gun violence

Congress

Sewell co-signs letter urging House Republicans to take action on gun violence

"We stand ready to work with you on any policies that will help end gun violence," the Democrats wrote.

November 3, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers should result in action

Like all constitutional rights, including gun rights, there are, and must be, reasonable rules governing those freedoms.

September 7, 2023

Report: How America’s gun violence crisis affects young people

According to the new report, young people feel the impact of our country’s gun violence crisis firsthand.

July 26, 2023

K9 Protection Group launches “Paws on Patrol” to make schools in Alabama, US safer

The new program aims to address increased gun violence in America’s classrooms.

July 14, 2023

Rep. Ensler proposes bills to curb gun violence

Ensler proposed eight bills ranging from mental health support and prevention programs to a "red flag law" and bans on "ghost guns" and Glock switches.

April 21, 2023

Alabama Democrats call for gun regulations after Dadeville shooting

Democrats criticized their Republican colleagues for their inaction and stressed the need for meaningful regulations, such as red flag laws.

April 18, 2023

Political leaders react to mass shooting at Dadeville birthday party

Officials expressed grief and outrage at the incident, and offered thoughts and prayers to the community.

April 17, 2023

Again and again. And yes, again.

There are issues that most of Alabama knows we need to address. I’ll write about them over and over again.

January 31, 2023

YWCA survey shows cost of living, gun violence among women’s top concerns

Abortion access was also a key concern particularly for young women and women of color.

September 16, 2022

Woodfin demands truce after possible gang-related killings

Five people were shot and killed over the first two days of the Labor Day weekend.

September 5, 2022