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politics1 year ago

"Controversy Surrounds Kamala Harris' Visit to Parkland School Shooting Site"

Vice President Harris plans to visit Parkland, Fla., to advocate for the increased use of red flag laws, which allow for the temporary removal of guns from individuals deemed to pose a danger to themselves or others. She will walk the halls of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and announce a new effort to provide training and technical assistance to states, local governments, law enforcement, and health care providers in using these laws. Harris will also urge states to utilize funding from the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act to raise awareness about the laws and train court staff and first responders.

via NPR|
#gun-violence-prevention#marjory-stoneman-douglas-high-school#parkland
politics1 year ago

"NRA's Decline: A Look at Wayne LaPierre's Legacy and Lavish Spending"

Six years after the Parkland shooting, the NRA is in turmoil as Wayne LaPierre resigns amid accusations of misusing funds, following pressure from the March For Our Lives movement. The NRA has lost over a million members and cut back on core activities, impacting its political influence. Despite this, resistance to gun control remains strong among lawmakers, highlighting the ongoing challenge in addressing deeply held cultural beliefs around guns in the US.

via WLRN|
#gun-control#march-for-our-lives#nra
education2 years ago

Parkland School's Failure to Address Violent Incidents Sparks Outrage

The father of a Parkland school shooting victim criticized administrators for trying to avoid responsibility for a student's brutal beating in a nearby parking lot. The school claimed that since the incident occurred off school property, they were not accountable. However, parents argue that the parking lot is commonly used by students and should be considered part of the school's responsibility for student safety. The incident has led to five arrests so far, and the school principal plans to expel the students involved. The father, Fred Guttenberg, emphasized the importance of school security beyond the campus perimeter.

via New York Post |
#accountability#education#parental-advocacy
education2 years ago

"Violent Student Brawl at Parkland's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Sparks Investigation"

A disturbing video captured a brutal beating at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, resulting in the hospitalization of one student and the arrest of five others. The incident, which escalated from a small argument, shows a group of boys attacking a teen and slamming him headfirst onto the concrete. The victim sustained a skull fracture and is now recovering at home. The school board expressed deep concern over the incident, and the police are seeking a sixth person involved. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School is the same school where the tragic shooting took place in 2018.

via Yahoo News|
#arrests#assault#education
local-news2 years ago

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Band Soars at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School's Eagle Regiment marching band from Parkland, Florida, performed at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, honoring the memory of Alex Schachter, a former band member and victim of the 2018 school shooting. The band played "The Polar Express" and had the names of Alex and another victim, Gina Montalto, on their flag. The performance was described as incredible, and the band received support from the families of the victims.

via WPLG Local 10|
#alex-schachter#eagle-regiment-marching-band#local-news
environment2 years ago

From Waste to Wonder: Staten Island's Former Landfill Transformed into a Thriving Park

A portion of the former Fresh Kills landfill in Staten Island has been transformed into parkland, with the soil being replenished by composted human feces from a solar-powered restroom. Mayor Eric Adams celebrated the development, stating that the waste from the restroom will go back into feeding the soil, effectively turning "crap into energy." The conversion of Fresh Kills to parkland is an important environmental priority for Adams, bringing equity to the working-class residents of Staten Island. The park's opening marks a long-awaited restoration for the borough, which was once a symbol of mistreatment by City Hall.

via New York Post |
#composting-restroom#environment#fresh-kills-landfill
politics2 years ago

"5 Key Updates: Trump, Parkland, Immigration, Ukraine, Wells Fargo"

Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to four criminal charges related to his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election; the 2018 Parkland school shooting will be reenacted with live gunfire as part of a civil lawsuit against a former sheriff's deputy; an appeals court allows the Biden administration to keep a controversial asylum policy in place; Ukrainian forces attack a ship at a Russian naval base; Wells Fargo experiences a technical glitch causing direct deposits to disappear from some customers' bank accounts.

via CNN|
#immigration#parkland#politics
local-news2 years ago

"Parkland Families Brave Haunting Visit to Massacre Site"

Families and survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting visited the preserved crime scene in the 1200 building, where their loved ones were killed over five years ago. Max Schachter, father of one of the victims, described the tour as horrifying, with blood everywhere and likened it to a horror movie. Schachter emphasized the importance of prioritizing school safety and educating about best practices. Other visitors included Debra Hixon, a Broward school board member, and surviving students Isabel Chequer and William Olson. More family members are expected to visit in the coming days.

via WPLG Local 10|
#crime-scene#families#local-news
crime2 years ago

Examining Accountability and Legal Gaps in Parkland Shooting Case

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson's defense argued that he took cover due to limited information and echoes of gunshots, while prosecutors claimed he could have confronted the shooter and saved lives. Peterson hopes to meet with the families of the victims to explain his actions, but some have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via KTSM 9 News|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

"Ex-Parkland Resource Officer Acquitted, Stands by Controversial Actions"

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson's defense argued that he took cover due to limited information and echoes of gunshots, while prosecutors claimed he could have confronted the shooter and saved lives. Peterson hopes to meet with the families of the victims to explain his actions, but some have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via KCAU 9|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Acquitted Parkland Deputy Stands by Controversial Actions

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson defended his actions, claiming that he took cover after hearing gunshots and not knowing their origin. His attorney argued that Peterson's limited information and the echoes made it difficult for him to determine the location of the shots. Peterson expressed his desire to meet with the families of the victims to share "the truth," but some parents, like Tony Montalto, whose daughter was killed, have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via WGHP FOX8 Greensboro|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
law2 years ago

Commission recommends reprimand for judge in Parkland shooting trial.

The Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission has recommended a formal reprimand for Judge Elizabeth Scherer, who oversaw the death penalty trial of the Parkland school shooter, for appearing to favor the prosecution. Scherer did not contest the findings and agreed to a reprimand. The commission found that her conduct created the perception of bias against one party, tarnishing public confidence in the judiciary's impartiality. The jury declined to unanimously recommend the death penalty, resulting in a life sentence, angering many of the victims' families. Scherer announced her resignation in May, which was not a result of the investigation.

via CNN|
#death-penalty-trial#florida#judge-elizabeth-scherer