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  Rutherford County, TN - While the recent school shooting that occurred in Nashville was at a private school, it doesn't diminish the need to take a closer look at school safety. The incident on Monday has raised concerns among parents, law enforcement personnel and elected officials across the state. A bill proposed by State Senator Shane Reeves of Murfreesboro would require every public school in Tennessee to have a School Resource Officer, which some schools in rural areas lack...

    On May 24, 2022, one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history unfolded about 85-miles west of San Antonio, Texas. 19-Children and 2-teachers were gunned down by an 18-year-old at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Shortly after the shooting, residents spoke out about law enforcement's lack of action. On the day of the tragedy, officers from multiple agencies descended upon the scene, hesitating to move-in and confront the shooter. Reports indica...