Gun Violence
Summary
A terrifying shooting near a Florida A&M University stadium injured 12 people, half of them kids, right during homecoming weekend. This tragedy has everyone asking tough questions about whether our public events are secure enough.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 3
Impact analysis
Medical bills and emergency response costs will pile up, plus it could hurt local tourism and event spending if people get scared to visit.
No one really benefits from senseless violence, though it definitely puts public safety reform advocates front and center.
The victims, especially the six children and their families, bear the physical and emotional scars of this horrific violence.
Mentions & discussions (4)
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Jacksonville, Florida’s Gun Violence Is Rooted in Redlining and Homes Built on Toxic Waste KFF Health News
At least 12 injured in shooting near FAMU stadium
Six children were among those injured on homecoming weekend for Florida A&M University. The post At least 12 injured in shooting near FAMU stadium appeared first on Jacksonville Today.
WalletHub study: Jacksonville among least safe cities in America
WalletHub study: Jacksonville among least safe cities in America Florida Politics
Where Florida’s Gun Violence Exacts Its Biggest Toll on Black and Latino Children
Where Florida’s Gun Violence Exacts Its Biggest Toll on Black and Latino Children KFF Health News
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