The events are intended to rally support for stricter gun control laws in the wake of school shootings. Protesters held signs and chanted as they marched to Los Angeles City Hall for the “March for Our Lives” rally. At Washington’s “March for Our Lives” rally, throngs jammed Pennsylvania Avenue for blocks. The mayor of Houston, Texas told thousands of demonstrators at a “March for Our Lives” rally that adults have a responsibility to protect all children. ——1 a.m.With thousands of demonstrators gathering in Washington, organizers of the March for Our Lives rally say the country has reached a historic emotional tipping point on gun violence.

Source: National Post March 24, 2018 13:17 UTC