Shots Fired, Vomit, Wills and Gun Control Top Regional Roundup

Police Investigate a Norristown Shooting

Shots were fired in an incident in the area of Moore and High streets in Norristown sometime after 9 p.m. on Thursday evening, March 28. Details are few, but police were on the scene at approximately 9:20 p.m. and searching the area for evidence.

After being arrested for an alleged driving under the influence, Christopher Gring, 29, of the 2500 block of S. Parkview Dr. in Norristown was arrested for Criminal Mischief, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct and Public Drunkenness on March 16. During his arrest, police say that Gring made himself throw up in the police van.

Gun Control Supporters Call for Universal Background Checks at Courthouse Rally

More than a dozen local politicians, law enforcement officers and gun control supporters took to the steps of the Montgomery County Courthouse on Thursday afternoon to call for what they say is "commonsense" gun legislation requiring universal background checks for anyone wishing to purchase a firearm in any situation.

What Happens If You Die Without a Will?

If you've ever wanted to understand what might happen if you don't have a plan, one local attorney took time out in his blog this week to explain it.