The suspect in the shooting at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis is identified as Jarrod W. Ramos, 38, who filed and lost a defamation case against the paper in 2012.
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Oklahoma shooting suspect killed by bystanders had gun license, police say
Police are still trying to determine a motive for the shooting, which wounded four people Thursday.
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Amid gun violence tensions, Trump to speak at NRA convention
The president pledged to stand up to the gun lobby after the school shooting in Parkland, but he later backpedaled on that tough talk.
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North Yarmouth Academy students walk out of school to protest gun violence
The student-led walkout in Yarmouth was part of a nationwide effort held on the 19th anniversary of the fatal Columbine High School shootings.
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Our View: Constitution leaves room for ban on assault-style weapons
The Second Amendment cements a right to bear arms, but it leaves plenty of room to argue over what that means in practical terms.
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Portland Sen. Dion: Time for Maine to enact ‘red flag’ law for public safety
States with similar regulations have seen reductions in gun violence, the Democratic Blaine House hopeful says.
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Officials: YouTube shooting investigated as domestic dispute
Police say a woman opened fire at YouTube headquarters in Northern California, wounding 3 people before killing herself.
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State Sen. Brakey: Ignoring Constitution on gun access would open door to loss of other rights
The next generation of Americans, our future leaders, should fully understand the fundamental document that protects our liberty.
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Mark Eves: It’s time for politicians to take a stand and stop gun violence
The determination and bravery of American students should be an inspiration to all of us.
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Storm forces some Maine students to postpone gun violence protests
Most student organizers have plans to hold protests on another day.