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Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say
local2 days ago

Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say

A relative stopped a juvenile’s alleged plan to shoot Grand Prairie Elementary in Joliet by pinning him down and calling 911; deputies recovered a Glock, loaded magazines, a backpack with knives, an accelerant, gloves and other items. The student, a Plainfield High School freshman with a history of poor attendance, was detained and transported to a hospital after making suicidal and homicidal statements; there is no active threat and no charges have been filed as investigators continue.

Virginia Judge Dismisses Neglect Charges in 6-Year-Old Classroom Shooting
crime4 days ago

Virginia Judge Dismisses Neglect Charges in 6-Year-Old Classroom Shooting

A Virginia judge dismissed eight felony counts of child neglect against Ebony Parker, the former Richneck Elementary assistant principal, ruling her actions surrounding the January 2023 shooting of teacher Abby Zwerner were not a crime. Prosecutors argued Parker ignored warnings that a gun might be in a 6-year-old's backpack, but the defense contended she was not neglectful and Parker was not called to testify as the trial progressed. The case followed Zwerner’s severe injuries, a separate civil verdict awarding her $10 million, and Parker is no longer employed at the school.

Ex-assistant principal on trial in Virginia school shooting case
crime8 days ago

Ex-assistant principal on trial in Virginia school shooting case

More than three years after a 6-year-old shot his teacher at Richneck Elementary in Newport News, former assistant principal Ebony Parker faces a three-day criminal trial on eight felony child abuse counts for allegedly ignoring warnings that the student had a gun. A parallel civil case awarded teacher Abby Zwerner $10 million. The boy's mother, Deja Taylor, pleaded guilty to felony child neglect and faces prison time; prosecutors say the boy will not be charged criminally. The cases raise questions about accountability for educators when juveniles commit school violence and highlight ongoing debates about school safety.

Instinct and God’s hand: Oklahoma principal recalls stopping school shooter
national18 days ago

Instinct and God’s hand: Oklahoma principal recalls stopping school shooter

In a CBS Mornings exclusive, Oklahoma principal Kirk Moore says his tackle of a gunman at Pauls Valley High School was driven by instinct, not planning, and he credits faith as guiding the moment. Surveillance footage shows Moore restraining the suspect until a staffer helps disarm the weapon, preventing injuries as the gunman is arrested. Moore notes drills fade in moments like this and promises more of the interview will air.

Grief deepens in Turkiye as second school shooting in a week leaves 10 dead
world1 month ago

Grief deepens in Turkiye as second school shooting in a week leaves 10 dead

In Turkiye, a 14-year-old opened fire at Ayser Calik School in Kahramanmaras, killing eight students and a 55-year-old teacher, with a 10th victim dying later in hospital; the shooter was found dead and is believed to have used guns belonging to his father, a former police officer. The attack was the country’s second school shooting in two days, prompting dozens of detentions and a nationwide security meeting as authorities tighten school-safety measures.

First deadly mass school shooting shakes Turkey, sparking calls for safety reforms
world1 month ago

First deadly mass school shooting shakes Turkey, sparking calls for safety reforms

Turkey is grappling with its first deadly mass school shooting in Kahramanmaras, where a 14-year-old killed eight students and a teacher before dying; a day earlier, a separate attack in the same region wounded 16. Authorities say both shooters acted alone with no terrorist links; the suspect’s father, a former police officer, is under arrest. More than 150 people have been detained for online posts and authorities have blocked numerous social-media accounts as the nation mourns and calls for improved school security.

Turkey cracks down as 162 detained over online praise after two school shootings
world1 month ago

Turkey cracks down as 162 detained over online praise after two school shootings

Turkish police detained 162 people for online posts praising or discussing two deadly school shootings in Siverek and Kahramanmaras, as authorities crack down on online content; officials also arrested dozens more for posts about potential future attacks and restricted more than a thousand social-media accounts, while funerals proceeded for the victims.

Oklahoma principal stops gunman in Pauls Valley High lobby
crime1 month ago

Oklahoma principal stops gunman in Pauls Valley High lobby

In Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, high school principal Kirk Moore tackled a gunman—after another employee helped retrieve the weapon—preventing injuries to students. The suspect, former student Victor Hawkins, was arrested on charges including shooting with intent to kill and is jailed with a $1 million bond. Moore was wounded in the leg but is praised as a hero; the incident prompted a lockdown and a preliminary hearing set for May 8, with officials noting Hawkins’ stated intent to carry out a Columbine-style attack.

Oklahoma principal disarms armed ex-student, foiling school shooting
local1 month ago

Oklahoma principal disarms armed ex-student, foiling school shooting

An Oklahoma high school principal, Kirk Moore, charged from his office to disarm a former student armed with two semi-automatic handguns, injuring himself but preventing a mass shooting; the suspect, Victor Lee Hawkins, a 2025 graduate, faces charges including shooting with intent to kill and is jailed on $1 million bail. Hawkins reportedly sought to imitate the Columbine attack. The district emphasizes safety planning; Moore is recovering and expected to return to work.

Oklahoma principal tackles Columbine-style gunman after being shot defending students
us-news1 month ago

Oklahoma principal tackles Columbine-style gunman after being shot defending students

Video shows Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore, 60, sprinting into the lobby to confront a gunman armed with two pistols. Moore was shot in the right leg but tackled the shooter, pinning him to a bench until a staffer helped disarm him. The assailant, Victor Hawkins, admitted he wanted to replicate Columbine; he’s been charged with shooting with intent to kill and other firearm offenses. Moore is recovering in hospital, and officials praised the quick actions of Moore and staff for likely saving lives.

Second Turkish school shooting in two days leaves four dead
world1 month ago

Second Turkish school shooting in two days leaves four dead

A shooting at Ayser Calik Secondary School in Kahramanmaras, southern Turkey, killed at least four people and injured several others, marking the second school attack in two days. Authorities are investigating the motive; reports say the attacker entered two classrooms and had five guns and seven magazines—belonging to his father—with him, and some victims are in critical condition.