Gun Violence News Monitoring

'Stand On Peace Walk' promotes unity and nonviolence for National Youth Violence Prevention Week

INDIANAPOLIS — Hundreds of Hoosiers gathered for the Stand On Peace Walk Friday afternoon to raise awareness for National Youth Violence Prevention Week. The rain didn’t stop folks from marching around Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park. WRTV The Peace Walk …

Without DOJ Funding, Community Violence Intervention Programs Face Uncertainty

Image credit: Kaboompics.com on pexels, Jon Tyson on unsplash On April 23, The Washington Post reported that the Department of Justice (DOJ) had canceled hundreds of grants to community organizations. As the article noted, many of the canceled grants were …

Long Beach to provide free gun storage safes

The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department), in collaboration with Parks, Recreation and Marine, will distribute 200 gun safes to the public at six park locations across Long Beach and one Health Department location …

Killings: Ex-sport minister, others want gun approval for citizens

Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, political activist, Omoyele Sowore, and other agitators under the Coalition of Nigerian Patriots have demanded that Nigerians should be allowed to acquire firearms to defend themselves against attack. …

Jacksonville man to serve 70 months in prison for assault in domestic violence incident

Published 1:27 pm Friday, April 25, 2025 By Rogue Valley Times staff Prosecutors utilize Measure 11 for no chance of reduced prison sentence for 34-year-old James Cecil A Jacksonville man has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison on one count of …

Organizer of 'Guns Down, Gloves Up' event in Jefferson County responds after Friday night fight

A fight broke out during a nonviolence event on April 18, leading to a massive brawl. BEAUMONT, Texas — A community event aimed at promoting nonviolence turned chaotic when a fight broke out on April 18, leading to a massive brawl near the end of the …

Justice Dept. revoking millions for Mass. violence intervention nonprofits

Organizations in Massachusetts say they've lost millions of dollars in funding after the U.S. Department of Justice notified grant recipients nationwide it was cutting support. Chelsea's ROCA, an organization that offers violence intervention and …

Third Ward residents voice concerns over recent gun violence, meet with Houston police to discuss safety

At a community meeting Friday, Third Ward residents demanded action from police after a wave of deadly shootings in the area. HOUSTON — At a community meeting Friday, residents of Houston’s Third Ward met with police to demand answers after a string of …

Youth Violence Prevention Week: how to recognize warning signs

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - National Youth Violence Prevention Week will be taking place from April 28-May 2 this year. National Youth Violence Prevention Week is a week dedicated to raising awareness and promoting strategies for preventing youth violence. …

Constable convicted for leaving gun in Lebanon County bathroom; DA responds

LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A local constable has been convicted of reckless endangerment after leaving his firearm in a judge's public lobby restroom. READ MORE | Lebanon County Constable left loaded Glock in bathroom of judge's office; court …

Gainesville leaders address gun violence, event safety after Easter shooting; ‘Absolutely a tragedy’

Counter-terrorism police examine Facebook ‘massacre’ posts after Leeds attack

Facebook posts appearing to contain plans for a “massacre” are being examined by counter-terrorism police investigating an attack in which two women were seriously injured in Leeds. A man, 38, who suffered a “self-inflicted injury” was arrested and two …

Berrien County awarded grant for safe gun storage

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. (WNDU) - There’s a new effort underway by the Berrien County Prosecutor’s Office to get guns off the street, and now the county is getting some help from the state. To prevent youth violence and suicide, the prosecutor’s office …

With domestic violence law, victims ‘will be a number with a purpose,’ mother says

Joslin Napier. Carlos Collins. Bailey Mae Reed.  They are among Mississippi domestic violence homicide victims whose family members carried their photos as the governor signed a bill that will establish a board to study such deaths and how to prevent them …

Gang violence escalates as two more suspects charged in Wynberg court murder

The two suspects added to the charges for a murder in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court building appeared in the dock on Friday.  Brian Booysen, 34, from Vrygrond, and Wanay Farao, 22, from Belhar, were arrested on Thursday for the murder that took place on …

What This Grieving Mother Wants Every Parent to Know About Gun Safety

Photo courtesy of Julvonnia McDowell Death at the hands of gun violence has become a devastating reality for many. According to Johns Hopkins, injuries from guns were the leading cause of death for children and teens ages one to 17 in the U.S. for three …

WARMINGTON: Man fatally shot by cops for pointing a gun had done this before

Breadcrumb Trail Links Crime Toronto & GTA Thirty-year-old Daniel Dolan had a long criminal record of violence, three guns prohibitions and other issues Get the latest from Joe Warmington straight to your inbox Sign Up An undated image of Daniel Dolan, …

Hear from mothers who lost sons to gun violence at 3rd violence intervention summit

ANN ARBOR TOWNSHIP, MI — Theresa Davis hasn’t said much about how her son was killed in 2021. This Monday, that changes. “It’s been years, but it feels like yesterday,” Davis said. Davis will be joining three other mothers who have lost children to gun …

Member of gang that murdered nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbell made £500,000 from his terrifying life of criminal ...

