Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Monday, February 04, 2013  Quincy Alderman Mike Rein asked the city's corporation counsel to draft an ordinance that would authorize conceal carry within Quincy's city limits.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is trying to salvage the state's ban on concealed carry.

Friday, December 21, 2012  The question is whether public outrage will produce a meaningful difference in the rules for how Americans buy and use guns.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals announced Tuesday that lawmakers have 180 days to write a new law legalizing concealed carry.

Friday, November 09, 2012  Illinois voters want legislature to approve conceal and carry legislation.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012  Dick Metcalf says Illinois law change is inevitable

Tuesday, May 15, 2012  Adams County Board addresses conceal carry and salary freezes at Tuesday meeting.

Wednesday, May 04, 2011  Poll:  Should Illinois residents be allowed to carry a concealed weapon?