Edwards adapting to life after shooting

By Julian Routh and Brittney Edwards | The Duquesne Duke Nearly three months after his father opened fire on his family, fourth-year pharmacy major Jimmy Edwards plans to return to Duquesne next semester. Edwards, 21, said he is “feeling great” other than pain in his left ring finger, and is excited to get back on campus. “I want to see all my friends, and believe … Continue reading Edwards adapting to life after shooting

Student in fair condition after father attacks family in Shaler

By Julian Routh | News Editor Fourth-year pharmacy major Jimmy Edwards is in fair condition in Allegheny General Hospital after his father opened fire at their home in Shaler last Thursday morning. The condition of Edwards, 21, was upgraded from critical to fair on Sunday, according to hospital spokesperson Dan Laurent. He remained in fair condition Wednesday. To help pay for medical expenses, funeral costs … Continue reading Student in fair condition after father attacks family in Shaler

Breaking: Duquesne student in critical condition, two dead in Shaler shooting

By Julian Routh | News Editor A father opened fire on his family in Shaler early Thursday morning, killing his daughter and critically injuring his wife and son, who attends Duquesne. Allegheny County Police say James Edwards, 52, went room-to-room with two .44-caliber revolvers and attempted to kill his family before turning the gun on himself. Edwards and his 19-year-old daughter Laurin died at the … Continue reading Breaking: Duquesne student in critical condition, two dead in Shaler shooting