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Yesterday at 10:10 AM  A Macon man, Levi Hillard, is charged with three counts of felony forgery for signing the false documents.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Police vow to solve shooting that wounded 19 people during Mother's Day parade in New Orleans

Friday, May 10, 2013  A traumatic incident while stationed on a M-RAP in Iraq led to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for Andrew O'Brien. He has since turned the corner and wants to bring awareness into the open about PTSD.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Proposed amendment would insure protected gun rights of Missourians.

Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  In Kentucky, child shooting spotlights urban-rural gun debate when 5-year-old kills 2-year-old

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Illinois' Attorney wants more time to decide whether to fight back against a court mandated conceal carry ban for the state.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Proponents of background checks for gun sales are exploring ballot options

Monday, April 22, 2013  Police: 5 dead in shootings at apartment complex south of Seattle

Monday, April 15, 2013  Update: Peoria's mayor and police chief have announced they are stepping up patrols, targeting up to 100 people wanted for gang violence and related charges.

Friday, April 12, 2013 

Friday, April 12, 2013  Gun bill clears first Senate hurdle, debate on background checks starts Tuesday

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Suspects in a January bank robbery have been indicted by a federal grand jury.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  President Obama's gun control proposals have run into resistance on Capitol Hill, leaving their fate in doubt.

Monday, April 08, 2013  In a country where at least a third of households have firearms, it's hard to impose stricter arms rules without support from gun owners.