Gun News

Virginia Republicans to push pro-gun laws

Pro gun Republicans in Virginia said they will press ahead with efforts to undo the state's gun laws in coming months, including the state's long standing one handgun per month rule.

Read About It: The Washington Examiner

Georgia: Proposal would let students carry guns on campus

A Cherokee County state legislator plans to introduce an amendment to a bill that would allow college students who are at least 21 years old to take firearms on campuses.

Read About It: The Cherokee Tribune (Ga.)

More people giving guns as Christmas gifts this year

KOLR/KOZL checked with a local firearms store to see if the trend is really true. Firearms sales are always brisk this time of year at Gunsmoke Gun & Pawn. "A lot of guys are buying themselves guns for Christmas," says manager Brandon Reynolds. "It's Christmas bonus season and people have a little extra disposable cash." And giving firearms as gifts is becoming as popular as any flat screen TV or bicycle. "We sell a lot of concealed carry weapons," adds Reynolds. "We do the classes here and they're full just about every Saturday."

Read About It: KOLZ (Springfield, Mo.)