Uvalde School Shooting
The latest on the Uvalde school shooting. Uvalde is a city near the Mexico-United States border and roughly 80 miles west of San Antonio. On May 24, 2022, it was the sight of the Robb Elementary School mass shooting, where 19 children and 2 adults were murdered by 18-year-old Salvador Ramos, who was shot and killed by authorities.
Texas DPS ordered to release Uvalde school shooting documents
The Lone Star State law enforcement agency was ordered to release records related to the massacre in which 19 children and two adults died over a year ago.
How the AR-15 became the symbol of the U.S. right
As Republican representatives bid to get the AR-15 designated as America's "national gun," Newsweek explores how the firearm has become a conservative emblem.
How Nashville shooting bodycam footage compares with Uvalde police actions
Police took more than an hour to take down the shooter who murdered 21 people at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, last May.
We're only one day into 2023 and already this many Americans have been shot
Professor Jack McDevitt, an expert in criminology at Northeastern University, said: "We are seeing a return to much higher rates of gun violence than we have seen for a long time."
The crimes that shook America in 2022: From Idaho to Colorado Springs
A slew of mass shootings, murders and attacks took place this year in America. Here is a look at some of the major incidents that hit the headlines in 2022.
Uvalde parents react to Greg Abbott getting 60% of vote in their county
Abbott handily won reelection to a third term as Texas governor, defeating Democratic challenger Beto O'Rourke.
Beto O'Rourke's chances vs. Greg Abbott, according to Texas governor polls
Voters go to the polls on Tuesday to decide if Greg Abbott will remain as Governor of Texas.
Six-figure campaign ad rips Abbott on Uvalde shooting days before midterm
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is facing mounting criticism on his response to the Uvalde shooting two days before midterm elections.
Uvalde decides to hit pause button on school cops after string of failures
It is unclear how long the school police force in Uvalde may be suspended.
Fact Check: Was Uvalde Victim's Parent Imprisoned for Assaulting Officer?
An unnamed parent to one of the victims of the Uvalde school shooting was targeted in a speculative online post.
School Shooting Threat Sparks Uvalde-Style Clash Between Parents, Police
Several parents were detained as they tried to reach the students locked inside Jefferson High School in San Antonio.
Bad Bunny Meets With Uvalde Shooting Survivor
The Puerto Rican rapper-singer had previously given suite tickets to the family members of Uvalde shooting victim Ellie Garcia.
Schools Are Still Not Safe Despite Sandy Hook, Uvalde—Campaigners
Nancy Thompson, founder of action group Mothers Against Greg Abbott PAC, told Newsweek "it has contributed to a lot of mental-health issues in our children."
Greg Abbott Saying Uvalde Shooting 'Coulda Been Worse' Resurfaces in Ad
The advertisement, running across the state through October, represents some of the most significant outside spending in the race so far.
Uvalde Park Shooting Injures 2, Months After School Massacre; 4 Arrested
As the Texas community continues to grieve from the Robb Elementary School shooting, police said the Thursday gunfire was potentially gang-related.
Uvalde School Parents React to Pete Arredondo Being Fired
Family members of the victims have expressed relief at the decision while Arredondo's lawyer said he should be praised for saving lives.
'I Send My Son To Kindergarten With a Bulletproof Backpack'
I'm a pretty laid back mother. I never considered gun violence might take place at my son's school.
CEO Dad Supplies 258 Schools With Bulletproof Ballistic Shields
The shields will enable teachers and students to defend themselves before the arrival of first responders, George Tunis said.
Beto O'Rourke Shuts Down Person Laughing During Uvalde Shooting Talk—Video
"It may be funny to you, motherf****r, but it's not funny to me," O'Rourke, a Democrat running for Texas governor, said during a town hall..
AR-15s to Be Stored in County Schools to Protect Against Mass Shootings
One critic called the move a "horrific" response to school shootings, arguing, "Where there are more guns, there is more gun violence."
Marjorie Taylor Greene Suggests Uvalde Students Needed JR-15s for Defense
The JR-15, which was introduced earlier this year, is a small semi-automatic assault weapon modeled after the larger AR-15 and marketed to children.
Background Checks for Gun Purchases Spiked in Texas After Uvalde Shooting
In June, the month after the shooting, the FBI ran 150,464 checks on potential gun purchases, which represents an increase of 17 percent compared with May.
Are There Enough 'Republicans for Beto' to Beat Greg Abbott?
"There's real power in showing up and holding a town hall, whether people are wearing a Beto T-shirt or a Trump hat," said O'Rourke spokesman Chris Evans.
The Painful Pursuit of Accountability in Uvalde
We can all understand the instinct to freeze when action may bring injury or death. But putting on a uniform is a solemn pledge to serve.
Pete Arredondo Faces Termination as Uvalde Parents Demand He Be Fired
If Uvalde's school district police chief stays "y'all do not give a damn about our children," one parent told the school board.
School District Makes Clear Backpacks Mandatory in Wake of Uvalde Shooting
The measure announced Monday "will not eliminate safety concerns" but is "one of several steps" to protect students, said the Dallas school district.
Greg Abbott 'Put Obstacles' in Front of Uvalde Investigation: State Senator
"He's the governor of the state of Texas, and he has refused to step in," state Senator Roland Gutierrez, who represents Uvalde, said.
Uvalde Mayor Rants About 'Bulls*** Leaks' as More Videos of Shooting Emerge
Don McLaughlin is "tired of the bullshit stories," he said, after new footage shows officers rescuing children.
Salvador Ramos Called 'School Shooter' Year Before Uvalde Shooting: Report
Texas lawmakers investigating the shooting found that Ramos displayed several other warning signs prior to the deadly incident.
Uvalde Victim's Google Doodle, Note Shared: 'I Want People to Be Happy'
Google on Friday shared a "Doodle" by Alithia Ramirez, who died at the age of 10 during the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
