No evidence violent video games lead to mass shootings: Tech researcher Gene Marrano August 8, 2019 1 minute read Dr. James Ivory – Va Tech photo Its been a talking point for the President and some Republicans since the twin mass shootings over the weekend – violent video games as a root cause – but a Virginia Tech researcher debunks that theory. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Salem teen wins honors, college scholarship for Alzheimer’s essayNext: At the Movies: the documentary “Maiden” Related Stories 3 minutes read Old Dominion University alumna killed in Minneapolis ICE shooting Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 4 minutes read Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo returns this weekend with high-stakes competition Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 3 minutes read Radford University chair warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ as Venezuela transitions to new leadership Ian Price January 8, 2026 0