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California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Oakland man charged with shooting at repo driver over 2015 Nissan Altima

An Oakland man was charged for shooting at a tow truck during a repossession event involving his Nissan Altima.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

At least five killed in courthouse attack in Iran's Sistan-Baluchestan

Gunmen attacked a courthouse in Zahedan, killing at least five civilians, including a mother and child, during the incident.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Notches Fewer Homicides, Shootings in First Half of 2025

Gun violence and homicides in Brooklyn saw significant declines in early 2025.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Brooklyn shooting near high school leaves two young men wounded: NYPD | amNewYork

Two young men were shot near a Brooklyn high school, resulting in injuries but both reported stable after being hospitalized.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Nigeria: Gunmen kill 14 returning from weekly market DW 07/26/2025

Unidentified gunmen killed 14 people, including women and children, in an ambush on a vehicle returning from a weekly market in Bokkos, Nigeria.
#law-enforcement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Suspect arrested in two East Bay freeway shootings

David Milburn, a 33-year-old man from Antioch, was arrested after being suspected of two freeway shootings. He is held on $1 million bail.
California
#bronx
fromQNS
4 days ago
NYC politics

Bronx man found guilty of shooting at off-duty NYPD detective during road rage incident on Long Island Expressway: DA - QNS

fromQNS
4 days ago
NYC politics

Bronx man found guilty of shooting at off-duty NYPD detective during road rage incident on Long Island Expressway: DA - QNS

fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Long Island police rip Gov. Hochul for bragging about decrease in crime - hours before cop is shot in face

Gun violence continues despite claims of progress, highlighted by an officer being shot shortly after the governor's comments on crime reduction.
#crime
#murder-suicide
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
Miscellaneous

'Everyone is in shock' - Clare community devastated as mother and two children killed in suspected Fermanagh triple murder are named

fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
Miscellaneous

'Everyone is in shock' - Clare community devastated as mother and two children killed in suspected Fermanagh triple murder are named

fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Mother and two teenage children killed in Northern Ireland shooting named by police

A mother and her two children, Vanessa Whyte, 45, her daughter Sara Rutledge, 13, and son James Rutledge, 14, were killed in Maguiresbridge.
UK news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Police say waiting shooter ambushed 2 Ohio officers parked for lunch and seriously injured a third

An armed man lying in wait shot and wounded two Ohio police officers as they parked their vehicles to eat lunch. A responding officer was also shot.
US news
NYC politics
fromReason.com
1 week ago

Tom Homan's plan to 'flood the zone' in sanctuary cities will lead to more due process violations

Sanctuary city policies are blamed for contributing to violence against law enforcement officers, prompting federal scrutiny.
#murder
#harlem-shooting
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Harlem shooting: Gunman still sought for daytime violence that left man dead, woman wounded | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Harlem shooting: Gunman still sought for daytime violence that left man dead, woman wounded | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Noem, Homan vow ICE agent surge in NYC, slam Mayor Adams after off-duty Border Patrol shot in Manhattan park | amNewYork

Noem stated, "What we will do in a city like this is we will double down, we will put more agents here, we will put more personnel here. We will give them more equipment, more training."
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Hollywood club crash: What we know about the driver and man who shot him

Video from the scene showed Ramirez beaten bloody as police took him away. He was attacked by bystanders after plowing into a crowd, causing multiple injuries.
Los Angeles
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Ex-CHP officer kills wife in Southern California, drives to Stockton and shoots man before turning gun on himself, authorities say

Crystal Gonzalez, a 37-year-old woman, was found dead by police in a Garden Grove home, and her husband Miguel Lopez was identified as the suspect.
California
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

First amendment vs. first-person shooter: Uvalde parents battle with 'Call of Duty' maker in court

First Amendment protects the content of Call of Duty amidst a lawsuit from victim families of the Uvalde shooting.
fromKOMO
1 week ago

Off-duty border patrol officer shot in NYC park by illegal immigrant, police say

"The perpetrator - who entered the country illegally and at the time of the shooting had an outstanding bench warrant and was wanted for robbery, felony assault, kidnapping, and weapons possession across multiple states - should have never been on our streets."
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

More than three years after the killing of a 13-year-old Pasadena boy, murder charges have been filed

Iran Moreno, 13, was shot and killed in Pasadena while playing video games at home. Prosecutors identified the shooter and driver via enhanced surveillance footage.
Los Angeles
#manslaughter
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Uvalde school shooter was fueled by Instagram and 'Call of Duty,' L.A. lawsuit alleges

The Matas and three other families from Uvalde will travel more than 1,200 miles this week to confront the companies in L.A. County Superior Court, where they have filed claims for negligence, aiding and abetting and wrongful death.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Suspect in recent Oakland killing was shot by Vallejo cop in 2023, out on bail

