firearms
Mexico's Suit Against U.S. Gun Companies May Seek More Than A Court Win
The Mexican government sued U.S. gun-makers and distributors in federal court for damages caused by illicit firearms. Experts say it's a long shot but the move could ramp up pressure on the U.S.
Ruger To Expand, Add 60 Jobs In Rockingham County
A leading firearms manufacturer is expanding its Rockingham County production facility and plans on adding 60 new jobs to its workforce.
Some Black Americans Buying Guns: 'I'd Rather Go To Trial Than Go To The Cemetery'
As the U.S. faces a fight for racial justice in the aftermath of police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, some Black Americans are considering how they can best protect themselves.
Amid Virus Fears And Protests, Firearm Background Checks Hit All-Time High
The FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System set a record in June with 3.9 million background checks. The previous record of 3.7 million background checks was set in March.
Why Gun Violence Is Surging In Toronto
Last year, more than 760 people were shot. Canada has tighter gun laws than in the U.S., and officials and gun control advocates are trying to figure out why the surge is happening and how to stop it.
TSA Says It Seized A Record Number Of Firearms At U.S. Airports Last Year
The Transportation Security Administration said 87% of the guns taken at U.S. airport checkpoints in 2019 were loaded. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International had the most firearms confiscated: 323.
WATCH: Walmart Is Discontinuing Some Ammo Sales. Here's Why It Matters
Not all bullets are created equal. This video compares the damage caused by different kinds of rounds.
Firearms Museum Focuses On Gun Safety, History And Culture
The Cody Firearms Museum in northwest Wyoming just got a makeover. It's moved away from being a monument to guns and toward being an educational space.
How The CDC's Reluctance To Use The 'F-Word' — Firearms — Hinders Suicide Prevention
Congress has told the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention not to "advocate or promote gun control." That directive complicates the public health agency's efforts to prevent suicide.