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School Shooting Threats: Georgia Voices Speak Out | Patch PM

Police: No 'Just Kidding' | Chipper Jones On Assault Rifles | Sheriff On Teachers With Guns | ATL Schools Threat | Delta Dumps The NRA

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Police To Students: No Such Thing As 'Just Kidding'

After arresting a 15-year-old on Thursday and a 16-year-old on Wednesday, both for making threats against their schools, police warn there is no such thing as "just kidding."

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Chipper Jones: Civilians Don't Need Assault Rifles

Chipper Jones, the Hall of Fame-bound Atlanta Braves legend who is an avid hunter and outdoorsman, says civilians have no need for military-style weapons like the one used in this month's Florida school shooting.

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Sheriff: Arming Teachers Not The Solution To School Security

The debate around ways to prevent tragic school shootings like the Feb. 14 massacre at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, continues to rage, as the student survivors and others push for lawmakers to come up with solutions that will keep youngsters safe while they are in the classroom.

Atlanta Schools Threat: Police Investigating, Security Upped

Law enforcement agencies including the FBI are investigating a threat made on social media aimed at four Atlanta high schools.

Delta Air Lines, United Ending NRA Discounts

Delta Air Lines and United Airlines will be ending discounts for National Rifle Association members, joining a growing list of businesses cutting ties with the gun group in the wake of last week's deadly school shooting in Florida.

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