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Column | Just another day at school

The normalization of school shootings in the U.S. has led to widespread emotional trauma among students and parents.

Three people dead in school shooting in US state of Wisconsin

The US experienced 322 school shootings in 2024, marking a concerning trend in gun violence affecting children and communities.

How Should We Support School Shooting Survivors?

More than 300 school shootings have occurred in 2023, surpassing last year's record high.
Students are living in fear and are constantly on alert for the possibility of a shooting in their schools.

Students Deserve Better Than Active-Shooter Drills

The alarming normalization of school shooting drills reflects the ongoing crisis of violence in educational environments.

LETTER: Safe gun storage key to prevent school shootings

Gun violence in the U.S. is a significant crisis impacting children's well-being and is preventable with appropriate measures.

"I Notice All Emergency Exits": We're An American And A Brit. Here's How We Grew Up In Relation To Guns

School shootings deeply affect American culture and perception of safety, contrasting with lesser experiences of gun violence in other countries.

Column | Just another day at school

The normalization of school shootings in the U.S. has led to widespread emotional trauma among students and parents.

Three people dead in school shooting in US state of Wisconsin

The US experienced 322 school shootings in 2024, marking a concerning trend in gun violence affecting children and communities.

How Should We Support School Shooting Survivors?

More than 300 school shootings have occurred in 2023, surpassing last year's record high.
Students are living in fear and are constantly on alert for the possibility of a shooting in their schools.

Students Deserve Better Than Active-Shooter Drills

The alarming normalization of school shooting drills reflects the ongoing crisis of violence in educational environments.

LETTER: Safe gun storage key to prevent school shootings

Gun violence in the U.S. is a significant crisis impacting children's well-being and is preventable with appropriate measures.

"I Notice All Emergency Exits": We're An American And A Brit. Here's How We Grew Up In Relation To Guns

School shootings deeply affect American culture and perception of safety, contrasting with lesser experiences of gun violence in other countries.
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Can Anonymous Reporting Systems Prevent School Violence?

The sharp rise in school shootings in 2024 highlights an urgent need for effective preventive measures.

Letters: Relentless march

Ocean's force cannot be restrained by seawalls, making shore construction futile.
Higher education affordability is crucial for accessibility, especially for working-class families.
Media should avoid glorifying school shooters to focus on victims' suffering.
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Walz says his teenage son witnessed a shooting, drawing sympathy from Vance

The debate highlighted differing perspectives on gun violence solutions, with Walz focusing on gun control and Vance on school security.

No, Tim Walz Is Not Friends with School Shooters

Trump condemns Tim Walz for allegedly claiming friendships with school shooters, questioning his qualifications for political office.
The narrative quickly spread among right-wing commentators and pundits, amplifying the controversy.

Burglary reported at Seafood Restaurant in Brooklyn

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz awkwardly admits to befriending school shooters, reflecting a controversial shift in his stance on gun control.

Walz says his teenage son witnessed a shooting, drawing sympathy from Vance

The debate highlighted differing perspectives on gun violence solutions, with Walz focusing on gun control and Vance on school security.

No, Tim Walz Is Not Friends with School Shooters

Trump condemns Tim Walz for allegedly claiming friendships with school shooters, questioning his qualifications for political office.
The narrative quickly spread among right-wing commentators and pundits, amplifying the controversy.

Burglary reported at Seafood Restaurant in Brooklyn

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz awkwardly admits to befriending school shooters, reflecting a controversial shift in his stance on gun control.
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The Trump and Harris Campaigns Race to React to Walz's Friends With School Shooters' Gaffe

Trump's criticism of Tim Walz's debate remark highlights its controversial nature and potential impact on the election.
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Opinion | Why Charging Parents in School Shootings Protects Gun Culture

States should focus on gun storage and access laws instead of criminalizing parents after school shootings.

Candidates spar over responses to Georgia high school shooting

America's ideological division on gun control is evident in the presidential campaign, sparked by comments from GOP VP nominee JD Vance.

In Florida, One Sheriff Hopes Public Shaming Will Deter School Threats

The rise in school shootings and threats highlight a pressing issue in national school safety.

Here's what JD Vance said about school shootings being a 'fact of life,' in context - Poynter

Vance's characterization of school shootings as 'a fact of life' sparked significant criticism and calls for reevaluating attitudes towards gun violence in schools.

Harris tales aim at JD Vance for saying school shootings are "a fact of life"

Vance advocates for increased school security in response to school shootings, acknowledging the grim reality of violence targeting children.

Opinion | Why Charging Parents in School Shootings Protects Gun Culture

States should focus on gun storage and access laws instead of criminalizing parents after school shootings.

Candidates spar over responses to Georgia high school shooting

America's ideological division on gun control is evident in the presidential campaign, sparked by comments from GOP VP nominee JD Vance.

In Florida, One Sheriff Hopes Public Shaming Will Deter School Threats

The rise in school shootings and threats highlight a pressing issue in national school safety.

Here's what JD Vance said about school shootings being a 'fact of life,' in context - Poynter

Vance's characterization of school shootings as 'a fact of life' sparked significant criticism and calls for reevaluating attitudes towards gun violence in schools.

