Sen. Collins exploring bipartisan compromise on gun safety measures

Collins says she is optimistic a compromise can be found after the initial meeting of 4 Republican and 4 Democratic senators.

U.S. gun laws are getting looser, not stronger, despite more mass shootings

Sagadahoc Sheriff’s Office to host gun safety training in wake of 2021 shootings

The Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office will host a free, two-night citizen handgun safety training at the West Bath Fire Station from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 2 and 3.  

Biden targets law-breaking gun dealers in anti-crime plan

The president aims to provide money to cities that need more police and crack down on gun violence and those supplying illegal firearms.

NRA’s gun rights message not slowed by legal, money troubles

The durable clout of the National Rifle Association shows how difficult it is to claw back control from a lobbying powerhouse that has deep roots in the American political system.

White House faces pressure to act after string of mass shootings

Activists are seizing on the most recent spate of deadly shootings to try to disrupt the cyclical response pattern.

Biden to unveil measures on firearms, name new ATF boss

The president has faced increasing pressure to act on gun control after a spate of mass shootings across the U.S. in recent weeks.

Biden says ‘we have to act’ after Colorado mass shooting

Democrats vow to press gun control measures and a Senate vote on such bills would be the first in several years, but Democrats lack the votes to pass significant reform.

Supreme Court takes a pass on several gun rights cases for next term

Gun rights advocates had hoped the court would expand the constitutional right to “keep and bear arms” beyond the home.

Virginia Democrats reject expanding firearms rights a day after gun-rights rally

Among the defeated bills was one that would have allowed Virginians to carry concealed weapons without a permit and to bring firearms into places of worship.