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February 19, 2025 at 12:14 AM

Columbine survivor Anne Marie Hochhalter, who forgave gunman's mother, dies at 43

Anne Marie Hochhalter, who was partially paralyzed in the Columbine High School shooting but found the strength to forgive one of the gunman’s parents, has died
February 19, 2025 at 12:14 AM
FILE - Columbine High School shooting survivor Anne Marie Hochhalter reacts during a vigil remembering the 25th anniversary of the mass shooting, April 19, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
February 15, 2025 at 3:21 AM

Ralph Yarl’s family on Kansas City shooter’s plea deal

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to the mother and aunt of now-18-year-old Ralph Yarl who was shot almost two years ago after ringing Andrew Lester’s doorbell, not realizing he was at the wrong house.
February 15, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Ralph Yarl’s family on Kansas City shooter’s plea deal
February 14, 2025 at 9:04 PM

Yarl shooting suspect strikes plea deal, pleads guilty to second-degree assault

Andrew Lester pleaded guilty to second-degree assault charges against Ralph Yarl in a 10-minute Missouri court hearing on Friday.
February 14, 2025 at 9:04 PM
VIDEO: Yarl shooting suspect strikes plea deal, pleads guilty to second-degree assault
February 14, 2025 at 11:37 AM

Indiana teen arrested for allegedly plotting a mass shooting

A tip to an anonymous hotline leads to arrest of teenager in central Indiana who police say was plotting to carry out a mass shooting at her high school on Friday.
February 14, 2025 at 11:37 AM
In this booking photo released by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office, Trinity Shockley is shown.
February 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Gunmen open fire and kill 2 children in Puerto Rico. Four people are wounded

Police in Puerto Rico say two children have been killed and four people were wounded when gunmen opened fire on a home in the island's northeast
February 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM
February 13, 2025 at 7:52 AM

A$AP Rocky trial heads to closing arguments. Did the rapper fire real bullets or blanks?

Lawyers will give their closing arguments at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky, who is accused of two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm
February 13, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Rapper A$AP Rocky arrives at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
February 6, 2025 at 11:29 PM

Rapper G. Dep’s murder rap becomes cautionary tale for youth

A former rapper is advocating for violent teens to receive a second chance at life.
February 6, 2025 at 11:29 PM
In this undated file photo, a jail cell is shown.
February 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM

2 killed, 4 hurt in shooting at manufacturing facility; police investigating motive

One person was killed and five others were injured in a shooting at a facility in New Albany, Ohio, police said.
February 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A police presence is seen in New Albany, Ohio, on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
February 6, 2025 at 1:15 AM

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing suspect allegedly boasted of making ghost gun: Sources

The firearm found on the suspect in the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO is believed to have been an untraceable ghost gun, according to police.
February 6, 2025 at 1:15 AM
"Ghost guns" seized in federal law enforcement actions are displayed at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) field office in Glendale, Calif., April 18, 2022.
February 5, 2025 at 6:37 PM

11 dead in worst mass shooting in Sweden's history, authorities say

"It is a very painful day for all of Sweden," Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said in a statement posted on social media.
February 5, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Police officers stand guard near the scene of a shooting at an adult education center on the outskirts of Orebro, Sweden, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.
February 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM

Witnesses describe chaos and bloodshed in Sweden’s worst mass shooting

Witnesses who survived Sweden’s worst mass shooting have described horror and panic that gripped an adult education center west of Stockholm as the gunman killed at least 10 people
February 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Flowers and candles are placed at a makeshift memorial near the scene of a shooting on the outskirts of Orebro, Sweden, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Sergei Grits)
February 4, 2025 at 8:40 PM

Fatalities confirmed in shooting at adult education facility in Sweden, police say

The suspect is among those killed in the shooting, according to a Swedish police spokesperson.
February 4, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Police at the scene of an incident at Risbergska School, in Orebro, Sweden, Feb. 4, 2025.
January 28, 2025 at 5:31 PM

3 dead, 2 police officers injured in grocery store shooting in Indiana

Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
January 28, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
January 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM

3 dead, 2 police officers injured in grocery store shooting in Indiana

Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
January 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Police lights on a street at night.
January 28, 2025 at 4:38 AM

7-year-old boy killed in apparent gang shooting in Florida

The gunmen who shot and killed a 7-year-old boy, Breon Allen, are at large, and a $18,000 reward is being offered for information leading to their arrests.
January 28, 2025 at 4:38 AM
The gunmen who shot and killed a 7-year-old boy, Breon Allen, are at large, and a $18,000 reward is being offered for information leading to their arrests.
January 28, 2025 at 1:20 AM

