Authorities in Anderson County, South Carolina, are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on June 21 during a Juneteenth celebration along Scarborough Road, about 36 miles southwest of Greenville. What began as a peaceful community gathering devolved into chaos when an argument in a parking lot escalated into gunfire, according to the Anderson County Sheriff’s … Read more
A troubling rise in gun-related violence over the weekend has deeply impacted those striving to make Kansas City a safer place. One of those voices is Michelle “Shelly” Norris, co-founder of Corey’s Network, a nonprofit supporting families of homicide victims. She’s all too familiar with the emotional toll of senseless killings. “This is not a … Read more
On May 22, 2025, Bryan J. Alicea-Torres, 28, of Kansas City, Missouri, was charged following an incident where he allegedly fired a gun at a neighbor who confronted him about speeding through their community. The confrontation escalated near the Lakeview Terrace Community Center, leading to charges of unlawful use of a weapon and assault. Incident … Read more
In recent weeks, Wichita, Kansas, has been shaken by a disturbing series of shootings involving children. The latest incident, in which a young girl was critically injured, marks the third child to be shot in a matter of weeks. This tragic pattern has sparked renewed calls for responsible gun ownership, with many local leaders, businesses, … Read more
In December 2024, a serious incident unfolded at Shawnee Mission South High School in Overland Park, Kansas, when a student brought a firearm onto school premises. The subsequent legal proceedings have now concluded, resulting in a significant sentence for the involved teen. Incident Details On December 9, 2024, Shawnee Mission South High School was placed … Read more