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By Kevin Winter SANTA MONICA, Calif. (CN) — Taking jabs at Texas and the U.S. Supreme Court in hopes of protecting Californians as well, Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday signed several gun safety bills into law. . The authors of SB…

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas was named National Gun Sense Legislator of the Year by Everytown for gun safety. Lucas has advocated for gun safety reforms in part through his work as co-chair of Mayors against illegal weaponsa…

The race for the open state Senate seat in northeast Seattle features two Democrats — a veteran lawmaker focusing on gun safety legislation and a first-time candidate focusing on housing policy.State Representative Javier Valdez has…

(CNN) - California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed a package of gun safety bills that require more regulations on gun sales and dealers in the state, as well and increased information sharing between schools and law…

First District congressional candidate Herb Jones and Moms Demand Action speaker Courtney Champion. (Kate Kimmel for Henrico Citizen) Mass shootings, suicide and domestic violence were some of the topics addressed by First…

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Dr. Stacy J. Taylor regularly asks her patients about the safe storage of firearms at home."Someone said they put it in their bedside table and it was loaded," said Taylor, a family physician at Trinity Health New England. "So I said,…

Georgia's second-largest school district on Thursday approved a policy allowing certain employees who are not certified police officers to carry firearms into schools, but excluded teachers from those who may be…

Texas' top Republican in the U.S. Senate, John Cornyn, has for most of his two decades in office fared relatively unscathed in his re-election campaigns and political polls. But his popularity with Republicans and Independents seems to…

Last month, the federal government passed the first gun safety law in decades, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Actwhile at the same time the Supreme Court declared a constitutional right to bear arms in public. So it's…

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Supporters of a proposed initiative in Oregon that would require people to obtain permits to purchase firearms say concerns about recent mass shootings have bolstered their efforts and they have enough signatures to place…

The Ohio GOP Senate candidate got the highest possible rating from the National Rifle Association and wants to "ABOLISH the ATF." Although he once supported some efforts to combat gun violence, Republican Senate!-->!-->…

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The gun safety law forged following tense bipartisan discussions in the Senate last month was announced as the first federal legislation in 30 years to address rising gun violence. But what often falls under the radar is the new law's…

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued a new directive on Tuesday for Maryland State Police to immediately ignore a law restricting concealed carry in the state.…

Here is the author's opinion and analysis:A horrific event in San Antonio last week showed the country that the US-Mexico border can be as deadly for migrants as a sniper shooting into a crowd.Last week, dozens of migrants…

By Lauren del Valle and Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN New York Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul on Friday signed into law a bill restricting the concealed carry of firearms in places such as government buildings and schools after…

Shelby County Government launches new Council on Gun Safety which aims to raise awareness of the safe storage of firearms, in hopes of reducing suicides, accidental shootings and firearms falling into the hands of criminals.In his…

The Montana Board of Regents has full authority to oversee Montana's university system, and a bill that attempted to strip it of its power to restrict firearms on campus is unconstitutional when applied…

For the editor: As a mother, aunt, pediatrician and neighbor to beloved children, I have long been deeply disturbed by the exorbitant levels of gun violence in our country, and my heart was again sickened last month by the massacre of…

ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: In the space of just a few hours, the country took two big steps in different directions on firearms last week. On Thursday morning, the Supreme Court struck down a century-old law…

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Daniel Webster of Johns Hopkins University's Center for Gun Violence Solutions about the likely effect of gun law changes coming from Congress and the Supreme Court. ARI SHAPIRO,…

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – A group has gathered in Bakersfield in response to gun violence and the growing number of mass shootings across the country. A rally to end gun violence in our country. Local supporters came to…

WOOD (Idaho Statesman) – With uncommon bipartisan support, Congress approved the first major national gun safety legislation in nearly 30 years late this week, even as each of Idaho’s four congressional lawmakers voted against the…

John M. BridgelandAs Congress moves to pass gun safety legislation this week to keep Americans and our children safe, while the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a century-old law in New York that will undermine states' ability to regulate…

