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Published
June 7, 2023

Gunman who shot 7 after high school graduation targeted graduate, Virginia police say

Police say the 18-year-old suspect had a long-running dispute with another 18-year-old, who had just received his diploma and who was shot dead along with his father.
Published
June 6, 2023

Two dead in shooting after high school graduation ceremony in Virginia capital

A 19-year-old suspect was taken into custody and Richmond police say they do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the community.
Published
June 5, 2023

Florida mother shot dead in neighborhood dispute over children playing

The sheriff says detectives must investigate possible self-defense claims before they can move forward with any criminal charges.
Published
June 2, 2023

Commentary: Background checks are the backbone of gun violence prevention

Nothing will bring back our spirited, loving daughter Darien Richardson, but we know we can prevent more tragedies.
Published
June 1, 2023

Massachusetts assault weapons ban targeted in federal suit

The National Association for Gun Rights looks to overturn the 1998 ban, which became a permanent law in 2004.

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Published
June 1, 2023

Church lets its light shine for peace and diversity

This weekend, UUCB will be lit up orange in recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Day; next weekend, it will be illuminated in rainbow colors to coincide with the Brunswick Pride Festival.
Published
May 31, 2023

‘I expected to die’: Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial opens with grief, tears

The harrowing audio was among the first pieces of evidence introduced Tuesday in the federal trial against Robert Bowers, the man accused of killing 11 worshippers at the Tree of Life synagogue.
Published
May 24, 2023

Our View: Fudging on assault weapons ban is what’s appalling

Of the four members of Maine’s congressional delegation, only Rep. Chellie Pingree supports a ban on guns capable of inflicting unthinkable damage on our communities. Her counterparts aren’t prepared to say much about why they don’t.
Published
May 14, 2023

Our View: The wrong compromise on guns will invite more violence

With background checks, waiting periods and prohibition of sale or transfer of guns where necessary, the Maine Legislature has an opportunity to get it right. Will it?
Published
May 13, 2023

Activists rally in Monument Square to demand a ban on assault rifles

More than 80 people at the demonstration, organized by the Maine chapter of Moms Demand Action, call for legislative action to institute gun-control measures.