7-year-old boy 'callously' shot dead, gunmen at large

Authorities in Florida are searching for the gunmen who "callously" shot and killed a 7-year-old boy. An $18,000 reward is available for information leading to arrests.
January 28, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Breon Allen, 7 years old, was shot dead by gunmen in Jacksonville, Florida, on Jan. 24, 2025. Police are investigating the incident and have offered a reward of $18,000 for information that could lead to the shooters' arrest.
January 25, 2025 at 4:49 AM

21-year-old woman arrested in deadly shooting of Vermont Border Patrol agent

An arrest has been made in the shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent during a traffic stop in Vermont, with unusual details about the suspects' alleged actions in the arrest affidavit.
January 25, 2025 at 4:49 AM
VIDEO: 21-year-old woman arrested in deadly shooting of Vermont Border Patrol agent
1 month ago

Nashville school shooter fired 10 shots within 17 seconds of entering cafeteria

A 17-year-old boy who opened fire in his Nashville high school's cafeteria fired a total of 10 shots from a 9 mm pistol within 17 seconds of entering the room.
1 month ago
Law enforcement at the scene of a shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
1 month ago

7 police officers shot while responding to a call in San Antonio

Seven police officers were shot during an armed standoff in San Antonio on Wednesday night while responding to a call about a possible suicide.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 7 police officers shot while responding to a call in San Antonio
1 month ago

Nashville school shooting suspect's social media linked to Madison school shooter

A social media account connected to the Nashville high school shooting suspect may have been in contact with the suspected Wisconsin school shooter's account.
1 month ago
Law enforcement at the scene of a shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
1 month ago

Teen killed in Tennessee school shooting

Officials say a 17-year-old student opened fire in Antioch High School’s cafeteria, killing a 16-year-old female student and wounding another before turning the gun on himself.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Teen killed in Tennessee school shooting
1 month ago

Nashville school shooting suspect allegedly praised mass shooters, extremist views

A 17-year-old opened fire at a Nashville high school on Wednesday, killing one student and wounding a second student, according to police.
1 month ago
Families wait as school buses arrive at a unification site following a shooting at the Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
1 month ago

1 student killed, 1 wounded at Nashville high school; shooter dead

A shooting at Antioch High School near Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday left one student dead and another wounded. The shooter, also a student, then turned the gun on himself.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 1 student killed, 1 wounded at Nashville high school; shooter dead
1 month ago

1 student killed, 1 hurt in shooting at Nashville high school; suspect dead

A 17-year-old opened fire at a Nashville high school on Wednesday, killing one student and wounding a second student, according to police.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district
1 month ago

Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district

Antioch High School in Nashville is on lockdown after shots were fired inside the school, according to Metro Nashville Public Schools.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district
1 month ago

Police officer shot inside home they were responding to for help

A police officer has been seriously injured after a suspect opened fire at authorities from inside a home, officials said.
1 month ago
1 month ago

Border Patrol agent fatally shot during traffic stop

The FBI is investigating a Border Patrol agent-involved shooting, according to a statement from the Vermont State Police.
1 month ago
Scene of the aftermath of a shooting involving a border patrol agent in Newport, Vermont, Jan. 20, 2025.
2 months ago

Mother used as a human shield in 'brazen and heartless" shooting: NYPD

A 40-year-old mother was one of six people shot in a New York City convenience store when she was used as a shield by a suspected target, authorities said.
2 months ago
New York Police Department investigators search for evidence outside a convenience store in the Bronx, New York, Dec. 30, 2024, where authorities said a mother was wounded while being used as a human shield by an intended target of the shooting.
2 months ago

10 injured in shooting outside Queens music venue, suspects at large, NYPD says

Ten people were shot after several men opened fire at a group of people waiting outside of a music venue in Queens, New York, the NYPD said.
2 months ago
Members of the New York Police Department discuss a shooting in Queens, New York, at a press conference on Jan. 2, 2025.
2 months ago

American family shot in Mexico; 3 killed, 1 in critical condition

Four family members, including three Americans, were shot in an attack in Durango, Mexico, that left three of the four dead, officials said.
2 months ago
Stock photo of police tape reading, "No Trespassing" in Spanish.
2 months ago

Mom convicted in Michigan school shooting case asks to be released from prison

Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Michigan high school shooter Ethan Crumbley, is asking to be released from prison on bond pending her appeal outcome.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Mom convicted in Michigan school shooting case asks to be released from prison
2 months ago

Pheonix airport shooting leaves 4 people injured

A Christmas night shooting and stabbing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport resulted in three people shot and one stabbed, police said.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Phoenix airport shooting leaves 4 people injured
2 months ago

Shooting at Phoenix airport injures 4 people

Authorities say the incident took place at a restaurant outside of security checkpoints at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's Terminal 4.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Shooting at Phoenix airport injures 4 people
2 months ago

