Sun-Times Begs Illinois Gov. Rauner to Sign Gun Dealer Licensing Bill

“In Illinois, a handful of shops have sold hundreds of “crime guns” — guns that later turn up at crime scenes. Just two suburban gun shops sold 1,673 of the guns used in crimes in Chicago from 2013 through 2016, according to a city of Chicago report released last year. Requiring certification would give the … Read more

Behind In Reelection Fight, IL Gov. Rauner Offers Up Gun Control Proposal

Illinois voters probably consider themselves ahead of the game whenever a governor manages to make it through an entire term without being indicted. That said, current Republican Governor Bruce Rauner isn’t terribly popular in the Land o’ Lincoln. While the election is still six months away, he trails the Democrat nominee by double digits. He’s … Read more