Harris tales aim at JD Vance for saying school shootings are "a fact of life"

Vance advocates for increased school security in response to school shootings, acknowledging the grim reality of violence targeting children.
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Crisp: Banish cellphones from American schools? Maybe. Guns? Never

The recent school shooting in Georgia challenges the rationale for banning cellphones in classrooms, underscoring their potential as crucial tools in emergencies.

How a network of principals provides support for school shooting survivors

The Principal Recovery Network supports educators affected by school shootings, emphasizing the emotional trauma experienced long after such events.

Crisp: Banish cellphones from American schools? Maybe. Guns? Never

The recent school shooting in Georgia challenges the rationale for banning cellphones in classrooms, underscoring their potential as crucial tools in emergencies.

How a network of principals provides support for school shooting survivors

The Principal Recovery Network supports educators affected by school shootings, emphasizing the emotional trauma experienced long after such events.
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What research says about preventing school shootings

Schools need comprehensive safety measures rather than arming teachers or hardening schools; experts advocate for stricter gun laws and background checks.

Opinion | Blaming a Parent, Again, for Failed Gun Laws

Colin Gray is charged with involuntary manslaughter due to his son's school shooting, highlighting issues with Georgia's weak gun laws.

Marjorie Taylor Greene slammed by father of child killed in shooting after calling for "prayer" - LGBTQ Nation

Marjorie Taylor Greene's call for prayers after a school shooting drew criticism for perceived hypocrisy given her history with gun issues.

Harris Campaign Slams JD Vance For Siding' With Gun Lobby' After School Shooting

Kamala Harris advocates against the normalization of school shootings, asserting that proactive measures can protect children.

Parental liability questioned after father of Georgia shooter arrested

Growing accountability for parents in school shootings may lead to stricter legal repercussions for negligence regarding children's access to firearms.

Vance calls school shootings a fact of life' at Arizona rally

JD Vance emphasizes the necessity of bolstering school security in response to school shootings, describing them as a tragic reality we must face.

What research says about preventing school shootings

Schools need comprehensive safety measures rather than arming teachers or hardening schools; experts advocate for stricter gun laws and background checks.

Opinion | Blaming a Parent, Again, for Failed Gun Laws

Colin Gray is charged with involuntary manslaughter due to his son's school shooting, highlighting issues with Georgia's weak gun laws.

Marjorie Taylor Greene slammed by father of child killed in shooting after calling for "prayer" - LGBTQ Nation

Marjorie Taylor Greene's call for prayers after a school shooting drew criticism for perceived hypocrisy given her history with gun issues.

Harris Campaign Slams JD Vance For Siding' With Gun Lobby' After School Shooting

Kamala Harris advocates against the normalization of school shootings, asserting that proactive measures can protect children.

Parental liability questioned after father of Georgia shooter arrested

Growing accountability for parents in school shootings may lead to stricter legal repercussions for negligence regarding children's access to firearms.

Vance calls school shootings a fact of life' at Arizona rally

JD Vance emphasizes the necessity of bolstering school security in response to school shootings, describing them as a tragic reality we must face.
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Opinion: Prosecuting parents won't stop this country's school shootings

The jury's decision raises questions about parental responsibility for violent actions of their children.
Prosecutors express frustration with school shootings, but imprisoning parents may not effectively solve the issue.

School Shooters: Recognizing Extreme Overvalued Beliefs

Extreme overvalued beliefs (EOBs) drive school and mass shootings and are nurtured in online communities, making threat assessment vital.

What Teachers Think Might Prevent School Shootings

Over 50 shootings on school grounds have occurred this year, resulting in 16 deaths.
Teachers are concerned about school shootings, with many feeling their schools are ill-prepared and lacking armed guards.

'Lilith' Cuts to the Heart of the Gun Debate and School Shootings

Lilith by Eric Rickstad is a compelling and uncomfortable novel addressing gun culture and school shootings.
The novel delves into themes of endurance, misogyny, and the impact of violence on individuals, shedding light on complex societal issues.

'Lilith' cuts to the heart of the gun debate and school shootings

Lilith delves into the uncomfortable topic of school shootings and the impact on individuals
The novel portrays the aftermath of a school shooting, exploring trauma, resilience, and societal issues

Sheriff investigating 4 homicides after violent night in southeast L.A. County

Two men were shot and killed outside elementary schools in Cudahy and Bell during a violent night.
The schools affected by the shootings closed temporarily and students were rerouted to nearby schools for their safety.

Iowa promised $75 million for school safety. Two shootings later, the money is largely unspent

Iowa has allocated $75 million in federal pandemic relief funds to improve school building security.
The majority of the funds have not been spent yet due to bureaucratic delays, while contractors have received millions.

Most school shootings in U.S. aren't mass killings, study finds, and they're often driven by community violence

Most recent school shootings by teenagers are not mass casualty events and are often related to community violence.
The study found that the majority of school shootings involved handguns and were the result of interpersonal disputes.
It is important to differentiate between mass shootings and school shootings related to community violence in order to develop appropriate solutions.
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