The government argues that the court lacks the authority to hear the case and that the families’ claims don’t meet the legal standard to move forward.
Mass Shooting Lewiston Maine
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Hundreds gather in Lewiston to remember 2023 mass shooting: ‘Like it happened yesterday’
No matter how big the crowd got, it still seemed like everyone there had a personal connection to the tragedy of Oct. 25, 2023.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State, News
New LA Arts sculpture commemorates those lost to Lewiston mass shooting
The community art project was designed to help people process their grief.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Advocates, opponents of red flag law in Maine step up campaigns as election nears
In the last week, supporters of Question 2 released their first television ad, while opponents launched a new campaign against the referendum. The two sides also met for a debate.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Red flag proposal from gun safety advocates qualifies for November ballot
The measure was brought forward by the Maine Gun Safety Coalition after lawmakers failed to pass a red flag law last year in the wake of the Lewiston mass shooting.
Posted inLocal & State
‘I don’t want this to happen to any other family:’ Why Lewiston shooting victims are preparing to sue
Lawyers for survivors and those who lost family in the Lewiston mass shooting say the Army failed to uphold several promises and obligations when it released Robert Card to the community without addressing his change in behavior or taking his firearms.
Posted inLocal & State, News
After Lewiston shooting, distribution of $6.6 million in funds stands up to scrutiny
Of the money donated in the months following the deadliest shooting in Maine history, $4.7 million went to individuals directly affected and $1.9 million went to groups that provided support in the community.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine’s congressional delegation seeks review of military efforts to prevent blast-related brain injuries
The request follows a determination that the Army reservist responsible for the Lewiston mass shooting had likely suffered brain injuries during military training.
Posted inOpinion
Opinion: Support bill to reduce mass shootings
Framing guns safety as a choice between gun rights and gun control is false.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Take a look at the real costs of gun rights
The financial costs of the Lewiston mass shooting are astronomical, in addition to the cost of lost lives and damaged sense of community.