Guns
Two-And-A-Half Year Sentence For Reputed Mobster
A reputed Connecticut mobster was sentenced Thursday to 2 1/2 years in prison in a weapons and prescription drugs case that revealed federal authorities’ belief that he knew something about the largest property heist in U.S. history.
Student Told to Remove Gun T-Shirt
GUILFORD, Conn. (AP) _ A Guilford High School student says he disagrees with school officials who made him change out of a shirt that has a picture of a gun on it. Eighteen-year-old Matt Zingarella […]
Gay Marriage, Guns And Taxes Await R.I. Assembly
Rhode Island lawmakers are taking a week off before returning to the Statehouse to confront tough questions on gun control, gay marriage, business taxes and the state’s economy.
Laws, Rumors Have Gun Ammo Flying Off Store Shelves
Gun enthusiasts fearful of new weapon controls and hearing false rumors of government hoarding are buying bullets practically by the bushel.
Gun Rights Advocates On Hand For Capitol Vote
Hundreds of gun rights advocates are gathering at the statehouse in Hartford ahead of a vote in the General Assembly on proposed gun-control legislation.
Highlights Of Proposed Gun Legislation
A ban on large-capacity ammunition magazines, a new registry for existing high-capacity magazines and background checks for private gun sales are among the highlights of proposed legislation being unveiled to rank-and-file Connecticut legislators.
Newtown Gunman Had Access To Huge Weapons Cache
When Adam Lanza walked out of his house for the last time, he left behind firearms and knives and more than 1,600 rounds of ammunition — taking only four guns. They would suffice.
Lawmakers Seek to Fund Gun Trafficking Task Force
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Some Connecticut legislators hope the intense focus on gun violence following the Newtown school massacre will finally prompt the General Assembly to adequately fund a task […]
Bridgeport Police Arrest Two In Alleged Guns-for-Drugs Deal
Bridgeport police say they’ve arrested two men in an alleged gun-for-drugs deal.
Malloy Says He’s Being Patient On Gun Legislation Talks
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said Wednesday he’s being patient as the legislature tries to hammer out a bipartisan gun control package, but added that the public wants lawmakers to act now.