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Americans have a fundamental right to carry a handgun in public, a landmark decision with profound implications for states and cities across the country facing an upsurge in gun violence. The 6-3…

The Supreme United States Legislature has set new rules, including a tasty treat that will lead us to a world where many more people on the New York City subway are packing up the heat. But there are already guns in New Yorksaid a guy in…

When it comes to gun policy, there has never been a day like Thursday. The Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision striking down a concealed carry law in New York, its most significant decision on the subject since 2008. Hours later, the…

Experts from Johns Hopkins University have suggested that laws that impose restrictions or limitations on access to firearms under certain conditions can be effective. “Laws that temporarily bar those convicted of violent crimes or those…

Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr For decades, American politicians have had a disturbing tendency to make big promises on combating gun violence in the wake of horrific mass shootings, and then, as the weeks go by, the…

With thousands of people dying each year from self-inflicted gunshot wounds, suicides are a crucial part of the debate over American gun policy. Yet, compared to mass shootings and other homicides, these deaths tend not to attract as much…

A recent gun violence forum squandered an opportunity when organizers said they would not discuss gun policy.The forum, which included local law enforcement and elected leaders, was designed to discuss how to make people…

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Politicization pays off. And I hope we're headed down the slippery slope that the gun…

I joined the Wakefield High School walkout after the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TX. The kids are more than ready for Congress to address the gun violence crisis in the United States! The United States is going…

Austin, TX, June 17, 2022 — Before he could say a word, the boos descended on Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) during his speech at the Texas GOP convention. After stepping onto the podium, about a minute and a half passed…

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National law enforcement groups join the chorus of Kentuckians calling on the US Senate to pass meaningful gun safety measures. A bipartisan group of senators are working on specific legislation after…

After a active fire forum held at Tulsa Tech on Tuesday night, Sheriff Vic Regalado weighed in on whether carrying without a license combined with other lax gun regulations in Oklahoma is a safety…

Austin, TX, June 15, 2022 — Gun control is the hot topic of the day and likely the rest of the year after the horrific Uvalde shootings that left 19 children and two adults dead - and this issue has taken on equal…

Austin, TX, June 14, 2022 — Tarrant County and Harris County Commissioners' Courts passed resolutions this week urging Governor Greg Abbott to call a special legislative session to "protect our children from mass…

Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina met Monday in Boston to discuss various issues, including gun control. The debate, which was produced by FOX News, took place…

A group of 200 leading writers, producers and directors have signed an open letter backed by the Brady Organization Against Gun Violence that includes a commitment to incorporate gun safety best practices into their shows and to…

When it comes to legislation to address gun violence, the Democratic-led U.S. House of Representatives has been busy. Last year, the House approved two bills, both related to expanding background checks on gun purchases, and last week…

The TEDxPortland ideas conference and gubernatorial candidate Betsy Johnson are in a tight race for who had the worst week. Johnson's unscheduled appearance on May 27 at TEDx drew mockery from the outraged crowd over his votes against the…

May 24 was just another day for the kids at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. The school year was almost over and summer was fast approaching. But, what started out as a bright, sunny day…

Just weeks after a mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, left 19 students and two teachers dead, Wisconsin residents across the state will demonstrate this weekend demanding action on student safety. fire…

On the afternoon of June 1, a man walked into a local gun store and purchased an AR-type rifle. A few hours later, he used this rifle and a handgun he!--End>!--ByLine>…

The New York Times estimates that four gun control measures being considered by Congress…

WASHINGTON — As bipartisan talks on anti-gun violence legislation heat up, Senate Republican chief negotiator John Cornyn of Texas found himself in a familiar place: dismissing unsubstantiated claims that the Senate is considering trampling…

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Mayor Van Johnson is calling for gun policy, saying more than 180 mayors across the country are working against a partisan "impasse" in the nation's capital. During a press briefing on Wednesday, Johnson…

Matthew McConaughey said we had to "lean in to not allow the bad guy to have before you have to catch it." The actor became a vocal advocate for gun reform after…

