Gun Violence

The number of gun deaths in the Collin County suburb of Allen almost tripled in 2023 — and it's not just because of the mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets.

The 15-year-old son of John Edward Porter is accused of shooting two students on the steps of Lamar High School in March, killing one. Authorities say their search of Porter's home after the school shooting revealed Porter was illegally in possession of the gun found at the scene.

Nathan James Cruz, 17, was arrested on charges of making a terroristic threat and making a terroristic threat against his family. His mother reported his statements to police.

Timothy Simpkins, 19, was convicted of attempted capital murder for shooting and injuring three at Timberview High School in 2021. Simpkins took the witness stand for the first time Monday to plead for a lighter sentence.

Gun violence increases during the summer months. Scientists say there's evidence that rising temperatures leads to more shootings.

Collin County residents urge Richardson city council to stop the NRA from moving its headquarters to Texas.

Three people were killed and eight others hospitalized after two gunmen opened fire on a large group of people after Como Fest, according to police.

The two-year ban on Uvalde parent Adam Martinez has been lifted after the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression threatened to proceed with litigation against the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District.

The gunman still faces state charges that could result in him receiving the death penalty. There is no timeline on when that trial will begin.

As the Como community in Fort Worth grapples with gun violence, parents are left trying to raise children in a city where gun violence among youth is on the rise.

Victim impact statements concluded Thursday in the sentencing hearing for Patrick Crusius, the gunman whose 2019 rampage at an El Paso Walmart left 23 dead. He is expected to receive multiple life sentences Friday morning.