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Illinois governor signs bill to crack down on criminals who are repeat gun offenders

by Chris Eger

A bipartisan measure designed in part to lengthen prison sentences for repeat gun offenders in Illinois was signed on Friday.

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PA Senate strengthens training requirements in proposal to arm school employees

by Christen Smith

The Pennsylvania Senate amended a proposal to arm school employees last month to strengthen training requirements outlined in the bill.

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Bipartisan push in Illinois legislature would increase sentencing for repeat gun offenders

by Brian Seay

In an effort to curb Chicago gun violence, the Illinois House on Monday approved a bill that would boost sentencing requirements for repeat gun offenders.

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NRA ad rated one of the ‘biggest Pinocchios of the year’ (VIDEO)

by Daniel Terrill

The NRA is named one of the "biggest Pinocchios of the year" for an ad that "stretches the facts with its images" attacking Sen. Mary Landrieu's stance on gun control.

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