Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks
The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.
Chicago sues gunmaker Glock Inc. over easily convertible machine guns
The City of Chicago filed a lawsuit against Glock Inc. on Tuesday, blaming the gun manufacturer for facilitating the proliferation of illegal machine guns.
Chicago sues Glock, blaming gun manufacturer for increase of illegal machine guns
The city of Chicago filed a lawsuit against Glock, blaming the popular gun manufacturer for a rapid increase in illegal machine guns on the streets.
Cook County Sheriff raises awareness for 'red flag' laws
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is rolling out a new campaign to raise awareness about Illinois' "red flag" laws.
Illinois marks one-year anniversary of assault weapons ban in response to Highland Park massacre
Wednesday marked the one-year anniversary of Illinois’ ban on the sale of assault weapons.
Illinois marks one-year anniversary of assault weapons ban
Wednesday marked the one-year anniversary of Illinois’ ban on the sale of assault weapons.
Illinois assault weapons ban: New year, new laws — what to know
With the calendar-page turning to 2024 on Monday came 320 new state laws that Illinois residents need to navigate.
Reaction to US Supreme Court upholding Illinois' assault weapons ban
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.
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.