Gun Control

Concealed Carry Changes Soon To Arrive In Kansas, Senate Votes To Defund DMV in Missouri

Susan B. Wilson and Matthew Long-Middleton — Thu, 02 May 2013 04:58:54 +0000

The constitutional right to bear arms has long been viewed as a critical American principle. But, does this right threaten public safety or allow us to better shield ourselves from random gun violence? Starting July 1 it will be legal to bring a concealed weapon into all Kansas buildings with a concealed carry permit unless the building provides "adequate security." In Missouri, state agencies have been under fire for providing concealed carry permit information to federal agents. In response the Senate has voted to defund the DMV. Are these bills and laws necessary? Will they really make us safer? And why do some oppose them?

Missouri House Passes Another Bill To Reform Gun Laws

Marshall Griffin — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:39:07 +0000

The Missouri House has passed another bill that would expand the rights of gun owners and reduce the role of the state Department of Revenue.

Kan. Gun Law Puts Pressure On Local Governments

Monica Sandreczki — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:38:24 +0000

In Kansas, you can carry a concealed weapon anywhere, unless there’s a “no handgun” sign posted at eye-level at the entrance.

Currently, it’s up to local governments whether or not to allow concealed carry in their public buildings. If they don’t want handguns in their buildings, like any business, they have to post that “no handgun” sign.

Kansas Committee Proposes Bill Allowing Concealed Guns In Public Buildings

Stephen Koranda — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:50:02 +0000

A Kansas legislative committee has advanced a bill that would expand the number of public buildings in which concealed weapons are allowed. The measure also eliminates the possibility of being criminally charged if a person accidentally brings a legally carried concealed weapon into a building where concealed carry is forbidden.

Representative Larry Campbell, a Republican from Olathe, proposed the change.

Missouri Senate Moves To Strengthen Right To Bear Arms

Marshall Griffin — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:59:29 +0000

A Missouri Senate Committee has unanimously passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would expand the State Constitution’s right to bear arms.

Top Of The Morning News: December 24, 2012

Dan Verbeck — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:06:25 +0000

Gun shows, Missouri Medicaid expansion & more: Your morning news from KCUR.

Top Of The Morning News: December 21, 2012

Dan Verbeck — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:27:51 +0000

Thursday morning's snowstorm disrupted flights, schools and power, but by Friday Kansas City is getting back on track. That & more news from KCUR.

Council Joins Mayor On Gun Control Stance

Steve Bell — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 05:56:37 +0000

The Kansas City city council has joined the mayor in calling for tougher gun control laws. One focus is on controlling weapons like AK-47's and AR-15's.

Topic Of Mayors' Letter: Gun Violence

Dan Verbeck — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:45:51 +0000

Kansas City Mayor Sly James is among the latest to sign a letter being sent the President and Congress. The subject: gun and ammunition control.

Top Of The Morning News: December 20, 2012

Laura Spencer — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:30:00 +0000

The KC metro area experienced its first winter storm. Missouri Senators weighed in on legislation to curb gun violence. Kansas tied for last when it comes to public health preparedness. Those stories & more from KCUR.

State Legislators In Missouri Discuss Firearms In The Classroom

Marshall Griffin — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 23:06:32 +0000

Legislation pre-filed in the Missouri House would allow teachers to carry firearms in their classrooms.

Missouri Senators Disagree About Gun Control

Chris McDaniel — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 22:14:49 +0000

After the tragedy in Connecticut, many are now looking to Congress and the President to enact legislation that will curb gun violence. But Missouri’s Senators don’t agree on what that response should be.

Top Of The Morning News: December 18, 2012

Dan Verbeck — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:53:41 +0000

Governor Jay Nixon says his administration may seek legislation to protect school children. U.S. Senator Roy Blunt says greater gun control is not the answer. Those stories and more from KCUR News.

Blunt Says No To Gun Control, Blames Fed Health Programs

Dan Verbeck — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 22:35:40 +0000

U.S. Senator Roy Blunt says badly administered mental health programs should be fixed as a remedy, rather than blame guns, for violence like the Connecticut school killings.

Is It Time To Talk About Gun Control?

Stephen Steigman and Steve Kraske — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:07:02 +0000

It may be the tipping point: among the issues of discussion after Friday's massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut: mental health and gun control.