2 in 10 Americans report experience with gun violence, AP-NORC poll finds
CDC data has shown a spike in gun violence since the pandemic, with gun-related homicides increasing across the country in large and small metro areas and in rural areas.
'Fund the police': Biden outlines crime plan, pushes assault weapons ban
Democrats and Republicans worked together in a rare effort to pass gun safety legislation earlier this year after massacres in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas.
Most in US want stricter gun laws, AP-NORC poll finds
The poll found that 71% of Americans say gun laws should be stricter, including about half of Republicans and a majority of those in gun-owning households.
Gun laws across the U.S.
A state-by-state look at gun control and weapons laws across the United States, including background checks, waiting periods, concealed and open carry permits, and assault weapons bans.
Gabrielle Giffords documentary comes as gun debates stay center stage
Former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords plans to refocus on making tougher federal background checks a reality through her Gun Owners for Safety coalition. The bill the Senate approved would only strengthen background checks for buyers age 18 to 20.
'I want our lawmakers to act now': Hundreds march at Arizona capitol calling for gun control
A resounding call for gun reform was heard across the nation on June 11 as thousands rallied from the National Mall in Washington DC to Phoenix, pushing for stricter gun laws in the wake of recent deadly mass shootings.
Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords tells Congress ‘be bold’ on gun reform
Eleven years after her own life was massively altered by gun violence, former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords stood in front of the Washington Monument Tuesday and lobbied anew for stricter gun laws after yet another string of mass shootings in America.
Gun background check bill fails in Arizona Senate
SB 1546 would have closed the so-called "gun show" loophole that allows someone to buy a gun without the federal background check that federally licensed firearms dealers are required to perform before a sale is completed.
Arizona could allow guns in libraries, on school grounds
Arizona already has some of the least restrictive gun laws in the nation, allowing anyone legally allowed to own a gun to carry a firearm without a permit, making permits exceptionally easy to obtain and allowing private sales without a background check.
Arizona Republicans on Senate panel approve guns on college campuses
Republicans on the Arizona state Senate Judiciary committee on Thursday approved legislation that would require public colleges and universities to allow anyone with a concealed weapons permit to carry a gun.
Ghost guns: What you need to know about an untraceable, legal weapon that is becoming popular
The shooting at Cesar Chavez High School in Phoenix reportedly happened following a fight over a ghost gun purchase. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett has more on what ghost guns are, and why law enforcement officials believe they are a treat to public safety.
Tucson to ignore Arizona ‘Second Amendment Sanctuary’ law
Tucson has long tried to enforce gun laws stricter than the state’s, including mandating background checks for guns purchased on city property and destroying seized firearms.
Some Arizonans disagree with President Joe Biden's executive actions on guns
Arizonans are speaking out after President Joe Biden outlined his executive actions on guns on April 8. One gun store owner in the Phoenix area says measures outlined by President Biden stem from a misunderstanding on guns, and could even affect the rights of lawful citizens.
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signs bill to preempt federal gun laws
Governor Doug Ducey has signed legislation that backers say will ensure that the rights of gun owners are protected from what they claim is the potential for overreach by President Joe Biden’s administration.
22 states fight California gun restrictions, urge Ninth Circuit to rule against large-capacity magazine ban
A three-judge panel upheld a ruling that the magazine ban was unconstitutional last year.
Bill would designate Arizona gun stores as essential firms
The measure would apply to any store in Arizona that sells guns, ammunition or their components.
Arizona House OKs bill allowing guns in cars on school grounds
HB2840 allows legally armed people in Arizona to leave their weapons loaded while they pick up their children at school.
Arizona House Republicans approve pair of pro-gun bills
One measure in the Arizona bill would prohibit police and sheriffs from enforcing federal gun laws that violate the 2nd Amendment.
Arizona legislative panel advances two gun bills
One measure would prohibit police and sheriffs from enforcing federal gun laws that violate the 2nd Amendment. The other would allow people with concealed weapons permits to carry guns in public buildings and events on public property unless there are metal detectors and security screeners.
Background checks, a metric for gun sales, hit all-time high in June
For the month of June, gun background checks hit an all-time high, a signal for booming sales.