A suspect charged with homicide was out on bail for a previous shooting incident when he allegedly killed Kalief Perez-Chambers.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

North Andover officer addresses her shooting in first statement

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a police officer, struggled with postpartum depression and was shot by a colleague during a personal crisis.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Silenced Voices: Who We Forget in Gun Violence Conversations

Gun violence prevention requires a comprehensive approach addressing education, early intervention, and community support.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Welfare check leads to discovery of dead man and woman after gunshots in Encino home

Police are investigating the deaths of a man and woman found dead from gunshot wounds in Encino. Officers responding to a welfare check found the pair inside the home.
Los Angeles
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

First on amNY: Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg touts dramatic fall in shootings and homicides | amNewYork

Shootings and homicides in Manhattan have significantly decreased in the first half of 2025.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Trump Is the Confederacy's Revenge

Deborah Cotton, known as "Big Red," was one of the victims of the largest mass shooting in New Orleans's history on Mother's Day 2013.
Social justice
#bronx-shooting
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

A Family Doctor's Search for Salvation

Dr. Greg Gulbransen utilizes documentary photography to address addiction and help those in need after the tragedy of losing his son.
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

UC Berkeley professor shot dead in Greece

A UC Berkeley professor was fatally shot in Greece while visiting his children amidst a custody battle.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Revere woman charged for allegedly attacking 4 strangers in Maverick Square

Amya Yarde Lydon faces multiple charges after attacking four strangers in Maverick Square, resulting in one person sustaining gunshot wounds.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Sources: Mother and Son Shot by Gel Pellets in Bed-Stuy

NYPD's Hate Crime Task Force is investigating a gel pellet shooting involving a woman and her son.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Ozzy Osbourne Performs His Final Black Sabbath Show-Months After Quitting 'Ridiculous' U.S. To Return to U.K. for Good

Ozzy Osbourne has relocated to England permanently after leaving the U.S. due to frustrations and safety concerns.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

15-Year-Old Antioch Teen Shot and Killed at July 4 Block Party In SF's Bayview

Tyrell Washington, a 15-year-old, was tragically murdered in San Francisco, leaving family and friends mourning his loss.
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Normandale Survivors Asked Police For An Explanation. What Portland Got Was a Partial Apology and More Excuses.

The Normandale Park shooting, fueled by anger towards a protest, resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries, including Deg's paralysis.
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
3 weeks ago

Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman, shot 9 times by a man posing as an officer, leaves the hospital

Minnesota state Senator John Hoffman is recovering after being shot nine times by a gunman who impersonated a police officer.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

WATCH: Wild Philadelphia Shootout That Left 3 Dead Caught on Doorbell Camera

Wild footage captured a shootout in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood, resulting in three deaths and ten injuries. Gunfire erupted among a large gathering before 1 a.m. ET.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US hit with mass shootings and fatal accidents on Fourth of July holiday

On July 4th, the US experienced multiple shootings, including a tragic event in Indianapolis that resulted in at least two deaths and five injuries, leading to widespread frustration from local law enforcement.
US politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Toronto police report fewer youth gun arrests, but worry gang recruitment online rising | CBC News

"Insp. Paul Krawczyk expressed concern over last year's firearms arrest spike, indicating it may not be a one-off increase, recognizing the ongoing challenges with youth and gun violence."
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

3 men given automatic life sentences for shooting that killed 12-year-old Toronto boy | CBC News

"The actions of the three accused were carefully orchestrated. Particularly disturbing is the video footage from after the shooting. All three returned to a downtown condo and are captured on video in the elevator, acting as if nothing out of the ordinary occurred only an hour earlier."
Canada news
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn ends first half of 2025 with steep decline in homicides and historic drops in shootings

These historic declines in shootings and homicides mean something profound: lives have been saved, families have been spared unimaginable grief, and more Brooklyn residents are walking our streets with a sense of safety.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn DA indicts 9 young people in shootings, suggests revisiting 'Raise the Age' law

Brooklyn DA Gonzalez supports reviewing the Raise the Age Law to hold young individuals accountable for gun violence, highlighting escalating violence.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Eight investigations halfway through year

The Berkeley Police Department has investigated eight shootings by the halfway point of 2025, with one suspect hospitalized and several incidents resulting in no reported injuries.
Berlin
#chicago
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Police search for gunman after woman seriously injured in Dudley shooting

Two shots were fired at a property on Priory Road in Dudley, resulting in a serious injury to a woman, who is currently hospitalized.
UK news
fromConsequence
3 weeks ago

4 Killed, 14 Wounded at Chicago Record Release Show

At least four people were killed and 14 others wounded in a drive-by mass shooting outside a record release show for rapper Mello Buckzz in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
Chicago
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Wu responds to accusations of 'betrayal' from mother of slain teen

"The murder of my son has left a wound that may never heal. But the denial of this memorial adds new pain. Our city talks about equity, justice, and healing-but when it matters most, those words vanish."
Canada news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Hearing Erupts Over Brutal Crack About Abortion And Guns: You've Gone Over the Cliff!'

