A bill on Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could improve public safety while addressing the state's appeals process for FOID card decisions.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — State representatives passed legislation Friday to allow anyone charged with their first weapon-related offense to …

SB8 that requires firearms to be locked in safe storage containers in the presence of minors or at risk persons had fierce debate in the House gun violence prevention committee Wednesday.

A bill in the state capitol could expand how law enforcement is able to restrain guns during a firearm restraining order. An issue law enforcement has run into is the law of clear and present danger. This law requires those taking away the firearms to be able to prove the gun holder was an immediate threat. Illinois State Police said this has been too limiting.

A plan to require guns to be stored in safe storage when minors could be around passed the Illinois Senate Thursday.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - A plan to require guns to be stored in a locked container when not in use passed the Senate executive committee Thursday.

A plan in Springfield could allow anyone charged with their first weapon-related offense to apply for a FOID card while they participate in a pretrial diversion program.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — An Illinois Democrat proposal would add a fee to give more money to a law enforcement fund that helps take away gun…