They Failed in the Senate – Now Gov. Quinn & Chicago Mayor Emanuel Will Attempt to Push Firearm Ban Through the IL House of Reps…
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Illinois Gun Owners Win Round One
After passing the bills out of Senate Public Health Committee on Wednesday night, the bills floundered on Thursday when the sponsors could not gather enough support to call the bills for a vote…
7th Circuit Court Of Appeals Directs Illinois General Assembly To Pass Concealed Carry Bill
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has rendered a decision in the Shepard/Moore v. Madigan case that states that Illinois’ ban on concealed carry is unconstitutional…
IL State Rep. Pam Roth Hosts Successful Right to Carry Town Hall Meeting
A huge crowd turned out at the Morris VFW to hear from Rep. Pam Roth, IllinoisCarry spokesperson Valinda Rowe, ISRA 1st Vice President Mike Weisman, and Grundy Co. Chief Deputy Kevin Callahan.
Gowder vs Chicago – Another Win for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms
A US District Court judge in Chicago ruled another part of the Chicago gun ordinance unconstitutional. The ordinance requires a Chicago-specific permit in order to possess a handgun in one’s home.
Outrageous Bill is Power Grab by Illinois State Police
The FBI will not be able to continue to provide Illinois State Police with the ability to run NCIS checks through the CJIS. Translated: No retail gun sales in the state of Illinois.
2012 Illinois Gun Owners Lobby Day Recap – VIDEO
Cameron and Mike spent the entire day interviewing IGOLD organizers, legislators, and the great folks who marched to the State Capitol building to lobby their legislators for a Right to Carry law.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against IL Ban on Right to Carry – Immediate Appealed Filed
Judge Sue Myerscough has granted IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s motion to dismiss the Second Amendment Foundation’s challenge of the statewide ban on carrying a firearm for personal protection.
Illinois “Assault Weapons Ban” is Back & the Fight Is On
The outrageous “Assault Weapons Ban” is back via State Rep. Eddie Acevedo who represents District 2 in Chicago.
2011 IllinoisCarry – A Year of Triumphs & Near Triumphs
A major triumph – IllinoisCarry, ISRA & NRA joined forces to produce an all new Right to Carry bill for Illinois. This bill was voted on in the House on May 5, 2011, the first such vote in decades.
Right to Carry Gaining Real Support in Illinois – Especially in Chicago
A Chicago legislator and member of the Black Caucus hosts not one but TWO town hall meetings about the right to carry…
IllinoisCarry’s Valinda Rowe Named Second Amendment Grassroots Activist of the Year
The choice is an apt one; without Valinda Rowe and her steadfast husband, Mike, Illinois Carry would likely be unrecognizable…
Anti-Concealed Carry IL Rep. Karen May to Host Town Hall Meeting
If you live within driving distance of Highland Park, IL please attend this meeting and voice your concern about her voting NO on your rights…
Double Lawsuits Challenge Total Ban on Right to Carry in Illinois
One week after the IL House failed to pass legislation to restore the right to keep and bear arms, two of the nation’s largest gun-rights groups hit the IL Attorney General’s office with both barrels…
Illinois House of Representatives Expected to Vote Soon on Right to Carry Bill HB148
Illinois state representatives return to Springfield Tuesday, April 26 and many believe a vote on Right to Carry bill HB148 is imminent.
Police Chiefs Add Their Support for Right to Carry Legislation
Supporters of Right to Carry legislation in Illinois welcome the new support of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police…
Beating Victim Pleads for Passage of Right to Carry Law
Mary Shepard was severely injured when a vicious felon out on parole attacked her and a co-worker in a church in the middle of the afternoon on Sept. 28, 2009…
Pro-gun Bills Pass Out of Illinois House Committee on Vote of 13-1
The lone negative anti-gun votes were cast by newcomer Rep. Kelly Burke (D) District 36…
Right to Carry in Illinois Looks More Promising Than Ever
IllinoisCarry expects to see major movement in a Right to Carry law this session. Right to Carry bills HB148 and SB82 have already been introduced…
Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day 2011 – IGOLD
You won’t want to miss the largest turn out of Second Amendment supporters Illinois has ever seen, IGOLD 2011…
Vote Pro Second Amendment Rights On Nov. 2
Vote for the candidates who support your Second Amendment rights – Know your candidates and where they stand on the Right to Carry a firearm for personal protection…
McDonald of McDonald vs Chicago Endorses Pro-Second Amendment Brady for Governor
What many may not know is that this quiet, unassuming gentleman is a stalwart Democrat who has turned to Bill Brady, the Republican candidate for Illinois governor…
Second Amendment Freedom Rally in Chicago
Second Amendment Freedom Rally in Chicago Celebrate the Supreme Court Victory in Chicago on Friday July 9. Illinois – -(AmmoLand.com)- The rally that celebrates the restoration of the right to keep and bear arms! Don’t miss this event at the Thompson Center commemorating the Supreme Court Victory in McDonald v Chicago! Second Amendment Freedom Rally […]
U.S. Supreme Court Rules Chicago Handgun Ban Unconstitutional
The U.S. Supreme Court announced its 5-4 decision today overturning the decades old Chicago ban on handguns…
Current Status of Right to Carry Bills in Illinois
Many of you are asking about the status of Right to Carry bills in the IL General Assembly…
Anti-Gun Harry Osterman Is Desperate To Undo Pro Gun Illinois Supreme Court Ruling
He has also filed an amendment to ban private sales of firearms…
IGOLD Women’s Message to Governor’s No Right to Carry = No Vote for Pat Quinn
Women of IGOLD Deliver Message to Governor’s Office – No Right to Carry = No Vote for Pat Quinn Springfield, Illinois –-(AmmoLand.com)- After entering the Capitol building, the women of IGOLD gathered in the rotunda for an address by Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno and Rep. Brandon Phelps. Both legislators believe it is time for […]
Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day – Huge Success
Thousands of Illinois Second Amendment supporters marched to the State Capitol in Springfield last week to demand a Right to Carry law in Illinois…
Right to Carry Bills Make Progress In Illinois General Assembly
A Right to Carry bill sponsored by Rep. John Bradley passed out of the House Agriculture & Conservation committee this past week with a vote of 11-1…
Your Calls Needed on Illinois Handgun Dealer Licensing Act & Assault Weapons Ban
Two anti-gun owner bills will be heard tomorrow morning in the Senate Criminal Law Committee…