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NYC set to send parents info on how to safely store guns after 14-year-old was accidentally killed by cousin
Jasai Guy was killed with an illegal, sawed-off shotgun that the two boys found at their grandfather's apartment.
Nearly 200 AR-15s seized, hundreds charged with gun trafficking since Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
The Democratic Senator — who first introduced the bill 14 years ago after Brooklyn high school student Nyasia Pryear-Yard was killed by a stray bullet from an illegal gun —...
Judge rules Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old student can proceed with $40M lawsuit
A teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student in Virginia can press forward with her $40 million against a school system over claims of negligence by school administrators, a...
Gavin Newsom doubles tax on guns, ammunition to pay for school safety
California will double the taxes on guns and ammunition and use the money to pay for more security at public schools and various violence prevention programs.
Gun safe maker Liberty Safe under fire for giving FBI access to alleged Jan. 6 rioter's firearms
The manufacturer acknowledged the widespread conservative backlash after it complied with a federal warrant that led to last week's arrest of an Arkansas man over his alleged involvement in the...
'Just my conscience': Ga. gun store closing over shootings targeting children
A Georgia gun shop owner has decided to shutter his business over concerns about gun violence involving children.
Michigan school district bans backpacks after latest gun-related incident involving third grader
“I’m deeply concerned, frustrated, and angry that in less than a week’s time we have confiscated two guns from elementary school children."
Washington state bans assault weapons as governor says 'no one needs an AR-15'
"No one needs an AR-15 to protect your family," Inslee said while surrounded by family members of shooting victims. "You only need it to kill other families."
'Very preventable': 3-year-old girl accidentally kills sister, 4, with loaded gun in Texas home
The 4-year-old was fatally shot with a semi-automatic pistol inside her family's apartment in Houston.
Letters to the Editor — Jan. 21, 2023
The Issue: Involuntary manslaughter charges brought against Alec Baldwin for an on-set shooting in 2021. Everyone who handles a gun (prop or not) should understand how they work (“Baldwin ‘to...
Woman nabbed with loaded gun at Empire State Building
The 37-year-old woman, who was not immediately identified, had a valid gun license issued in Pennsylvania but was not authorized to carry the weapon in New York, cops said.
Groom fatally shoots friend during bizarre wedding tradition caught on video
The pistol — reportedly a gift from the dead man — has been seized and a police probe is underway.
Uvalde school district chief on administrative leave after 'failure' to stop shooting
Chief Arredondo was excused of his duties by Superintendent Dr. Hal Harrell after it was found that cops under his command waited 77 minutes to confront gunman Salvador Ramos on...
Father of Queens teen hit by stray bullet while studying says 'everyone is scared'
Mohammad Hossain, whose daughter Tamima Samirawho was hit by a stray bullet while doing homework, said the experience left the family shaken.
2-year-old in Florida fatally shoots dad after finding loaded Glock, mom arrested: cops
Marie Ayala, 28, was arrested on a charge of manslaughter by culpable negligence for the death of her husband, Reggie Mabry, 26, who Florida cops said was shot dead by...
Gov. Hochul's post-Buffalo massacre ideas show heart, but not much promise
In the aftermath of the Buffalo massacre, Gov. Kathy Hochul refuses to empower local law enforcement with prosecuting gun cases.
'Lick the chicken grease off of your fingers before shooting': Gun instructor to black students
A gun safety instructor has come under fire for telling black students to “always lick the chicken grease off of your fingers before shooting."
Biden announces crackdown on ‘ghost guns,’ reveals new ATF pick
The announcement will classify these kits as “firearms” under the Gun Control Act, the administration said, adding that any commercial manufacturers that make these kits must become licensed.
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Chuck Schumer announces $1.5B push for Interstate Gun Task Force
Sen. Chuck Schumer wants the federal government to give New York at least $1.5 billion to help get illegal guns off the streets, he said in a presser Sunday.