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Licensed gun owner turns tables on would-be carjackers amid soaring Chicago violence

May 31, 2023

Licensed gun owner turns tables on would-be carjackers amid soaring Chicago violence

Two suspected armed carjackers in Chicago were arrested after a concealed carry holder returned fire on the pair, injuring one, according to the police department.

Georgia Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit challenging law that allows firearms on college campuses

May 31, 2023

Georgia Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit challenging law that allows firearms on college campuses

The Georgia Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit brought by college professors seeking the removal of a law that allows firearms on college campuses.

Kansas City teen who was shot in head for knocking on wrong door walks at brain injury event

May 30, 2023

Kansas City teen who was shot in head for knocking on wrong door walks at brain injury event

Ralph Yarl, a Kansas City teen who was shot after arriving at the wrong house, walked with friends, family and other supporters during a brain injury awareness event on Memorial Day.

Biden misfire: Gun rights group urges House to block ATF rule banning pistol braces

May 26, 2023

Biden misfire: Gun rights group urges House to block ATF rule banning pistol braces

Gun rights advocacy groups are asking Republican lawmakers to block a new ATF rule that makes it a felony to own a plastic accessory for handguns, known as pistol braces.

Judge tosses Chicago's lawsuit against Indiana gun shop

May 25, 2023

Judge tosses Chicago's lawsuit against Indiana gun shop

A judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the city of Chicago against Westforth Sports Inc., which alleged the Indiana store sold hundreds of guns in straw purchases that were used by felons.

Connecticut House passes largest gun control package since Sandy Hook

May 25, 2023

Connecticut House passes largest gun control package since Sandy Hook

The Connecticut House of Representatives passed the largest gun control initiative undertaken by the state since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting occurred over a decade ago.

Biden renews gun control pleas one year after Uvalde massacre

May 25, 2023

Biden renews gun control pleas one year after Uvalde massacre

President Biden commemorated the first anniversary of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, with a plea for Congress to enact new gun control laws.

Iowa Sen Joni Ernst demands investigation of ATF for alleged waste of 'millions' in taxpayer dollars

May 25, 2023

Iowa Sen Joni Ernst demands investigation of ATF for alleged waste of 'millions' in taxpayer dollars

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, sent a letter to DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz on Tuesday demanding an investigation into reports of waste at ATF.

Federal court deals blow to ATF pistol brace rule ahead of gun accessory registration deadline

May 24, 2023

Federal court deals blow to ATF pistol brace rule ahead of gun accessory registration deadline

Federal appeals court issues temporary injunction blocking ATF from enforcing a rule on pistol stabilizing braces days before owners were required to register with the bureau.

Firearms expert taunts pro-gun control academics with bet on rising crime

May 23, 2023

Firearms expert taunts pro-gun control academics with bet on rising crime

Crime Prevention Research Center founder John Lott bet 12 gun control academics that homicides would go up in Brazil after the election of left-wing President Lula.