5 things to know for Monday, May 30, 2022 – CTV News

May 30, 2022

U.S. President Joe Biden pledges action in Uvalde, a cross-Canada cyclist turns a tragedy into a mission to help others, and rockabilly legend Ronnie Hawkins dies at the age of 87. Here’s what you need to know today.

1. Presidential pledge: Facing chants of “do something” during a visit where he met with grieving families after the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, U.S. President Joe Biden responds: “We will.”

2. Canadian firearms: The federal government plans to table new firearms legislation today, as Statistics Canada releases a report saying violent gun crime is on the rise.

3. Ronnie Hawkins: Ronnie Hawkins, the southern U.S. rockabilly artist credited with playing a major role in developing Canada’s music scene after moving north of the border, has died at 87.

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