Firearm thefts from vehicles triple over the past decade, data shows
Firearm thefts from vehicles in the U.S. have tripled over the past decade, becoming the primary source of stolen guns, with many ending up at crime scenes or used in violent crimes.
Lawmakers pass one gun control measure, another misfires in Senate
One new gun control measure passed the Minnesota Senate on Thursday, and another is crumbling even after passing in the House.
Gun control, child influencer bills pass at MN Capitol
A gun control bill to increase punishments on straw gun purchases and binary triggers has passed Thursday at the Minnesota State Capitol. Another bill passed Thursday prevents adults from profiting off of social media content containing kids under 14. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Gun storage law change passed by Minnesota House lawmakers
Minnesota DFL leaders are hoping stiffer penalties on where guns are stored will help get them out of the hands of kids, and those who otherwise shouldn’t have them.
Gun controls before lawmakers Monday, Senate investigation continues
Gun control bills that would redefine safe storage, force gun owners to report a lost or stolen firearm, increase punishment for straw purchases, and ban binary triggers are before lawmakers.
Gun Owners Caucus rally at State Capitol, disagreeing with recent court ruling
Gun owners gathered in the State Capitol Rotunda on Saturday, for the annual rally of the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus.
MN Gun Owners Caucus rally at State Capitol
The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus had their annual rally at the State Capitol Saturday. Many of the Minnesota gun owners disagree with the new state ruling that says guns kept in your car can be considered carrying in public. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest.
Supreme Court to consider Biden 'ghost guns' rule as charges surge
The U.S. Supreme Court announced this week it will consider whether the Biden administration has the authority to regulate ghost guns.
MN lawmaker warns cows can 'trample you into dust' during firearm storage debate
A Minnesota lawmaker raised concerns about cows trampling farmers "to dust" as he questioned a new firearm storage bill being considered in the state senate.
Gun restrictions in government buildings could be decided locally under new bill
Whether a person can legally possess a firearm, ammunition or explosives in their local government building, or on government land, is the focus of a new bill before lawmakers. Supporters of the bill say it would prevent deaths, while opponents say it restricts rights.
What are bump stocks? Supreme Court weighs Trump-era ban on gun accessory
Bump stocks were banned in 2019 after a gunman with bump stock-equipped rifles killed 60 people and wounded hundreds in Las Vegas in 2017.
Minnesota's new Red Flag Law takes effect: How it works
The long-debated Red Flag Law is now in effect in Minnesota. The legislation, which was passed by the Democrat-controlled legislature last year, took effect on Jan. 1. On Tuesday, Governor Tim Walz discussed the new law and what it means for Minnesotans.
Supreme Court seems likely to preserve gun law that protects domestic violence victims
Liberal and conservative justices sounded persuaded by arguments from the Biden administration's top Supreme Court lawyer that the prohibition is in line with the longstanding practice of disarming dangerous people.
Maine mass shooting: Hospital's response
Hospital officials hold press conference to detail the medical response to the mass shooting in Maine Wednesday night.
Over 100 gun violence incidents on school grounds reported so far in 2023, Everytown says
The analysis by Everytown, a leading gun control advocacy group, comes hours after a shooting left five people wounded at a university homecoming celebration in Baltimore.
School shootings reach all-time high — again
The U.S. has had 30 school shootings so far this year, with 16 people killed and 32 injured. Twelve of those deaths were students or other children.
Gun, public safety measures signed into law by Gov. Walz
After being consistently blocked by Republicans lawmakers, Democrats used their majority this session to take those long-talked about proposals and make them law.
Gun measures become law
After being consistently blocked by Republicans lawmakers, Democrats used their majority this session to take those long-talked about proposals and make them law.
Gov. Tim Walz signs gun safety bill into law
Gov. Tim Walz is set to sign a public safety bill into law Friday afternoon. The bill includes two major gun safety provisions.
Minnesota appeals court rules domestic assault convict allowed to get gun permit
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has sided with a Coon Rapids man who sued to get a transferee gun permit after his application was rejected by police due to prior domestic assault convictions.