Texas DPS proposes citizenship checks for handgun licenses, security guards and more
Texas DPS is proposing new rules that would require handgun license applicants to verify their citizenship or immigration status through a federal database before being approved.
Texas DPS is proposing new rules that would require handgun license applicants to verify their citizenship or immigration status through a federal database before being approved.
VIDEO: Texas father shoots carjacker attempting to steal vehicle with family inside
A father in Garland shot and killed a carjacker who attempted to steal a vehicle while his family of eight was still inside.
A father in Garland shot and killed a carjacker who attempted to steal a vehicle while his family of eight was still inside.
Shreveport, Louisiana shooting was 7th mass killing in 2026 - See full list
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
Midlothian man charged with aggravated assault after 11-year-old shot
An 11-year-old girl was injured and a suspect is in custody following a dispute in Midlothian that involved multiple shootings and a self-inflicted stabbing.
An 11-year-old girl was injured and a suspect is in custody following a dispute in Midlothian that involved multiple shootings and a self-inflicted stabbing.
Service members can now carry personal weapons on military bases, Hegseth says
U.S. service members will be able to carry and store their own personal weapons on military bases across the country, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday.
U.S. service members will be able to carry and store their own personal weapons on military bases across the country, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday.
CBP officers seize 44 Handguns, 79 Magazines at Laredo Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 44 handguns and 79 magazines hidden in a Corvette at the Laredo Port of Entry during an outbound inspection into Mexico.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 44 handguns and 79 magazines hidden in a Corvette at the Laredo Port of Entry during an outbound inspection into Mexico.
Abbott: Texans can carry guns at protests 'responsibly'
Gov. Greg Abbott reasserted that Texans have a constitutional right to carry guns at protests Thursday, seemingly pushing against fellow Republicans who have said protesters should not have weapons at events.
Gov. Greg Abbott reasserted that Texans have a constitutional right to carry guns at protests Thursday, seemingly pushing against fellow Republicans who have said protesters should not have weapons at events.
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.
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.
30 handguns seized from truck spare tire at Texas border crossing
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents seized 30 handguns and dozens of accessories destined for Mexico that were concealed in a spare tire during an inspection at the Anzalduas Port of Entry, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents seized 30 handguns and dozens of accessories destined for Mexico that were concealed in a spare tire during an inspection at the Anzalduas Port of Entry, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
Father and son charged with trafficking 75+ firearms purchased at Texas Gun Show
Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.
Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.
Three people were critically wounded in shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities say
Three teens have been hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities said Wednesday.
Three teens have been hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities said Wednesday.
Teen arrested for deadly shooting at indoor theme park
A night of fun at a North Texas indoor theme park ended with gunfire and a woman dead in the parking lot. An 18-year-old is also facing charges.
A night of fun at a North Texas indoor theme park ended with gunfire and a woman dead in the parking lot. An 18-year-old is also facing charges.
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.
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.
Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.
State Fair of Texas: New security measures for 2025
With just weeks from opening day, the State Fair of Texas announced Thursday new security changes, following issues in the past.
With just weeks from opening day, the State Fair of Texas announced Thursday new security changes, following issues in the past.
Teen burglary suspect arrested after shooting neighbor
A 16-year-old was arrested in Garland after allegedly shooting a neighbor who confronted him during a vehicle burglary.
A 16-year-old was arrested in Garland after allegedly shooting a neighbor who confronted him during a vehicle burglary.
3 NTX teens killed in incidents involving stolen guns
Three teenagers have lost their lives to gun violence in Mesquite in recent days. Now the community is partnering with law enforcement officials to find solutions.
Three teenagers have lost their lives to gun violence in Mesquite in recent days. Now the community is partnering with law enforcement officials to find solutions.
Parents of Uvalde victims sue Meta, Activision for alleged part in glorifying gun violence
Parents of the victims of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, are suing major American companies on the allegation that they glorified guns and violence, in part leading to the deaths of 19 children.
Parents of the victims of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, are suing major American companies on the allegation that they glorified guns and violence, in part leading to the deaths of 19 children.
Man killed in suspected Dallas carjacking attempt
Police are seeking 18-year-old Jose Salas Jr. in connection with the murder of Victor Rojas, who was shot during an attempted carjacking outside a Dallas gym.
Police are seeking 18-year-old Jose Salas Jr. in connection with the murder of Victor Rojas, who was shot during an attempted carjacking outside a Dallas gym.
Federal judge approves Colorado law banning people under 21 from buying a gun
The ruling creates a judicial divide as other courts have recognized Second Amendment protections for 18 to 20-year-old Americans.
The ruling creates a judicial divide as other courts have recognized Second Amendment protections for 18 to 20-year-old Americans.