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Illinois Gun Laws

Chicago Tonight | December 17, 2012 11:26 am

In the wake of the Newtown massacre, Gov. Quinn and Mayor Emanuel call for new gun laws in Illinois. Paris Schutz has more on where the law stands, and how it might change.

Related Links: 
Chicago Tribune article on Emanuel calls for assault weapons bans in Illinois, nationwide
The Washington Post article on Connecticut gun laws among the nation’s strictest
The Wall Street Journal article on Victims join NYC mayor, call for tougher gun laws
Chicago Tribune article on Concealed carry: Court strikes down Illinois' ban
Chicago Tonight article on Court Strikes Down Ban on Concealed Carry
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