Another Mass Shooting? 'Compassion Fatigue' Is A Natural Reaction.
As the incidents of mass shootings in the U.S. occur, some people are starting to feel numbed by them. Psychologists says this is normal.
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After Synagogue Shooting, Religious Leaders Evaluate Security
Faith leaders are stuck in a quandary. They're trying to balance a mission of keeping houses of worship welcoming spaces with a responsibility to tighten security.
Hospital Lockdowns Can Leave Patients' Loved Ones Locked Out
Hospitals are preparing for how to handle mass shootings in case the next one is in their backyard. One difficult call is whether to lockdown the facility, which can have emotional consequences.
After Delay, Trump Orders Flags At Half-Staff For Annapolis Attack
President Trump proclaimed the gesture "as a mark of solemn respect" for five people killed at the Capital Gazette newsroom. The White House had initially declined to do so, according to the city.
'I'm Not A Hero,' Says James Shaw Jr., Acclaimed As Hero Of Waffle House Attack
"I did that completely out of a selfish act," said James Shaw Jr. after disarming the gunman. "I was completely doing it just to save myself. Now, me doing that, I did save other people."
Hotel Releases Video Of Las Vegas Shooter In Days Leading To Massacre
Stephen Paddock, the 64-year-old retired accountant and real estate investor, looks like an ordinary hotel guest and casino patron in footage released by the Mandalay Bay resort.
Jury Selection Begins For Orlando Shooter's Widow
In 2016, Noor Salman's husband opened fire at Pulse nightclub, killing 49 people and wounding dozens more. Salman is accused of aiding terrorism and obstructing justice.
A Brief History Of The AR-15
The semi-automatic rifle has been in wide circulation for more than a half-century. In recent years, gunmen have used AR-15-style weapons to carry out many of the country's worst mass shootings.
'We Will Not Give Up': Fla. School Shooting Survivors March For Tougher Gun Laws
Thousands descended on Tallahassee to demand legislative action to prevent future school shootings. "This is only the beginning of our history," one student said. "Please be on the right side of it."
Coroner Releases Causes Of Death For All 58 Victims Of Las Vegas Shooting
Nearly all of the fatalities were caused by a single gunshot wound, though six died from multiple wounds. The deaths were all ruled homicides.