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Until our lawmakers pass bold, meaningful action, more children will cower behind desks, texting their family “I love you” as shots ring out just beyond the classroom door.

Neighbors banged pots and pans on their porches while a chorus of fireworks, cheers and sirens rang out in Highland Park.

Communities in the region have been hard hit by the violence, sometimes having to hide in their homes for days as shots ring out outside.

The BBC has spoken to some of the people who were just a few feet away from him as the gunfire rang out.

Witnesses said the area was busy at the time and as the sound of the explosion rang out, children began to scream.