S.O.L.V.E. Program Aims to Reduce Gun Violence in Peoria

Keeping kids safe: Lansing’s Mikey 23 Foundation steps up amid gun violence fears

Following recent incidents involving weapons in the Lansing School District, including a 17-year-old found with a handgun, community advocates are stepping up efforts to protect local youth. Michael McKissic and his organization, Mikey 23, mentor Lansing youth year-round and plan to intensify their work this summer to reduce violence. Students like Devion Dillard shared the emotional toll of school safety threats In the attached story, The Mikey…

S.O.L.V.E. program aims to reduce gun violence in Peoria

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- In a bold move to confront the rising tide of gun violence in Peoria, Artists ReEnvisioning Tomorrow Inc. (ART Inc.) has announced the launch of a transformative new initiative: the S.O.L.V.E. Program. Backed by funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services’ Office of Firearm Violence Prevention (OFVP), the program aims to address firearm-related harm through a comprehensive, community-centered approach. S.O.L.V.E…

Catholic sisters in Baltimore launch campaign to curb gun violence

The Sisters of Bon Secours are launching a citywide campaign against gun violence with seven other Catholic congregations in Baltimore.

‘Put the Guns Down’: Catholic sisters launch campaign to curb gun violence

The Sisters of Bon Secours along with seven local Catholic congregations are launching a citywide advertisement campaign against gun violence in Baltimore. The ad features the message “Put the Guns Down, Let Peace Begin with Us” and a QR code li... [...]

‘Put the Guns Down’: Catholic Sisters Launch Campaign to Curb Gun Violence

Liz O’Neill The Sisters of Bon Secours along with seven local Catholic congregations are launching a citywide advertisement campaign against gun violence in Baltimore. The ad features the message “Put the Guns Down, Let Peace Begin with Us” and a QR code linking to the campaign webpage. Sister Dowling said the campaign aligns with the congregation’s charism and is also 'deeply personal.'

DuPage County Declares June 6 Gun Violence Awareness Day

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Wheaton, IL — On May 27, DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy and Board Member Yeena Yo proclaimed June 6 National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The observation was declared to Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense. Members Becky Koziel, Jennifer Zordani, Annie Gray, Shannon Goodrich and Puja Patel were present.  In remembering those who los…