Author: Gunner Quinn
In a recent class project, students from Maury High School address the escalating issue of gun violence in Virginia, where 1,316 individuals lost their lives to firearm-related injuries in 2022, including 556 homicides. These students emphasize that gun violence is becoming an everyday occurrence and argue for increased community awareness and action instead of focusing financial resources on housing developments. Among the letters, students also raise concerns about the impacts of technology in education, emphasizing the need for life skills education, and the complications surrounding the cellphone policy in schools. Each letter reflects a unique perspective on pressing social issues,…
Authorities have confirmed the identity of the fourth victim in a Minneapolis shooting, with LeRas Francis Rainey, 28, succumbing to injuries sustained just days earlier. Rainey was one of four victims shot in an incident near 25th Street East and Bloomington Avenue, all of whom were identified as Native American, highlighting the troubling wave of violence in the area. With three others losing their lives—ages ranging from 17 to 27—and a fifth victim surviving with serious injuries, police allege that James Duane Ortley, 34, executed the shooting while in a vehicle with the victims. The shocking details have drawn attention…
Twelve oak trees are newly planted in Roanoke parks to honor victims of gun violence, with a special dedication to Thomas Hairston, who was shot earlier this year. Juanettia Hairston, Thomas’s bonus mother, expressed that the tree symbolizes a lasting memory, creating a space of healing and remembrance for families who have suffered such losses. The initiative, called “Planting Peace,” aims to provide both a tribute to the deceased and a message of hope in reducing violence. Catherine Koebel, a commissioner with the Gun Violence Prevention Commission, highlights that these trees, expected to live for 150 years, serve as a…
A 28-year-old man from Worcester, Ronnie Suriel, is arrested on multiple firearms charges during an operation by the Worcester Police Department’s Crime Gun Intelligence Unit and federal agents. The incident unfolded on Thursday evening when officers, acting on probable cause, detained Suriel while he was walking on Lawnfair Street, revealing that he carried a firearm in a satchel without a license. Suriel faces serious legal repercussions, including two counts of carrying a firearm without a license, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, and possession of ammunition without a Firearms Identification Card. This case highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement…
Gun training courses are witnessing unprecedented enrollment as many Americans seek to acquire self-defense skills amid rising crime rates and uncertainty in society. In some areas, over 40% of households already own a firearm, yet experts stress the importance of proper training, emphasizing that owning a gun doesn’t equate to knowing how to use it effectively. As participants engage in rigorous training scenarios, including simulations that mimic real-life confrontations, the trend signals a shift in societal attitudes toward firearms. With more than 10% of students identifying as women, instructors note a growing interest in self-defense among diverse demographics, reflecting a…
A three-year-old girl is in “critical but stable” condition after accidentally shooting herself with a handgun found in her parent’s vehicle. The incident occurred in Kalamazoo on Saturday night while the girl was alone with her sibling in a parked car, where the firearm was stored in the center console. Authorities from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety emphasize the importance of securely storing firearms, especially in homes or vehicles with minors present. The case is currently under active investigation, highlighting the need for compliance with Michigan’s Safe Storage Law to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Read full story…
No injuries are reported after a gun was drawn during a confrontation between two male customers at the Salem Road Walmart in Covington, Georgia, on May 4. The incident occurred around 8:50 a.m. and is considered an isolated altercation, but authorities from the Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the event. This incident marks the second major security concern at the Salem Road Walmart in just two months, following a fatal shooting in April that left multiple people injured and raised serious questions about safety in the store. Both individuals involved in the latest incident…
A 33-year-old woman is hospitalized in fair condition after being shot in her vehicle following a physical altercation in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago. The incident occurred around 11:40 p.m. Saturday night near the 3800 block of West Chicago Avenue, where the woman’s conflict with a man escalated to gunfire. Police report that the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and managed to transport herself to Mount Sinai Hospital for treatment. Authorities have not made any arrests, and investigations are ongoing to identify the shooter and establish the circumstances surrounding the altercation. Read full story at www.chicagotribune.com Read the full…
The U.S. Department of Justice has abruptly terminated a $3 million grant awarded to Dr. Michael McGee’s nonprofit, Project Outreach Prevention, which delivers vital violence prevention programs in schools across Gary, Hammond, East Chicago, and Merrillville. The decision comes just days before the organization was set to launch initiatives for National Youth Violence Prevention Week, leaving McGee and his team scrambling for alternative funding to continue their critical work with at-risk youth. The grant funded programs that taught students essential skills such as conflict resolution and healthy decision-making, benefiting over 60 at-risk students weekly. McGee argues that the DOJ’s claims…
The FBI has successfully seized a rare 1868 Model trapdoor carbine, one of only four manufactured at the historic Springfield Armory, after determining it was stolen property. The rifle, which disappeared during a 1985 inventory, surfaced in 2021 when it was sold to a collector for $5,000, and the FBI has since traced its complex history involving previous stolen reports and alterations to its serial number. This model of carbine was intended for the U.S. Cavalry in the years following the Civil War, making its recovery a notable event for military historians. The firearm’s journey includes failed recovery attempts in…