Victims identified in Abundant Life Christian School shooting

Two people were killed and another six injured in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, police said.
2 months ago
A vigil is held for the victims of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, Dec. 17, 2024.
2 months ago

Madison shooting latest: Local schools report 'false threats'

Police are investigating the online footprint of the 15-year-old girl who allegedly opened fire at her Madison, Wisconsin, Christian school.
2 months ago
A person signs a cross during a candlelight vigil Dec. 17, 2024, outside the Wisconsin Capitol in Madison, Wis., following a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School on Monday, Dec. 16.
2 months ago

Maryland mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 9 injured

Gunfire erupted in Towson, Maryland, on Tuesday evening, leaving 1 person dead and 9 others wounded, according to police.
2 months ago
Gunfire erupted in Towson, Maryland, on Tuesday evening, leaving 1 person dead and 9 others wounded, according to police.
2 months ago

State's gun laws under scrutiny after deadly school shooting

Wisconsin has a number of firearm-related laws in effect that limit access to children and individuals with a history of violence.
2 months ago
Children prepare to board a bus bound for the reunification center where they'll meet their parents after a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wis., Dec. 16, 2024.
2 months ago

'Mass shooting' in Maryland: 1 dead, 9 wounded and vehicle in flames

Gunfire erupted in Towson, Maryland, on Tuesday evening, leaving 1 person dead and 9 others wounded, according to police.
2 months ago
Police scene after a mass shooting in Maryland leaves one dead and nine injured.
2 months ago

Madison school shooting latest: Motive appears to be combination of factors

A 15-year-old girl allegedly opened fire with a handgun at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, killing a teacher and a fellow student.
2 months ago
A family leave a shelter after a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Dec. 16, 2024.
2 months ago

2nd grader speaks out following deadly school shooting

The shooting happened inside a classroom at Abundant Life Christian School during a study hall of students from multiple grades, police said.
2 months ago
Police lead students after a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, Dec. 16, 2024, in Madison, Wis.
2 months ago

Police search for motive in deadly Abundant Life Christian School shooting

Investigators said 15-year-old suspect Natalie "Samantha" Rupnow fatally shot a fellow student and a teacher before taking her own life at the Madison, Wisconsin, school on Monday.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Police search for motive in deadly Abundant Life Christian School shooting
2 months ago

Former FBI special agent on what we know about suspected Wisconsin school shooter

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with former FBI special agent and profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole about what we know about the teenage girl accused of the shooting at a school in Madison, Wisconsin.
2 months ago
Former FBI special agent on what we know about 15-year-old suspected Wisconsin school shooter
2 months ago

Madison shooting is 'larger sign of a problem': Wisonsin congressman

Rep. Mark Pocan says his community is experiencing tragedy because Americans are "addicted to guns."
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What to know about the 15-year-old suspected school shooter in Wisconsin

The shooter was a 15-year-old student, officials said on Monday. Natalie Rupnow, who went by Samantha, died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
2 months ago
Emergency vehicles are parked outside the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wis., where multiple injuries were reported following a shooting, Dec. 16, 2024.
2 months ago

Police ID 15-year-old girl as Abundant Life Christian School shooter in Wisconsin

A teacher and teenage student were killed and six others hurt in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, police said.
2 months ago
Law enforcement officers are shown at the scene of a shooting, Dec. 16, 2024, at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wis.
2 months ago

Teen suspect in deadly Wisconsin school attack points to rarity of female shooters

The teenage girl alleged to have shot seven victims, two fatally, in an attack on Monday at a Wisconsin school marks the rare occurrence of a female school shooter.
2 months ago
A police officer stands guard in front of the Abundant Life Christian School on Dec. 16, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin.
2 months ago

'There are always warning behaviors': former FBI agent on Wisconsin shooting

Former FBI and profiler Ellen O’Toole discusses the 15-year-old girl suspect that allegedly shot seven victims, two fatally, in an attack on Monday at a Wisconsin Christian school.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 'There are always warning behaviors': former FBI agent on Wisconsin shooting
2 months ago

Motive in Wisconsin shooting appears to be combination of factors, police say

A 15-year-old student killed a teacher and another student in a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, police said.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Motive in Wisconsin shooting appears to be combination of factors, police say
2 months ago

5-year-old girl shot after 3-year-old brother accesses unsecured gun: Police

A man was inside the apartment and was arrested and charged with cruelty to children, police said.
2 months ago
2 months ago

2 killed, 6 injured in Wisconsin school shooting

Authorities in Wisconsin are working to figure out what led a 15-year-old student to open fire at Abundant Life Christian School, killing a teacher and fellow student in study hall.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 2 killed, 6 injured in Wisconsin school shooting