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SPLC president: Charlottesville shows states need to change open carry laws

by Brian Seay

Echoing gun control groups who blamed the violence in Charlottesville on the NRA, the SPLC president says guns and public protests don't mix.

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Illinois governor signs bill to crack down on criminals who are repeat gun offenders

by Chris Eger

A bipartisan measure designed in part to lengthen prison sentences for repeat gun offenders in Illinois was signed on Friday.

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Bipartisan push in Illinois legislature would increase sentencing for repeat gun offenders

by Brian Seay

In an effort to curb Chicago gun violence, the Illinois House on Monday approved a bill that would boost sentencing requirements for repeat gun offenders.

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Sheriff Arpaio sells off seized weapons to support armed posse (VIDEO)

by Joey Clementine

Maricopa Sheriff’s Office raked in more than $250,000 selling off seized firearms and will put the funds toward supplying its volunteer armed posse members with ammo and radio equipment.

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A Florida county may evict Colt for failing to fulfill deal

by Daniel Terrill

Osceola County has asked Colt to comply their agreement to invest in a facility and create 63 jobs or it will evict the company to make way for a willing employer.

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Congressman wants to ban sale of enhanced body armor to civilians

by Chris Eger

Rep. Mike Honda, (D-CA) has submitted a bill to the U.S. House that would prohibit the sale, use, or possession of what he terms military-grade body armor.

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