Illinois assault weapons ban: US Supreme Court refuses to block law
The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to put on hold a new Illinois law that would ban high-power semiautomatic weapons like the one used in the mass killing of seven people at a 2022 parade in a Chicago suburb.
Indiana lawmakers sound the alarm after 10 deadly accidental shootings involving children
Gun control is at the top of the minds of lawmakers in Indiana following 10 deadly accidental shootings involving children.
U.S. Supreme Court receives emergency plea to block Illinois' assault weapons ban
A firearms retailer and a national gun rights group have filed an emergency plea with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to block Illinois' assault weapons ban.
U.S. Supreme Court receives emergency plea to block Illinois' assault weapons ban
A firearms retailer and a national gun rights group have filed an emergency plea with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to block Illinois' assault weapons ban.
Supreme Court seems likely to preserve gun law that protects domestic violence victims
Liberal and conservative justices sounded persuaded by arguments from the Biden administration's top Supreme Court lawyer that the prohibition is in line with the longstanding practice of disarming dangerous people.
Federal appeals court upholds Illinois semiautomatic weapons ban
A federal appeals court on Friday upheld Illinois' prohibition on high-power semiautomatic weapons, refusing to put a hold on the law adopted in response to the mass killing of seven people at a 2022 parade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park.
Illinois gun owners hesitate to register assault weapons amid national debate
Assault weapon owners in the state have until the end of the year to register their firearms and attachments with the Illinois State Police.
Illinois gun owners hesitate to register assault weapons amid national debate
Assault weapon owners in the state have until the end of the year to register their firearms and attachments with the Illinois State Police.
Illinois State Police take questions over assault weapons ban
The Illinois State Police held a second hearing Friday about the new assault weapons ban and its role in society.
Maine shooting prompts calls for gun control, new details released
Authorities are still searching for the Maine mass shooting suspect, Robert Card.
Illinois State Police encourage registration of assault-style weapons
Illinois State Police are urging gun owners in the state to register their assault-style weapons in compliance with the Protect Illinois Communities Act, which went into effect at the start of the year.
New law requires Illinois residents to register semi-automatic firearms
Illinois residents who own semi-automatic firearms are now required by law to register them with the state police. This registration is part of the state's ban on assault weapons.
New law requires Illinois residents to register semi-automatic firearms
Illinois residents who own semi-automatic firearms are now required by law to register them with the state police. This registration is part of the state's ban on assault weapons.
Biden-Harris create White House office for gun violence prevention
The Biden-Harris Administration launched a new office for gun violence prevention, the first of its kind created on a federal level.
Biden-Harris administration creates office for gun violence prevention
The White House announced a new office for gun violence prevention Friday. VP Kamala Harris will lead the way prioritizing support for survivors of gun violence also offering up financial assistance for mental health support and more.
White House launches office of gun violence prevention
Vice President Kama Harris will lead a new federal office to combat the surge in gun violence across the country.
School shootings reach all-time high — again
The U.S. has had 30 school shootings so far this year, with 16 people killed and 32 injured. Twelve of those deaths were students or other children.
Firearms Trade Association sues Illinois AG Kwame Raoul over new gun law
The National Shooting Sports Foundation has filed a lawsuit against Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, challenging the constitutionality of a recently signed law that allows the prosecution of gun manufacturers for specific marketing practices.
Firearms Trade Association sues Illinois AG Kwame Raoul over new gun law
The National Shooting Sports Foundation has filed a lawsuit against Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, challenging the constitutionality of a recently signed law that allows the prosecution of gun manufacturers for specific marketing practices.
Naperville gun dealer appeals to US Supreme Court to lift assault weapon ban
As the battle over assault weapons in Illinois heats up, gun supporters are coming to the aid of a west suburban firearms dealer.