Migos rapper Quavo advocates against gun violence in Washington after nephew Takeoff’s shooting death
Migos rapper Quavo met with political figures, including Vice President Kamala Harris, and later spoke on a panel about combating gun violence in Washington on Wednesday.
'Armed fisherman' promotes Florida's gun law loophole
Floridians can now carry a firearm without a permit in most places, as long as the weapon is concealed and they’re not a felon. However, some are still pushing the envelope, using a loophole in state law to carry guns out in the open.
Manatee commissioners approve policy allowing county employees to carry guns at work
County employees in Manatee County will soon be able to be armed at work. The Manatee County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the policy Tuesday morning.
Firearms become top public health concern among Americans, poll shows
A new national poll shows access to guns and firearms has become top of mind for many Americans.
Judge rules banning gun sales to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional
The judge's ruling, if not overturned, would allow firearms dealers to sell guns to 18- to 20-year-olds.
US gun deaths reach record total in 2021, report finds
More Americans died of gun-related injuries in 2021 than in any other year on record, according to a Pew Research Center report.
Fox News Poll: Voters favor gun limits over arming citizens to reduce gun violence
Half of the people polled worry about being a victim of gun violence, including many in gun-owning households.
Recent mistaken shootings renew ‘stand your ground’ debates
There have been several reported mistaken shootings happening across the country.
Gun owners may want concealed carry permit, despite Florida's new permitless carry rule
Starting July 1, it will be legal to carry a concealed weapon without a permit. But Wilton Simpson, the state's new commissioner of agriculture, is still encouraging Floridians to get one for a few reasons.
How regulations will change with Florida’s new permitless carry law taking effect in July
Come July 1, permitless carry will be legal in Florida after Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill into law on Monday. It allows people to carry concealed weapons without a permit, but there are still some regulations.
Bill that would allow concealed carry weapons without a permit, training heads to Gov. DeSantis’ desk
A bill that would allow you to carry concealed weapons without a permit or training is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis’ desk.
Groups against gun violence protest in St. Pete against proposed gun laws
Prevent Gun Violence Florida, families of the Parkland school shooting victims and other groups gathered in St. Petersburg Thursday in protest of proposed gun legislation.
West Virginia governor signs new carry bill, allowing for guns on public college, university campuses
West Virginia’s governor has signed a bill allowing people with concealed carry permits to take firearms onto public college and university campuses.
Commissioners look to turn Manatee County into 'Second Amendment sanctuary'
Manatee County Commissioner Jason Bearden said he wants to protect the Second Amendment rights of residents. He’s calling for Manatee to become a gun sanctuary county.
Florida lawmakers propose 'constitutional carry' bill to allow concealed weapons without licenses
Calling the proposal an effort to "remove the government permission slip," Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on Monday announced legislation that would allow people to carry concealed weapons without licenses.
Florida's new agriculture commissioner proposes ban on Merchant Category Codes for gun, ammo purchases
Democrat Nikki Fried recently turned the reins of power over to Republican Wilton Simpson. Now, Florida's new agriculture commissioner is taking aim at a new effort to track gun purchases by the financial industry.
DeSantis expects Florida lawmakers to pass 'constitutional carry' gun law in 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he expects state lawmakers will pass a major change in the state's gun laws next year to allow "constitutional carry," which would allow people to carry guns without state-issued concealed weapons licenses.
After school shootings, are states making classrooms safer?
Here is what several states have done to implement school safety in the wake of the Uvalde elementary school massacre.
Experts urge proper firearm storage after two accidental shootings send young children to the hospital
Two separate accidental shootings in Hillsborough County this week sent two young children to the hospital and put two adults behind bars.
Most in US want stricter gun laws, AP-NORC poll finds
The poll found that 71% of Americans say gun laws should be stricter, including about half of Republicans and a majority of those in gun-owning households.