Spotlight More states are putting panic alarms in schools Robbie Sequeira Stateline.org Sep 13, 2026 Sep 13, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago 0 × USA Today - Vertical A Secret Service training in Delaware emphasized information sharing and early action to stop school attacks. Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Pencils sit in a container during a back-to-school backpack assembly event at Big Sunday on Aug. 5, in Los Angeles, California. 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Secret Service tells Delaware school shootings can often be prevented A Secret Service training in Delaware emphasized information sharing and early action to stop school attacks.
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