guns

Gun charges dropped against Trotter

Apr. 24, 2013

Felony gun charges were dropped against state senator Donne Trotter. He was charged with trying to take a gun through O’Hare security.

Restoring Roseland: One school's culture of calm

Apr. 15, 2013

A Chicago-area school once infamous for its violent culture begins to heal itself through peaceful practices.

Illinois considers mental health’s role in the guns debate

Apr. 10, 2013

Recent mass shootings have changed the political conversation and as a result, many mental health advocates say the entire debate is off-base.

Illinois gun makers flex muscle

Apr. 9, 2013

As more firearm laws come down the pipeline, gun manufacturers are leveraging their power.

Quinn takes gun-control to pulpit

Apr. 8, 2013

Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is taking his call for new state gun regulations to the church pulpit.

Police: Don't ignore drug dealing

Mar. 11, 2013

Chicago police have taken 1,300 guns off the streets so far this year.

'Gun offender registry' expands

Mar. 7, 2013

Gun offenders in Chicago could soon be required to provide police with personal information including their photos and addresses as early as next month.

Lawmakers meet to discuss guns, mental health, few show up