Basic economics teaches that when one prices something high that few will be sold. Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart has proposed that Cook County residents be charged $300 to apply for a concealed carry license. That’s what the Chicago Sun-Times … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Right to Carry Association: Training Night-Mental Preparation for Unarmed and Armed Confrontation We are proud to be hosting a dynamic, expert, trainer. His name is Matthew McNamara. Come out and learn the must … Continue reading
Politisite.com has an interesting bar chart that might be of interest. … Continue reading
A missive from the McHenry County Right to Carry Association: Nik Clark, president of WisconsinCarry.org starts his letters to his members: “Greetings in Freedom”. Thanks, Nik. Two members of MCR2CA were at the gun show on February 17 at the … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County State’s Attorney: DEFENDANT ARMANDO FERRAL-MUJICA SENTENCED TO 16 YEARS IN THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FOR AGGRAVATED BATTERY WITH A FIREARM Louis A. Bianchi, McHenry County State’s Attorney, announces that 22 year old … Continue reading
After all the hubbub about the lockdown drill at Cary-Grove High School, District 155 is determined to train teachers and students what to do if there is a threat from a deranged person with a gun, but the drill at … Continue reading
McHenry County residents will again have the opportunity to travel by bus to Springfield to lobby legislators on gun legislation. Departure will be at 6 AM on March 6th with a planned return to Woodstock at 9:30. The contact person … Continue reading
This is the second part of my reflections on the Appellate Court’s finding the prohibition against carrying guns to protect oneself outside the home to be unconstitutional. The first part is here. “Controversial” could be used to describe the 2002 … Continue reading
“Concealed carry.” What a public relations disaster that label has been. When I ran for Governor on the Libertarian ticket in 2002, I certainly supported the concept, but I knew it was a kiss of death for those advancing the … Continue reading
A press release from Congressman Joe Walsh: Rep. Walsh Statement on Reversal of Illinois’ Ban on Conceal Carry Ruling is a Victory for Illinois Residents WASHINGTON – Congressman Joe Walsh (IL-08) released the following statement today after a Federal Court … Continue reading
I feel left out. With redistricting, both Republican candidates for the Illinois General Assembly are running unopposed. That’s what happens when the party in control determines legislative boundaries based on past voting behavior rather than more logical geographical and political … Continue reading
A press release from Congressman Joe Walsh: Rep. Walsh responds to Gov. Quinn’s veto of ammunition purchase reform bill Gov. Quinn’s decision to ban the NRA-backed ammunition purchase reform bill is just another example which highlights his long standing record … Continue reading
A press release from Congressman Joe Walsh: Rep. Walsh to Governor Quinn: Give Our Constituents the Right to Protect Themselves Urges passage of a conceal and carry gun law WASHINGTON –Today Congressman Joe Walsh (IL-8) and 3 other Members of … Continue reading
Wednesday was the opening day for OnTarget, Bo Strom’s new Crystal Lake shooting range and gun shop. The building is way, way out of my normal driving patterns, but, having found it, I can tell you how to get there. … Continue reading
Here’s the press release from OnTarget: On Target Range and Tactical Training Center is opening its doors on Wednesday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. Ready, aim, fire! We know that all of you have been anxiously awaiting the opening of … Continue reading
Here’s what District McHenry County Board member Nick Provenzano is handing out as he goes door-to-door. Here’s the piece that was mailed to gun owners: Any other candidates who would like to share their campaign material, please email it to … Continue reading
Below is a press release from State Senate candidate Cliff Surges. He is running agasint Karen McConnaughay. Surges Announces Support for Illinois Concealed Carry law on Illinois Gun Owners Lobby Day (IGOLD) in Springfield Gilberts, IL – Cliff Surges, Republican … Continue reading
A press release from Congressman Don Manzullo: Manzullo Urges Illinois Officials to Oppose Bills that Would Undermine the Rights of Gun Owners [ROCKFORD] – Congressman Don Manzullo (R-IL) today urged Illinois leaders to oppose gun control legislation working its way … Continue reading
A press release from a new business in Crystal Lake, OnTaget: Opening April 2012 On Target Range and Tactical Training Center is scheduled to open in April 2012. Check out our construction progress on www.OnTargetSite.com as we are updating our … Continue reading
Attorney Sally Wiggins, organizer of a group of woman in favor of changing the law in Illinois so people can possess handguns with which to protect themselves is holding its second meeting Monday, January 9th. Here’s Wiggins’ summary of the … Continue reading
