assault weapons

The state of Illinois said to assault weapon owners "You have to register your guns" and the people in the Land of Lincoln ignored the state...so, what happens next? Here is what you can expect...

Illinois bans the sale and possession of firearms defined as “assault weapons” as well as .50 caliber rifles, cartridges, and high-capacity magazines.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A lawmaker wants to undo a portion of Illinois' concealed carry law that prevents cities from banning assault weapons. Sen. Julie Morrison says her legislation is in response to a federal appeals court ruling last month that upheld Highland Park's ban...

Jim Anderson -- Illinois Radio Network Gov. Pat Quinn is making another push on gun legislation, including an assault weapons ban. The governor made an appearance Sunday on behalf of the Illinois Public Safety Act, which was introduced in the spring legislative session but not acted upon...