Gun Violence
The latest on gun violence in the United States. Because of the rise in mass shootings, the debate over guns, particularly those involving assault weapons able to shoot multiple rounds in a matter of seconds, has ignited passionate debate on both sides of the political spectrum.
Bo Burnham's country song parody resurfaces—"Best rebuttal to Jason Aldean"
The comic's 2016 parody reappears after Jason Aldean's song "Try That in a Small Town" sparked a debate online over its lyrics and music video.
Jason Aldean trolls song critics in new video
Amid ongoing debate over his track, "Try That in a Small Town," the country music singer addressed the criticism in a new clip.
Lauren Boebert defends throwing out pin honoring school shooting victim
The Colorado congresswoman alleged she has faced harassment from the parent of a Uvalde school shooting victim in the past.
'Hidden message' in Jason Aldean's 'Small Town' video sparks furor
The country-music star's recently released track is continuing to generate controversy on social media.
Florida man kills pregnant trans partner in murder-suicide: sheriff
A Florida man fatally shot his pregnant partner, who identified as a man, before killing himself, the local sheriff's office confirmed to Newsweek.
Is Jason Aldean's "Try That in a Small Town" racist?
The country music star's new video has been heralded by conservatives but slammed by critics who call it racist.
Jason Aldean scores major win amid backlash over song about small towns
The country music star is facing continued criticism over his controversial track, "Try That in a Small Town."
CMT faces boycott calls after pulling controversial Jason Aldean song
Country Music Television has faced boycott calls on social media after it pulled Aldean's song "Try That in a Small Town."
Donald Trump defends Jason Aldean, calls 'Small Town' "great new song"
Amid debate around the country star's controversial track, former President Trump has weighed in with his thoughts.
What Jason Aldean has said about guns after backlash over "scary" lyrics
The country music singer's new track, "Try That in a Small Town," has reignited the gun control debate online.
Lauren Boebert throws out pin honoring school shooting victim
Boebert's actions were called "disgusting" by an organization composed of families who suffered losses at Uvalde.
Old mass shootings article resurfaces amid Jason Aldean gun controversy
The country music singer's new pro-gun track, "Try That in a Small Town," has sparked debate on social media.
Girl, 1, fatally shot by toddler sibling after finding handgun: Police
San Diego County Sheriff's Department said the baby girl was shot in the head by her 3-year-old sibling and later died of her injuries.
Derek Diaz shooting video sparks outrage as Orlando police under pressure
Diaz, 26, had disobeyed commands given by an officer and made a movement as if to retrieve a gun, police said in a statement.
Boy, 13, charged in 12-year-old's shooting death
Another child has also been charged in the fatal gunfire that struck the victim in his house.
Tennessee gun laws under spotlight after hand surgeon shot by patient
Calls to introduce a red flag law in Tennessee have been opposed by gun advocates, despite support from the state's Republican governor.
Inmate fatally strangled deputy with handcuffs in failed escape: Court docs
Deputy John Durm, a 38-year veteran with the Marion County Sheriff's Office, leaves behind his wife and four children.
Boy, 10, shot in head by mother's ex: Police
The child's grandfather said he was shot "twice in the head, once in his foot, once in his hip and one in his rib area" and requires multiple surgeries.
Cleveland rocked by gunfire after 1 killed, 13 hurt in 3 separate shootings
The city was plagued by another weekend of gun violence, prompting Mayor Justin Bibb to lash out at state Republicans over Ohio's permitless carry law.
Sheriff says ex-employee faked carjacking story after shooting himself
"When an employee does something of this nature, they will forfeit their ability to be associated with the Hernando County Sheriff's Office," the sheriff said.
Two mass shootings by trans shooters, or none? What we know
Mass killings in Philadelphia and Nashville have been seized on by conservatives claiming that both suspects—Kimbrady Carriker and Audrey Hale—were trans.
Who is Kimbrady Carriker? What we know about Philadelphia shooting suspect
Five people were killed and a 2-year-old and 13-year-old were among those wounded in the country's worst violence around this year's July Fourth holiday.
LAPD cop's gun-toting wedding photoshoot sparks fury: "Psychopath"
The Instagram profile of an LAPD officer who fatally shot a man in 2020 features pictures of firearms and the officer showcasing her shooting skills.
Philadelphia, Fort Worth shootings cast shadow on July 4 celebrations
The Fourth of July has become synonymous with mass shootings the past decade, according to research.
Man, 2 dogs killed in carjackings at McDonald's drive-thru
A Maryland man has been charged after a bloody crime spree that left one person and two dogs dead.
Emmanuel Macron is running out of time to heal France
Macron, who's been trying to heal France after his unpopular pension reform, seems to go "from one crisis to another," an expert told Newsweek.
Baltimore mass shooting leaves at least two dead, multiple injured
An 18-year-old woman and 20-year-old man were killed in a shooting in Baltimore, a police spokesperson told Newsweek,
Man in hospital bed killed by stray bullet that pierced wall
The man, who had been hospitalized for two years after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke, was hit by the stray bullet in the temple during a shootout.
Fundraiser for Uber driver shot by woman in kidnapping confusion hits $70K
The shooting occurred when Daniel Piedra Garcia, 52, was driving a woman to a location in El Paso, Texas.
Police say 2-year-old fatally shot his pregnant mom
She was taken to a local hospital where she underwent an emergency C-section, but the 33-week unborn baby was also unable to be saved.
