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Community Violence
After the funerals, residents continue to pressure Texas officials to address gun access. It may become a fight that spans generations.
Commentary
When a potential shooter locked down parts of Indiana University's campus in September, Mary Claire Molloy had to confront the emotional reverberations of our gun violence crisis.
Domestic Violence
School safety protocols can save lives, proponents say — but experts argue they are particularly harmful to kids who’ve been abused.
Mass Shooting
An 18-year-old suspect fatally shot at least 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in the Texas town west of San Antonio.
Active Shooting
The desire to keep kids safe has spawned a multibillion-dollar industry promising to turn schools into fortresses. Oxford High School is a prime example of that effort.
Mental Health
The connections between gun violence and mental health are murky, but experts bet that supporting student well-being will help keep them safe.
