Alameda County DA reinstates mandatory minimum sentences for illegal gun possession
Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson's action comes after two school shootings last week at Skyline High School and Laney College.
NRA sues California over ban on Glock-style weapons as stores see surge in sales
The National Rifle Association is suing California over a ban on Glock-style weapons with features allowing their conversion to fully automatic weapons.
NRA speaks out as Trump administration mulls possible trans firearms ban
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Justice Department considers possible ban on transgender people owning guns
Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.
Federal judge approves Colorado law banning people under 21 from buying a gun
The ruling creates a judicial divide as other courts have recognized Second Amendment protections for 18 to 20-year-old Americans.
Mel Gibson's gun rights to be restored by Trump administration: report
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to restore the gun rights of actor Mel Gibson more than a decade after his domestic violence conviction.
9th Circuit judge criticized for posting video to YouTube featuring assault rifle, weapons demo
A Trump-appointed 9th Circuit Court judge is facing criticism for a video he posted to YouTube following a ruling on California's ban on high-capacity magazines for guns.
FBI Director Kash Patel to take over ATF, reports say
FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be sworn in as acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in what would be an unusual arrangement.
List: New California laws going into effect in 2025
A new year means new laws in California. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will impact your life beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
New California laws going into effect in 2025
New California laws go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, including one on overdraft fees and several to combat retail theft.
Poll: Most Americans still support stricter gun laws, assault weapons ban
While most Americans agree that there needs to be tougher gun laws and a ban on assault weapons, opinions were split on outlawing guns in the nation based on findings in a recent poll.
Gov. Tim Walz on Harris VP pick: ‘I’m not interviewing for anything’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz responded to questions from reporters on whether he could be picked as a running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris as her team reportedly narrows down the list of candidates.
Ammunition vending machines installed in grocery stores in Alabama, Oklahoma
The ammo machines use ID card scanning and facial recognition technology to verify the age of each buyer.
Surgeon general declares gun violence in US a public health crisis
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
New California laws go into effect on July 1
Starting July 1, a batch of new laws will take effect in California, ranging from legislation banning junk fees, to a law designed to prevent victims from getting unknowingly drugged at bars and clubs.
CA attorney general holds South Bay roundtable on gun violence
California A.G. Rob Bonta held the third in a series of roundtable discussions around the state on the issue of gun violence. He met with community leaders and stakeholders from the Bay Area and Central Coast.
Federal judge again rules that California's ban on assault weapons is unconstitutional
A federal judge who previously overturned California's three-decade-old ban on assault weapons did it again on Thursday, ruling that the state's attempts to prohibit sales of semiautomatic guns violates the constitutional right to bear arms.
'I am quite familiar with firearms': When Feinstein challenged colleague on Senate floor
The late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's work on the assault weapons ban signed into law in 1994 will be one of the most significant parts of her legacy. Video from the Senate floor shows her debate the bill, clashing with Idaho Sen. Larry Craig.
Federal judge again strikes down California law banning high capacity gun magazines
California cannot ban gun owners from having detachable magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, a federal judge ruled Friday.
New Mexico governor's order suspends the right to carry guns in public across Albuquerque
Albuquerque's police chief said he won't enforce it, and the county sheriff said he's uneasy about it because it raises too many questions about constitutional rights.