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Indianapolis kids are often hit by gunfire. Even when they survive, deep scars remain - December 28, 2022, IndyStar
To understand the real toll of gun violence, look to survivors and their families - September 9, 2022, WFYI | PBS Indianapolis
Shoot Cameras Not Guns - May 15, 2022, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
'Put the guns down': Indianapolis residents call for new anti-crime strategy - February 24, 2022, WTHR | NBC Indianapolis
More civilian oversight in place on new IMPD police review boards - July 12, 2021, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Community conversations: meeting held to talk finding solutions to non-fatal shootings in Indianapolis - June 24, 2021, WTTV CBS4 Indy
Marion County prosecutor, community discuss gun violence and solutions - June 24, 2021, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Overcoming gun violence through sisterhood, ‘Ladies on the Move’ walk through the pain - June 17, 2021, WTTV CBS4 Indy
Mayor Hogsett's $3.3 million violence prevention plan sent to City-County council with 'do-pass' recommendation - June 10, 2021, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Community gathers at vigil for FedEx shooting victims - April 17, 2021, WTTV CBS4 Indy
Vigils held for victims, families of Indianapolis FedEx mass shooting - April 17, 2021, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Lawmakers debate eliminating gun permits in Indiana - March 03, 2021, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Free mental health services address trauma in Indianapolis - February 9, 2021, WTTV CBS4 Indy
'We're better together': Peaceful protests urged after grand jury decision in Dreasjon Reed case - November 11, 2020, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Indianapolis mother speaks at DNC: 'One shot changed our lives forever' - August 20, 2020, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Gabrielle Giffords among those who push for gun control at DNC - August 19, 2020, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Meet The Indianapolis Mother And Activist Speaking At The DNC - August 17, 2020, Indianapolis Monthly
Local mom to speak about gun violence at Democratic National Convention - August 16, 2020, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Working Together: Help for families impacted by gun violence - July 8, 2020, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Pastors hope buyback event will get guns off the streets - December 4, 2019, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
East side community begs for peace after siblings' murder - August 23, 2019, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Indianapolis leaders hope new intelligence center helps track down answers for victims of crime - April 8, 2019, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Lawmakers, Marion Co. prosecutor, parents lobby for gun reform in Indiana - February 4, 2019, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Jefferson Awards: Indianapolis mom turns gun violence tragedy into a purpose - December 14, 2018, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Victims of gun violence say change is needed - December 6, 2018, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Indiana students join nationwide anti-gun violence marches - March 25, 2018, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
CALL 6: Mother makes plea to get son's wheelchair repaired after several delays - October 24, 2017
Indy mom attends President Obama’s gun control announcement - January 5, 2016, WTTV CBS4 Indy
Experts discuss ending gun violence - October 2, 2015, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Indy mother joins campaign against gun violence - September 10, 2015, WRTV | ABC Indianapolis
Grieving moms form support group, talk about violence - April 22, 2015, WTTV CBS4 Indy
Mother of shooting victim hopes to build support network - January 21, 2015, WTTV CBS4 Indy
National Media
D.N.C. Recap: Barack Obama Warns of Trump’s Threat to Democracy as Kamala Harris Accepts V.P. Nomination - August 28, 2020, The New York Times
Highlights and analysis from Democratic National Convention Day 3 - August 26, 2020, NBC News
Mother calls for gun control at Democratic National Convention - August 19, 2020, The Washington Post
“Mother of gunshot victim: Donald Trump doesn't care” August 19, 2020, CNN