State and local law enforcement in Minnesota initiate an independent review of their response to the June shootings of two Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) lawmakers at their homes. This initiative follows growing concerns over public safety and the adequacy of law enforcement actions during the violent incidents that shocked the community. As part of this investigation, officials aim to dissect the timing, effectiveness, and overall coordination of their response efforts. With increasing scrutiny on how government handles threats against elected officials, the outcome of this review could lead to significant changes in law enforcement protocols and higher accountability measures for protecting public…

A recent investigation questions the connection between school closures and rising gun violence in Philadelphia. Following the closure of over 30 schools between 2012 and 2014, community leaders argue that the disinvestment has destabilized neighborhoods, fostering an environment for increased violence. The closure of institutions like M. Hall Stanton Elementary, described as a community anchor, has left residents pondering the long-term impacts. Advocates, including Chantay Love of the EMIR Healing Center, assert that schools are essential for community cohesion, and their absence creates significant voids in neighborhood support systems. Read full story at mindsitenews.org Read the full article here

The PBS documentary “The Last 600 Meters: The Battles of Najaf and Fallujah” commemorates the intense urban warfare experienced by U.S. Marines and soldiers during the pivotal 2004 operations in Iraq. Through personal recollections of service members, the film captures the harrowing realities of combat as these troops engage in life-and-death battles within the confines of cities like Fallujah, known for its intense house-to-house fighting and the heavy toll on both U.S. forces and insurgents alike. One compelling moment comes from Master Sgt. Karl R. Erickson, a U.S. Army sniper, who emphasizes the stark reality faced by troops, stating, “Foreign…

A 17-year-old has been shot and killed in Rockledge, prompting an ongoing investigation by local police. Officers responded to reports of a gunshot victim at a residence on Ferndale Avenue over the weekend and transported the teen to Holmes Regional Medical Center, where they later succumbed to their injuries. Authorities have not released the name of the victim or the specifics of the shooting, but they believe the incident to be isolated. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward and help with the investigation, which has raised concerns in the community about safety and violence among youth. Read…

The Tyrone Fire Department invites the community to its annual Deer Hunters Breakfast, taking place on November 15th-17th and November 21st-22nd from 7:30 a.m. to noon. This beloved local event welcomes hunters, farmers, and neighbors to enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes, biscuits and gravy, and pancakes, all for just $10 for adults and $5 for children. In addition to the delicious meals, attendees can participate in a dessert auction on the evening of November 22nd at 6:30, along with a drawing for a free rural fire membership and a deer hunters gift basket. This event…

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Illinois legislation, House Bill 3320 and Senate Bill 2279, seeks to impose financial liability on firearm manufacturers in response to the alarming rise in mass shootings. With over five incidents reported since October alone, 2025 is on track to become one of the deadliest years for gun violence in the U.S. This proposed law would require manufacturers to contribute to a state fund based on the recovery rate of their firearms in violent incidents. The initiative aims to shift the financial responsibility for gun violence, historically borne by taxpayers, back to the corporations profiting from firearm sales. If passed, the…

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Remington Ammunition recently hosted its fourth annual Shoot to Cure sporting clays fundraiser. The event united the outdoor industry and local Arkansas businesses to support disease research and aid children in need. All proceeds went to benefit the Arkansas Children’s Hospital. This year’s event was a tremendous success, raising nearly $19,000. That brought the gathering’s four-year total to more than $50,000. Shotgun owners everywhere can also help families throughout the year with the purchase the company’s Gun Club Cure line of target shotshells. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this ammunition benefits children’s hospitals and disease research…

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