Too many lives are lost to mass shootings, terrorist attacks, and other acts of violence each year. Attacks caused by religion, anger, or political motivations leave our nation grieving. It sometimes seems like no place is entirely safe from mass killings. Airports, movie theaters, and even churches have been targets.

While it's difficult to grapple with such material, in order to commemorate the lives lost, this list of mass shootings covers all the violent incidents that occurred in 2018. As mass murders are becoming increasingly the norm, documenting the 2018 mass shootings can people stay aware of a massive public safety issue in our country. See the list of mass shootings in 2019 for more up-to-date news.

This is a list of the deadliest mass killings of the year. We offer the deepest condolences to all those affected.