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Buffalo Mayor: ‘Revolving door’ of criminals to blame for shootings

by Andrew Shepperson

Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown is calling out the judicial system for what he sees as a "revolving door" of criminals responsible for a large number of the shootings in the city.

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Career criminal gets 15 years under anti-violence initiative for firearm charges

by Jennifer Cruz

Joe Ray Alires had at least 10 prior felony convictions when he was found to be in possession of a loaded 9mm handgun in June 2014.

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Holiday violence pushes Chicago shootings to over 4,300

by Jennifer Cruz

With 1,300 more shooting victims than last year and over 750 homicides so far this year, Chicago is experiencing its deadliest year in nearly two decades.

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