FBI report shows increase in attacks on law enforcement in 2025
New data shows that officer assaults hit a 10-year high in 2025. Here's what to know.
New data shows that officer assaults hit a 10-year high in 2025. Here's what to know.
Shreveport, Louisiana shooting was 7th mass killing in 2026 - See full list
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
Service members can now carry personal weapons on military bases, Hegseth says
U.S. service members will be able to carry and store their own personal weapons on military bases across the country, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday.
U.S. service members will be able to carry and store their own personal weapons on military bases across the country, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday.
About 19 million people in the US have thought about shooting someone in their lifetime: Study
A recent study found about 19 million U.S. adults have seriously thought about shooting someone, including roughly 8.7 million in the past year.
A recent study found about 19 million U.S. adults have seriously thought about shooting someone, including roughly 8.7 million in the past year.
US Attorney Pirro seems to walk back threats to arrest lawful gun owners following backlash
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
NRA Minnesota statements: Calls out ‘dangerous and wrong’ sentiment
The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.
The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."