Maxwell Frost's comments conflated pro-life stances with gun violence during a heated congressional hearing, provoking strong reactions from Republicans.
#murder-investigation
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 weeks ago

Man Found Shot To Death In Queens, No Arrests Made Yet

Mujibullah Ghulamhazrat, a 32-year-old man, was found shot to death inside a Buick parked on a Queens street, with a gunshot wound to the head.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Crime is down' in historic fashion, Mayor Adams and NYPD say in summing up the first six months of 2025 | amNewYork

Crime rates in New York City are reported to be down overall, with significant declines in shootings and major incidents.
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

'Like it happened yesterday': Family of woman shot dead on I-95 wants answers

Sheila Nuñez has not slept in for the last five years, her dead daughter's voice routinely wakes her in the pre-dawn hours, pleading for justice.
Miami
#lgbtq-rights
fromThem
4 weeks ago
LGBT

NYPD Believes the Stonewall Shooting During Pride Was Initiated By Teens Fighting. Here's Everything We Know

Shooting near Stonewall Inn during Pride celebrations raises concerns over gun violence.
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

16-year-old girl in critical condition after shooting outside Stonewall Inn

Two teenage girls were shot near the Stonewall Inn, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence in LGBTQ+ communities.
fromThem
4 weeks ago
LGBT

NYPD Believes the Stonewall Shooting During Pride Was Initiated By Teens Fighting. Here's Everything We Know

Social justice
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

'Wherever they're at, I'm there': One woman's work to support kids impacted by gun violence

Grisby, a survivor of gun violence and homelessness, now supports youth in Oakland facing similar struggles.
Canada news
fromsilive
4 weeks ago

NYPD: Man, 26, shot on Staten Island early on Tuesday morning

A 26-year-old man was shot in New Brighton and hospitalized in stable condition.
#firefighters
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

Call the Idaho Shooting What It Was: Terrorism

A tragic shooting incident resulted in the death of two firefighters while responding to a brush fire.
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago
US news

Multiple firefighters shot responding to blaze in Idaho, authorities say

Firefighters in Idaho were ambushed by a gunman while responding to a fire, resulting in multiple injuries.
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Call the Idaho Shooting What It Was: Terrorism

A tragic shooting incident involving first responders occurred during a brush fire, highlighting serious public safety concerns regarding gun violence.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Stonewall shooting: Two teen girls shot near historic Village inn during Pride celebrations | amNewYork

Pride celebrations in Greenwich Village ended tragically with a shooting near Stonewall Inn, leaving one teen critically injured.
NYC LGBT
fromNBC News
4 weeks ago

2 teens shot near Stonewall Inn after NYC Pride march, police say

Two teenage girls were shot near the Stonewall Inn during NYC Pride celebrations, prompting an ongoing investigation by police.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 weeks ago

Brooklyn Shooting Near High School Leaves Two Young Men Wounded: NYPD

Two young men were injured in a shooting near a Brooklyn high school early Saturday morning.
NYC LGBT
fromABC News
4 weeks ago

Shooting outside of historic Stonewall Inn after NYC's Pride March: Mayor

A shooting occurred near the Stonewall Inn during a Pride parade in New York City, resulting in injuries and shock within the LGBTQ+ community.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Gunfight at the Oakland bingo hall: Chaos ensues after robbery attempt

A gunfight erupted at a bingo hall during a robbery attempt, resulting in one suspect shot and captured while the other fled.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Beloved dog joined Minnesota lawmaker, husband as they lay in state

Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were honored at the Minnesota Capitol, highlighting their tragic deaths and the honor extended to their dog, Gilbert.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Struggling in politics? Consider a war the media will help | Margaret Sullivan

Media sensationalism often overshadows important domestic issues, particularly in times of military conflict.
#political-violence
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

New Alameda County report finds racial, economic disparities in gun deaths

"So that stresses the importance of programs that works towards reducing poverty, and supporting food, housing and health care that remain essential to our entire community."
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

These graduates lost their friend to gun violence. Now they're making sure he's never forgotten | CBC News

A Toronto teen, Mohamed Doumbouya, was honored during a valedictorian speech after being tragically killed by gun violence.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

7 homicides so far this week in NYC, a sharp spike amid dangerous heat wave

Recent spike in homicides in New York City indicates ongoing violence despite overall decline in crime rates.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Teenager dies after shooting in Enfield as murder investigation launched

Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines expressed her sadness about the young man's death and assured the community that this appears to be an isolated incident.
London politics
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