A notorious Merseyside gangster has been ordered to repay just one pound of the £500,000 fortune he amassed from his criminal deeds. Paul 'Woody' Woodford, a member of the gang that gunned down nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel in 2022, was …

Raising the Roof: Lauren Swain Joins Elite Roofing & Gutters to Drive Commercial Projects

PEARL, MS, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Elite Roofing and Gutters is proud to announce that Lauren Swain has joined the company's growing team of expert professionals. With years of experience in the roofing industry, …

U.S. Amputee Soccer Names 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Roster, Launches Fundraiser for Mexico

STONY BROOK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Amputee Soccer Association is proud to announce the official roster of players who will represent the United States in the 2026 Amputee Soccer World Cup Qualifiers, …

IFC EDGE celebrates 10 million square meter milestone for green-certified floorspace in Africa

SOUTH AFRICA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Energy Savings: More than 382,000 Megawatt hours (MWh) per year, over 200,000 MWh of which were contributed by South Africa • Water Savings: More than 9.4 million cubic meters (m3) per year, …

From Devastation to Determination: Global Travel Auction Offers Dream Trips to Save the Oceans

Sea Save Foundation rises from fire loss to launch a global SCUBA travel auction. Bid on dream trips and help fund urgent ocean conservation worldwide. MALIBU, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When fires swept through the …

Business Consultancy Challenges ‘Broken Franchising Landscape’ in the Philippines & Asia

Founding the consultancy group Art-of-Franchising, Aaron Yeo & team shine a light on how so many franchising consultants dramatically disadvantage their clients SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — In founding the …

'L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41' Audiobook Becomes Instant Bestseller

The “L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41” audiobook, featuring the best new SF&F writers of the year became instant bestseller upon release. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “L. Ron …

DevLand Launches Innovative AI EdTech Platform to Revolutionize Education

Play different LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DevLand, acclaimed as a "bold new EdTech startup," officially launched DevLand Arcade this month, revolutionizing the integration of gaming and education …

Significant Paper Published in JAMA on the Effect of Transcranial Pulsed Current Stimulation

SINGAPORE, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Singapore-based AscenZion Neuromodulation Co announced the publication of a significant paper on the ‘Effect of transcranial pulsed current stimulation on social functioning in children with autism’ …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

TOGETHER IN MEMORY, TOGETHER IN FREEDOM: VIETNAMESE PEOPLE COMMEMORATES

Black April 50: A legacy of sacrifice, a call to complete the journey for freedom and democracy in Vietnam. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the globe, Vietnamese diaspora communities are solemnly …

Dr Amber Hartman Scholz selected for Steering Committee of Multilateral Mechanism on Digital Sequence Information/UN CBD

BRAUNSCHWEIG, GERMANY, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Amber Hartman Scholz, Head of the Department of Science Policy and Internationalization at the Leibniz Institute DSMZ-German Culture Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures …

Coalition Urges Malaysia to Reject Bans, Criticizes WHO’s Stance on Tobacco Alternatives

CAPHRA urges Malaysian authorities to reject counterproductive bans on vaping and adopt risk-proportionate regulations KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates ( …

Vibha Guiding Lights: Celebrating Educators Transforming Foundational Learning in Durg

Honoring educators in Durg transforming Early Learning in partnership with Language & Learning Foundation and government leaders. CA, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Teachers are the architects of a brighter future, and …

APIKUR Calls for Redoubling of Efforts to Reach the Agreements Required to Resume Oil Exports via ITP

NY, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Association of the Petroleum Industry of Kurdistan Representatives of member companies from the Association of the Petroleum Industry of Kurdistan (APIKUR) and other International Oil …

The IFF 31st Academic Workshop Explores Future of Global Economy and BWIs April 22, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Finance Forum (IFF) hosted its 31st Academic Workshop to explore the future trajectory of the global economy and the evolving role of the Bretton Woods …

Trinasolar tops global perovskite solar cell patent ranking

XUHUI DISTRICT, SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trinasolar has topped the Global Perovskite Solar Cell Invention Patent Ranking published by IPRdaily, with 481 patent applications. Trinasolar also ranked second in both the …

Myanmar, one month on

On 28 March, a 7.7 earthquake hit along the Sagaing Fault in Myanmar, causing widespread destruction in the Sagaing and Mandalay regions. Around five million people have been affected, especially those in remote areas. The earthquake damaged roads and …

Refining Public Speaking Skills

Rawad, a Senior Protection Assistant at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, completed UNITAR’s Executive Diploma in Diplomatic Practice in 2024. Since its inception in 1965, UNITAR’s Core Diplomatic Training has remained at the forefront of …