Gun Violence Prevention

The Director of Violence Prevention Programs for the City of Carbondale talked with the Carbondale Police Department this week about some of the ways victims are impacted by violent crime.

Illinoisans who own weapons that can no longer be purchased or sold in the state under its new assault weapons ban will soon be able to register those weapons so they can legally keep them.

The office is teaming with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.

The Rally is Thursday, June 30 at Eurma Hayes Center.

Support gun violence awareness month with local events.

Gun reform advocates face an uphill battle to push their ideas through the GOP-controlled Indiana General Assembly.

A town hall meeting Tuesday evening will focus on recent legislative action, including the recently passed weapons ban. State Senators Dale Fowler and Terri Bryant will be joined by State Representatives Dave Severin, Patrick Windhorst, Paul Jacobs and David Friess at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center from 6 to 7:30.

Approximately 80 top law enforcement officials issue warning

The measure now heads to the House for consideration.

Southern Illinois lawmakers say they'll continue opposing Senate Bill 22-26, which bans some guns and high-capacity magazines in the state.