Commentary / World Jul 12, 2021
It’s not only guns; it’s also the U.S.' violent culture
by Cesar Chelala
Gun violence, however, should be seen in the wider context of a culture of violence, which is not just the result of gun ownership.
World / Crime & Legal Jun 25, 2021
One city 'ready to explode' as U.S. murder rates surge in pandemic
by Nathan Layne
With 34 homicides already this year, Rochester is on pace for a record-high 70 murders in 2021 — a per-capita rate that exceeds Chicago, one of America’s most violent large cities.
Summer Olympics / Shooting May 25, 2021
Japan's strict gun laws trigger problems for Olympic shooting
by Andrew McKirdy
National Rifle Association of Japan president Kiichiro Matsumaru said Japan's laws make it difficult for the nation to host international shooting events.
World Apr 9, 2021
Biden sets out first attempt at tackling U.S. gun violence 'epidemic'
With Congress unable to agree on broad new gun regulations, Biden has announced six executive measures that he said will help tamp down the crisis.
World / Politics | ANALYSIS Apr 4, 2021
Biden's White House trying to craft gun executive orders that can't be undone
by Trevor Hunnicutt
Among the measures being considered — and strongly encouraged by activists — is one directing the U.S. Justice Department to reinterpret existing law on untraceable "ghost guns."
World Mar 18, 2021
For Asian Americans, Atlanta shooting sows fresh fear after a year of mounting discrimination
by Rich Mckay and Gabriella Borter
After a year in which reports of hate crimes against Asian Americans have skyrocketed, the shootings sparked fresh outrage, fear and demands for a government response.
World / Crime & Legal Mar 17, 2021
A 21-year-old man has been taken into custody on suspicion of staging three attacks.
World / Politics Jan 30, 2021
U.S. House Democrat to move office after confrontation with Republican lawmaker
In the latest sign of rising tensions within the U.S. Congress, a Democratic congresswoman said Friday she plans to relocate her Capitol Hill office for safety reasons after being "berated" by an outspoken conservative Republican congresswoman. Democrat Cori Bush, an ordained pastor from Missouri, described ...
World / Crime & Legal Jan 17, 2021
Man arrested near U.S. Capitol with gun and 500 rounds of ammunition
A Virginia man was arrested Friday when he tried to enter a restricted area near the U.S. Capitol with unauthorized credentials, a loaded handgun and hundreds of rounds of ammunition, according to police. Wesley Allen Beeler of Front Royal, Virginia, was stopped by U.S. Capitol ...
World Jan 16, 2021
National Rifle Association files for bankruptcy, seeking to escape lawsuit
The suit says NRA officials diverted millions of dollars to fund luxury lifestyles and to buy the silence and loyalty of former employees, costing the group $64 million over three years.
National / Crime & Legal Jan 14, 2021
Ex-SDF member's lawyers contest charge in Toyama police box killing
Keita Shimazu, 24, faces charges relating to the deaths of a police officer and a security guard.
National Dec 19, 2020
In a country with strict gun control, it is relatively rare for a police officer to fatally shoot a suspect, particularly one who is not carrying a firearm.