Oxford shooting survivors meet a shattered new reality after mass killer's sentencing

The Oxford High School shooting's sentencing Friday included dozens of survivors giving heartbreaking testimony about the trauma they continue to experience, the flashbacks filled with the sounds of gunshots, and a realization that life will never be the same.

Oxford High School shooter's sentence: life in prison without parole

On Friday, the Oxford High School shooter returned to court for his final appearance in Judge Kwame Rowe's courtroom where a bit of closure on some level was brought to the families in Oxford.

Oxford High School shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole

The shooter also gave brief remarks before learning of his fate, promising to do better no matter his sentence. He also asked for the same punishment that his victims had requested.

'Today was about victims': Prosecutor asks judge for maximum sentence for Oxford shooter

The Oxford High School shooter's final day in Judge Kwame Rowe's courtroom included gripping statements from victims and survivors of the Nov. 30, 2021 shooting. 

'Please stay with me': Oxford shooting survivor describes reassuring Hana St. Juliana after both were shot

Kylie Ossege said she thought balloons were popping on Nov. 30, 2021, before realizing she had been shot at Oxford High School. She said she thought she was dying as she reassured Hana St. Juliana that help was on the way.

Hana St. Juliana's sister speaks during Oxford sentencing: 'Loving Hana shouldn't be this painful'

Life for the St. Juliana family hasn't been the same since losing their daughter on Nov. 30, 2021. Reina, who read statements from her mom and herself during the shooter's sentencing two years after the tragic day, says the words “we love her too much" are too hard to hear.

Justin Shilling would have been Oxford shooter's friend if he had only asked, his mom says

When Justin Shilling was murdered inside of Oxford High School in November 2021, he was killed while protecting another student. His mom, Jill Soave, says that was exactly what she would have expected from her son and that he was a kind soul who wanted to help and protect others.

Psychologist who interviewed Oxford High School shooter believes he can be rehabilitated

"This is someone who was socially isolated, neglected, and was not properly groomed to be a normal human being," said a psychologist who interviewed the shooter six times. He believes the shooter can be rehabilitated.

Oxford community commemorates 2-year mark of school shooting by honoring victims

Community members are holding each other up, showing Oxford students love and support – with local businesses putting up “Oxford Strong" signs and offering free goodies and activities.

Oxford High School shooting anniversary brings calls for change from parents

The day before the Oxford High School parents and community members attended a roundtable discussion, where they talked about what needs to change.

Oxford community presses for gun safety two years after tragic mass shooting

While community members continue to seek ways to prevent tragedies like the Oxford High School shooting from happening again, they remain attached to that fateful day two years ago.

Oxford students walk out, protesting district 2 years after school shooting

Oxford High School students walked out of their classes and held a rally on Tuesday to demand action – as they still feel unheard two years after the deadly school shooting.

Oxford School Board comments on shooting report, parents express ongoing concerns

The school board apologized to all Oxford students, the victims, families, and staff in a meeting on Tuesday. However, numerous parents expressed that an apology alone is insufficient; they are calling for the removal of board members.

Oxford shooting report offers clarity, sparks more questions from community

The 572-page report issued on the Oxford High School shooting offered clarity for how the district should have acted before and after the tragedy. However, questions remain.