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Va. Tech, Newtown cyclists ride to Capitol

Riding side by side, family members of the Virginia Tech shooting victims and a team of cyclists from Newtown, Conn., made their way to Capitol Hill Tuesday seeking changes to the nation's gun laws and solidarity.

Tags: Sandy Hook, Virginia Tech massacre, gun laws, U.S. Capitol, cycling

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Thousands march for gun control in Washington

Thousands of people, many holding signs with names of gun violence victims and messages such as Ban Assault Weapons Now, joined a rally for gun control on Saturday, marching from the Capitol to the Washington Monument.

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Kaine: Common ground can be found as lawmakers consider gun control

There is common ground among opposing sides as lawmakers tackle the issue of gun control, mental health and school safety.

Tags: Heather Brady, NRA, gun control, school shooting, Tim Kaine,

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NRA: Obama administration's proposals are 'cosmetic' solutions

The National Rifle Association says the Obama administration's proposals to curb gun violence in the wake of the Sandy Hook massacre don't address the heart of the problem, advocating instead for better mental health care and vigorous prosecution of criminals who use guns.

Tags: NRA, David Keene, Joe Biden, school shooting, Heather Brady

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Biden pledges urgent Obama action on gun control

Tags: Joe Biden, Sandy Hook, gun violence, gun rights

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Maryland schools answer snowflake call for Sandy Hook students

Sandy Hook Elementary School students will return to a new school after winter break. To help make it a welcoming environment, the Connecticut PTSA is asking for paper snowflakes that volunteers will string throughout the school.

Tags: Sandy Hook, donations, Stephanie Steinberg

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Anne Arundel schools report mass absences

Anne Arundel County public schools reported mass absences Friday following rumors of a school shooting and in the wake of the Newtown massacre.

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Va. gun sales brisk in wake of Newtown

Gun sales have increased in the wake of the Connecticut shootings that gave rise to talk about new guns restrictions. And Friday morning, business was brisk at local gun shops in Virginia.

Tags: guns, gun laws, gun sales, Kathy Stewart

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Comfort dogs visit Newtown, Conn. community

The residents of Newtown, Conn., are getting help from volunteers skilled in offering comfort. And they do it without saying a word.

Tags: kate ryan, comfort dogs, Sandy Hook,

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Remembering the victims: #20Acts of kindness

As the nation mourns the massacre in Newtown, Conn., Americans are banding together and committing acts of kindness in memory of the 26 lives lost last week.

Tags: alicia lozano, 20 acts, Ann Curry

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