Claire Gunnison, a Philadelphia Navy veteran, is leading the nonprofit Action Tank to address critical issues such as food insecurity and gun violence in the city. Having served a decade as an F-18 weapons systems operator, Gunnison leverages her military teamwork and leadership skills to implement impactful community programs within her organization, which includes fellow veterans dedicated to improving lives in Philadelphia. Since its founding, Action Tank has made significant strides, including initiatives to combat the opioid epidemic and recently addressing period poverty through collaborations with local nonprofits. Gunnison, who holds a master’s in public health, emphasizes the importance of…

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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An 18-year-old man, Tyler White, is arrested in the Bronx after officers find a loaded gun while stopping him for riding his bike on the sidewalk. The incident, captured on police bodycam, took place in Westchester Square early on October 23, and police claimed the stop was part of an auto larceny operation. As officers approached, they ordered White to remove his hands from his pockets, leading to a foot chase before the discovery of the weapon. Under New York City law, riding a bicycle on the sidewalk is illegal and can lead to legal consequences. After his arrest, White…

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A Nashville mother, Karen Groves, faces unimaginable loss after her son Jackalius, 26, is killed in a shooting while visiting his pregnant girlfriend. The tragic incident occurred at a local apartment complex just after 3 a.m. on November 2, adding to an already devastating family history, as Jackalius was the second son Groves has lost to gun violence in just three years. Jackalius, an aspiring rapper, channeled his grief from the earlier loss of his younger brother Kalem through music. His family describes him as vibrant and full of promise, preparing for fatherhood and a new job. With no arrests…

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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…