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Chicago: 3 killed, 27 wounded in weekend shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

More blood was shed in Chicago this weekend, as three people were killed and at least 27 wounded in shootings throughout the Windy City.

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President Trump’s joke about roughing up thugs draws mixed reactions

by Brian Seay

In a joke Friday, President Donald Trump told officers during a speech not to “be too nice” to thugs - drawing mixed reactions from police and other groups.

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New Philadelphia committee takes multi-faceted approach to slow gun violence

by Andrew Shepperson

Philadelphia formed a new committee to stem the tide of gun violence -- at an all-time high in five years.

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Fewer shootings, but more murders in Chicago as top cop calls for more gun laws

by Brian Seay

Chicago's top cop says CPD has recovered 5,000 firearms this year, but called for more gun laws to help drive down the city’s persistent gun violence.

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Illinois governor signs bill to crack down on criminals who are repeat gun offenders

by Chris Eger

A bipartisan measure designed in part to lengthen prison sentences for repeat gun offenders in Illinois was signed on Friday.

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Chicago: 8 killed, 49 wounded in weekend shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

The outbreak of summer shootings continued in Chicago this weekend as 8 more people were killed and 49 others wounded between Friday evening and Monday morning.

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Buffalo Mayor: ‘Revolving door’ of criminals to blame for shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown is calling out the judicial system for what he sees as a "revolving door" of criminals responsible for a large number of the shootings in the city.

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Nashville man faces 35 years for charges related to shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

A Nashville man pleaded guilty Thursday to federal charges related to a series of 2014 shootings and could now be facing 35 years in prison.

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FBI in Chicago: We’re looking for ‘trigger-pullers and shot callers’

by Brian Seay

Efforts by the FBI and the Chicago Police Department have seen significant reductions in shooting incidents in two historically violent police districts.

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Bipartisan push in Illinois legislature would increase sentencing for repeat gun offenders

by Brian Seay

In an effort to curb Chicago gun violence, the Illinois House on Monday approved a bill that would boost sentencing requirements for repeat gun offenders.

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Chicago mayor cracks down on party buses after series of shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is cracking down on so-called "party buses" after a series of shootings involving the vehicles.

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Richmond police want ShotSpotter over body cams in proposed budget

by Brian Seay

Police in Richmond, Virginia may soon get a gunfire detection system that’s seeing mixed results in cities nationwide.

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