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Today in History: Tragic Shooting at Binghamton Civic Association Claims Thirteen

4/3/2026

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On April 3, 2009, a gunman attacked the American Civic Association in Binghamton, New York, killing thirteen people and injuring four others before taking his own life. This tragic event shocked the community and highlighted issues surrounding gun violence in the United States. Binghamton, a city with a population of nearly 48,000, mourned the loss deeply.

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On April 3, 2009, a gunman attacked the American Civic Association in Binghamton, New York, killing thirteen people and injuring four others before taking his own life. This tragic event shocked the community and highlighted issues surrounding gun violence in the United States. Binghamton, a city with a population of nearly 48,000, mourned the loss deeply.