Recent attacks revive gun debate
With the recent on-campus attacks still fresh on many students’ minds, the issue of whether or not to allow the carrying of concealed weapons on campus is beginning to resurface in the campus safety conversation. Currently, state law prohibits the carrying of firearms on or around college campuses, but the recent increase in crime on … more »
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Amendment To Concealed Carry Law Fires Up Debate
A bill introduced in the House could allow concealed carry firearms in publicly owned buildings.
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House triggers debate on concealed gun reform
The House Federal and State Affairs Committee gathered testimony Wednesday on a bill allowing concealed-carry permit holders to bring firearms onto college campuses and into publicly owned buildings in Kansas.
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More Concealed Handgun Paranoia
The discussion over whether or not to release the names of concealed weapons permit holders has proved fertile ground for debate over the issues of privacy, public safety and gun owners’ rights. However, much of that debate has been strongly colored by hyperbole, particularly from the pro-gun lobby that would like to paint gun owners as victims.
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No teeth to city weapons ban — Prohibition in municipal buildings can’t be enforced without an ordinance
RACINE — It appears the mayor’s executive order banning weapons in municipal buildings citywide will remain toothless for the time being, as aldermen continue to debate whether to allow them.
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