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Chicago
Targeting big offenders is helping, but not enough to stem the tide of guns from states with looser laws.
Gun Theft
Why gun thieves target cars, and why gun thefts of all kinds often go unreported.
Community Violence
Data paints a complete picture of a bloody holiday weekend.
Law Enforcement
Arrowhead Pawn Shop was once named a top exporter of crime guns.
Mapping the youngest victims of gun violence.
Armed With Reason
Permit-to-purchase systems are backed by strong data. Is congressional legislation that would take the idea national the proposal more people should be debating?
Politics
Despite backing NRA-approved bills over the years, the Vermont senator doesn't make the grade with the gun lobby group.
Concealed Carry
Inside the long, twisted, and occasionally very personal battle over Ohio's concealed-carry records.
Domestic Violence
A bill to extend the criteria for domestic violence victims in Delaware brings fierce pushback from the gun-rights group.
The Gun Lobby
Pro-gun students may be its face, but seasoned right-wing operatives are giving it funding and focus — and using the issue to set up a showdown with the NRA.