'Worst case scenario' funding cuts proposed for domestic violence, gun violence reduction programs

Non-profit holds forum exploring solutions to curb gun violence

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Around 100 faith and community leaders met on Wednesday night at Hope Church in Cordova to discuss how to reduce gun violence in Memphis. Safer Tennessee, a gun safety awareness non-profit, hosted a forum to call on people to get involved, saying that it is the "first step" for those looking for a real change. "The event is designed to communicate data and facts about what is going on and also let them know that there are ways …

'Worst case scenario' funding cuts proposed for domestic violence, gun violence reduction programs

Dramatic funding cuts have been proposed to many domestic violence and gun violence reduction programs in Chicago and nationwide, the ABC7 I-Team has learned.

Trump cuts hit Michigan violence prevention programs: ‘This will cost lives’

The Trump administration cut a combined $4.5 million in criminal justice grant funding for Michigan-based organizations as part of a broad cost-cutting effort. Advocates say the move could cost lives. Local law enforcement groups say it’s too early to tell.

MEA RA approves school violence task force - Michigan Education Association

By Brenda Ortega MEA Voice Editor Erinn Parker, Stephenson Education Association President A new MEA task force will examine ways to address increasing violence against educators in the workplace and advocate for policies, legislation and resources to ensure classroom safety for school employees and students alike in Michigan. Formation of the task force was approved on Saturday by the MEA Representative Assembly (RA) —  the union’s governing bo…