In a sea of ​​rainbow colors in Fair Park on Sunday afternoon during the Dallas Pride Parade, there were dozens of participants dressed in all orange as a symbol of remembering those who lost to gun violence and advocating…

Posted By: The Journalist June 4, 2022 Call for special session to pass new gun regulations On May 27, Indiana Senate Democrats wrote a letter to Governor Eric Holcomb urging him to call a special session to discuss gun safety…

I really don't understand what's so hard about understanding the Second Amendment to our American Constitution. Does anyone even recognize this next sentence? "A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free…

I commend President Biden and Congress for wanting to act on gun laws. Biden's common sense will prevail.However, I ask one thing: whatever task forces are formed to create or change gun laws, they must include firearms…

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Engage experts on gun policyI commend President Biden and Congress for wanting to act on gun laws. Biden's common sense will prevail.However, I ask one thing: whatever task forces are formed to create or change gun laws,…

Internet Explorer 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.Frank Figliuzzi compares OK and TX shootings: Tulsa 'suicidal shooter' had 'beef'04:37Now PlayingHouse Judiciary Cmte. vote on gun safety…

A gun reform rally was held Tuesday afternoon outside U.S. Senator Pat Toomey's office building in downtown Pittsburgh. Several organizations, including the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers, March for Our Lives,…

Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers informed about Texas' most essential news. Time is the enemy. A week has passed since 21 people were murdered at a primary school in Uvalde, an…

I find the gun safety debate lacking in candor.People think it makes more sense to tell only part of the truth, to hold up the sale in an effort to get something – anything – done.But lying will always lead to a trap.Let me explain: The…

In Texas, where firearms are already an integral part of the cultural landscape, a powerful political force is helping to stifle regulations aimed at limiting access to high-powered firearms.The National Rifle Association (NRA) is one of…

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — As the nation comes to terms with the latest mass shooting, one in which 19 schoolchildren and two teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas, Pa. Governor Tom Wolf and Attorney General Josh Shapiro…

By FARNOUSH AMIRI and LISA MASCARO, Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats' first attempt to respond to back-to-back mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas, failed in the Senate on Thursday as Republicans blocked a domestic…

California has more gun laws and tougher restrictions than almost any other state, but Democratic leaders are seeking to further restrict access to guns in the wake of the horrific massacre at a Texas elementary school this week.Governor…

The tragic death last year of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, shot by actor Alec Baldwin on the set of the film "Rust", rightly prompted the film industry and public policy makers to re-examine the procedures of security on productions…

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Volunteers from the nonprofit Moms Demand Action, in partnership with the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, will recognize Akila Jayaraman of Stanton College Prep and Anaya King of Raines High School for their…

Two gun safety bills on film sets in California following the fatal shooting on the set of 'Rust' last year missed a key deadline in the state Senate Thursday and were prevented from advancing. Senate Bill 831 by Sen. Dave Cortese (D-San…

Louisville officials have taken the first steps toward enacting gun safety measures in the city. At Tuesday night's city council meeting, council members heard the first reading of several new gun violence prevention ordinances. The gun…

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) - The Firearms industryStry Trade Association revealed that at least 5.4 million people bought a firearm for the first time last year. In the first six months of 2021, nearly 87% of gun stores…

Placeholder while loading article actionsThe current and seemingly inescapable crisis of gun violence in the United States, most recently manifested in Saturday's horrific massacre in Buffalo, poses a grave threat to our fragile democracy.…

Among the exceptions is the killer in the tragic 2021 Plymouth shooting. Jake Davison, 22, from the Keyham area of ​​Plymouth murdered five people and injured two others before killing himself.Ian Jensen, a former Metropolitan Police…

DENVER (CBS4) – Within days of each other, two young Colorado children died after getting their hands on guns; a 3-year-old boy died on South Pecos Street on April 17; a 6-year-old boy died in Fort Collins from a self-inflicted gunshot…

