According to the Dayton Daily News, as the state’s number of concealed carry permits rises, so does the desire to loosen restrictions on concealed weapons. Ohio was later than other states, only passing concealed carry legislation in 2004. But since that time 296,588 people have obtained permits to carry a hidden weapon, and more are seeking permission every day. [read more...]
A new Ohio law allows gun owners to carry their weapons into bars and restaurants. But, many bars and restaurants are taking a stand against it, losing customers and money in the process. [read more...]
Federal agents will soon be knocking on doors in some of the more violence-prone neighborhoods of Cleveland. They will be asking questions and hoping for willing cooperation in their attempt to assist the city in reducing gun violence. [read more...]
So far in 2011, there have been 9 officer involved shootings in Cincinnati. Last year there were only 2. According to Cincinnati.com, this means officers have fired on civilians more this month than all of last year. While the reasons aren’t certain, some suspect young gun owners are less afraid to confront officers than they were in the past. [read more...]