William Randall Franklin has been arrested for the murder of Coweta County Battalion Fire Chief James Bartholomew Cauthen. The shooting occurred after Cauthen and a driver stopped at Franklin’s home to request assistance following a deer collision; Franklin allegedly opened fire without provocation, injuring both men. Cauthen died at the scene, while the driver and Franklin survived their injuries. A motive remains under investigation, though Franklin’s family has cited mental health issues and law enforcement noted possible intoxication.
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A shooting at Tuskegee University in Alabama has left one person dead and several injured, according to officials. The incident has sparked a range of reactions, with some expressing outrage and others questioning the news coverage.
The tragedy occurred on the campus of a historically Black university, a place known for its rich history and contributions to the nation. The shooting is a stark reminder of the ongoing gun violence that plagues the United States, particularly in communities of color. It’s a problem that has been a source of frustration and anger for many Americans, and this incident has only intensified those feelings.… Continue reading
I woke up to heartbreaking news of another mass shooting, this time in Alabama. Four people dead and dozens injured in an incident at a club called Hush. This tragedy pushes Birmingham’s homicide rate up, a staggering number for a city with less than 200k residents. It’s devastating to see this senseless violence happening in our communities.
The response to these incidents is often frustrating. The right blames mental health, not guns, for these tragedies. Yet, they fail to support bills that would expand mental health funding and services. It’s contradictory and hypocritical to point fingers without taking real action to prevent these atrocities from happening again.… Continue reading
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