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — In a grim first for the United States as firearm-related deaths overtook car crashes as the leading cause of youth deaths in 2020 after the CDC reported an increase in 29.5% compared to the previous year.…

The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a free two-night citizen training on handgun safety at West Bath Fire Station from 6-8 p.m. May 2-3 in response to the 2021 shootings during where children got their hands on unsecured…

After a ghost gun was used in the recent shooting death of a teenager in Mott Haven, a Bronx lawmaker is ready to act federally. U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres was joined by Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Bronx District…

More than 16 million American adults purchased a firearm in 2020, an increase of more than 20% year over year from 13.8 million in 2019. The non-profit organization Guns Down America enlisted Energy BBDO to create a visceral and…

As the Department of Defense ramps up suicide prevention efforts focused on gun safety, the CEO of Stop Soldier Suicide shares data to put the issue in context, and a military widow shares her story and how she found healing and hope in the…

More than 16 million American adults purchased a firearm in 2020, an increase of more than 20% year-over-year from 13.8 million in 2019. Non-profit organization Guns Down America enlisted Energy BBDO to…

For months, high school students in Idaho worked with state lawmakers to craft a resolution on gun violence. They prepared moving testimonies about the loss of family or friends to suicide, the feelings of numbness from…

NEW YORK — Democrats have spent years pledging to address gun violence plaguing communities across the United States. But a spate of mass shootings over the weekend that left dozens injured and two dead was a reminder of how little they…

SAN DIEGO — The La Mesa City Council voted three to two to reject a new gun storage safety ordinance that would close loopholes in state laws already in effect, but favored a new one. public information campaign on gun safety.…

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is reviewing its room rental policy after a controversial class was held at one of its facilities over the weekend.Nephi Khaliki, a gun safety instructor, has come under fire…

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is reviewing its room rental policy after a controversial class was held at one of its facilities over the weekend.Nephi Khaliki, a gun safety instructor, has come under fire…

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is reviewing its room rental policy after a controversial class was held at one of its facilities over the weekend.Nephi Khaliki, a gun safety instructor, has come under fire…

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is reviewing its room rental policy after a controversial class was held at one of its facilities over the weekend.Nephi Khaliki, a gun safety instructor, has come under fire…

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) — Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action will hold a press conference Wednesday via Zoom to demand passage of gun safety legislation.The group's press conference comes after President Joe Biden on Monday…

It's a bad idea to gamble or play with guns. When handled improperly, firearms can be very dangerous. The penalty is easy injury - or even death. That said, you need to be extra careful whenever dealing with firearms.However, there are…

During a press conference Monday in Washington, D.C. to unveil the new phantom gun regulations, President Joe Biden paid tribute to the victims of the Saugus High School shooting. In a ceremony held on the White House lawn, Biden…

Mike Fox is the State Legislative Officer for the Virginia chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. (HANDOUT)My current wife and I were at her wedding dress fitting in downtown Charlottesville when white supremacists attacked…

Getty ImagesBoy (4-6 years old) reaches up to a bedroom drawer which contains a gunNaturally, many want to keep their family and loved ones safe, so they go out and buy a gun. This is where the problem begins. When purchasing a firearm,…

Ellen RosenblumRosenblum is the attorney general of Oregon.Last month, federal agents and local police uncovered a massive "ghost gun" manufacturing operation, seizing dozens of firearms and firearm components from a Salem home. Officers…

Connecticut doesn't have time to talk about guns.Not that there hasn't been a lot to talk about in the current legislative session. Governor Ned Lamont alone submitted 52 pages on the topic of improving gun safety. But the 2022 session,…

Police: Suspect's brother arrested in Sacramento... 6 hours ago…

Although Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh welcomed the passing of the ghost ban, State Senator Susan Lee and Montgomery County Del. Lesley Lopez wondered how Governor Larry Hogan would react.…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – Louisville Metro Police said there was a spike in accidental shootings in 2022, a…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Some state lawmakers are pushing for more gun safety in Tennessee. the invoice basically puts the onus on gun owners because he would give them a voucher for a gun safety course. While this originally focused on…

