son to gun violence in an episode of 'Victims' Voices' hosted by Nicole Johnson. The interview highlights personal grief and the broader issue of gun-related tragedies.

Three people were killed and four others injured during two separate Fourth of July celebrations in Compton. The first incident occurred at a party in the 700 block of West Laurel Street near South Wilmington Avenue around 11:20 p.m., where a man and a woman were shot.

Johnson is responding to the retirement of the Chicago Police Department (CPD) superintendent amid a rise in gun violence. He is urging Chicagoans to check in on one another ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

Philadelphia's first youth restorative justice cohort, comprising over 30 participants aged 14-20, completed a year-long training program aimed at violence prevention. The initiative, led by Victim/Witness Services of South Philadelphia and partner organizations, focuses on community-based conflict resolution for young people and families from immigrant and limited-English backgrounds. Rising youth gun violence and pandemic-related assaults prompted the program's development, emphasizing accountability and healing over criminalization.

Oakland community leaders launched a new violence prevention initiative aimed at reducing gun violence by addressing conflicts before they escalate.

The Seattle City Council passed a bill allowing street closures to address gun violence and sex trafficking. The measure responds to frustration from residents and businesses along Aurora Avenue.