NRA Minnesota statements: Calls out ‘dangerous and wrong’ sentiment

The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.

Florida lawmakers renew debate over lowering firearm age to 18

Florida lawmakers are once again debating whether 18-year-olds should be allowed to buy rifles and other long guns in the state.

Florida lawmaker moves to lower gun purchase age as Supreme Court weighs case

Florida House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois, R-Merritt Island, has filed legislation that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 21 to 18.

Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say

Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.

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Publix has announced that it will now allow customers to openly carry firearms inside its stores. The decision comes about two weeks after an appeals court ruling overturned the state's ban on open carry. FOX 35's Marley Capper walks us through what the grocery store giant is saying.

Florida bill would loosen rules for armed volunteers at places of worship

A bill sponsored by Sen. Don Gaetz (R-Pensacola) would waive some licensing and training requirements for armed volunteers serving as security at churches, synagogues, and mosques.

Florida's open carry law in effect starting Thursday: What to know

As of Thursday, Florida's open carry is now in effect. Although you may now legally carry a firearm openly in the state, there are specific guidelines to follow. Here's everything you need to know about the change.

Open carry now in effect in Florida: What to know
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As of Thursday, Florida's open carry is now in effect. This change follows a court ruling that struck down the state's ban as unconstitutional. Although you may now legally carry a firearm openly in Florida, there are specific guidelines to follow. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie fills us in on what we need to know.

Florida open-carry laws: Ban no longer enforceable, AG James Uthmeier says

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is telling law enforcement agencies and prosecuting authorities to stop enforcing the state's decades-old ban on openly carrying firearms, after a court ruling declared the prohibition unconstitutional.

Florida appeals court allows open carry, counties split on how to enforce for now

Florida now joins most of the nation on openly carrying firearms, after the First District Court of Appeals ruled the ban on open carry in the state unconstitutional on Wednesday.

Florida's open carry ban overturned: Sheriffs laud decision but caution gun owners to know these restrictions

A Florida appeals court has struck down the state’s long-standing ban on openly carrying firearms, ruling that the Second Amendment protects the right of law-abiding citizens to carry guns in public.

Florida appeals court strikes down state’s open-carry gun ban

A state appeals court on Wednesday struck down Florida’s long-standing ban on openly carrying firearms, ruling it unconstitutional under the Second Amendment.

Florida attorney general challenges prosecutor over road rage shooting case

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is urging State Attorney Monique Worrell to drop murder charges against a woman accused in a road rage shooting, saying the case is protected under the state’s “stand your ground" law.

NRA speaks out as Trump administration mulls possible trans firearms ban

Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.

Justice Department considers possible ban on transgender people owning guns

Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.

Manhattan gunman bought rifle and car from Las Vegas boss, NYPD says

The man who killed four people at a Manhattan office building bought his AR-15-style rifle and getaway car from his Las Vegas boss, NYPD officials said, as funerals for victims begin across New York.

Mel Gibson's gun rights to be restored by Trump administration: report

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to restore the gun rights of actor Mel Gibson more than a decade after his domestic violence conviction.