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Gun experts spoke to FOX13 about keeping your guns safe and kids safe after a 3-year-old child died after accidentally shooting himself.3-year-old boy dies after shooting himself in bedroom, Memphis police say“It deters…

Police said they would implement a new firearms policy for civilians involved in neutralizing terrorists, following an attack in the southern city of Beersheba that killed four Israelis on Tuesday. Mohammad Ghaleb Abu al-Qi'an, 34,…

Job03/24/2022 01:00 The League of Women Voters of Glenview/Glencoe is hosting a virtual discussion on gun safety at…

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed into law three gun safety laws Wednesday, with survivors of gun violence in attendance for the signing.Legislation includes HB 1705, banning ghost guns; HB 1630, banning firearms in…

LUBBOCK, Texas — Following the shooting death of a 4-month-old baby, a local gun store manager told KLBK News on Wednesday that injuries and deaths from mishandling firearms can often be avoided. “First and foremost, my heart goes…

ST. PAUL, Minnesota (WCCO) – Gun safety advocates returned to the Capitol in person Wednesday for the first time since the pandemic began two years ago to urge the Minnesota Legislature to expand background checks for all gun sales.…

6:00 p.m. weather reportRain will turn to snow overnight in the Twin Cities, resulting in a possibly muddy morning drive.2 hours agoWisconsin woman gives birth on I-94Valuable cargo travels on Interstate 94 every day, but a couple from…

Topeka lawmakers are again at odds over what kind of gun safety training should be required in schools and what input the National Rifle Association should have in that program.The debate has raged for several years but took on new momentum…

Gun laws in other states save lives and could work here in Delaware - according to a coalition pushing for gun safety reform.Dozens of gun violence prevention advocates gathered Thursday at Rodney…

Gun safety advocates won a string of victories in the 2022 legislative session in Washington, ranging from long-sought restrictions on high-capacity magazines to limitations on the open carry of firearms. Perhaps…

Every week, I spend a few days with two great-granddaughters. One of them is a 4-year-old child who gets hours out of kindergarten before both her parents stop working. The other has a mother who starts work several hours before her…

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - When Traci Kennedy heard about Monday's shooting at East High, her initial reaction was the same as many: shock and sadness. Being from West Des Moines and having kids in school, she says her heart aches for…

A new report ranks Idaho near the bottom among states for its gun safety laws.The Everytown for Gun Safety organization ranks Idaho 49th in the strength of its gun laws. Of the 50 gun-related policies the…

The organization Everytown for Gun Safety places Idaho 49th for the strength of its gun laws. Of the 50…

Military leaders plan to dramatically expand their gun safety programs in an effort to stem suicides among service members, as do other federal agencies and public health experts.During congressional testimony on Wednesday, Karen Orvis,…

Americans' credit scores have improved markedly over the past year, especially for people paying off student loan debt. Credit scores have risen, largely thanks to government interventions to keep households afloat…

On October 21, actor Alec Baldwin and famed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins were involved in an incident while filming "Rust" that left Hutchins with a fatal gunshot wound. Since that horrific event, Baldwin has come under intense…

Today, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones joins Cure Violence frontline workers, gun violence prevention advocates and survivors, and Everytown for Gun Safety in commemorating Black History Month with a video highlighting efforts to reduce gun…

NAAC Finance will connect the unbanked with quick cash and financial education, helping them avoid predatory high-interest loans. More than 7 million U.S.…

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter wants to extend and expand the city's Guaranteed Income pilot program, doubling the number of beneficiaries receiving monthly payments.The mayor, during his State of Our City Address Tuesday Morning, announced!-->…

SAN DIEGO (CNS) — A new San Diego County ordinance requiring all firearms in unincorporated areas of the county to be stored securely with a trigger lock or enclosed in a container goes into effect Friday.The only exception to the order is…

No credit check loans are loans where the lender does not check the borrower's credit before approving and lending loans. These types of loans can be tempting if your credit is poor and you don't qualify for other products. However, no…