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New York

Governor Cuomo defends SAFE Act

Governor Andrew Cuomo is firing back, disputing claims the New York SAFE Act was rushed into law.

Governor Cuomo defends SAFE Act

03/04/2013 10:05 PM

Albany

Opponents of NY's gun control law rallying at the Capitol

They're calling it a statement in numbers. Thousands of gun activists, including the leader of the nation's largest gun lobby, were at the Capitol, protesting New York's SAFE Act. Lori Chung has more on the rally and the message that was sent to the governor.

Opponents of NY's gun control law rallying at the Capitol

Updated 02/28/2013 04:12 PM

Albany

Those opposing SAFE Act plan to rally this week

The fight over gun control returns to Albany this week. More than a month after the measure known as the SAFE Act was passed, opponents remain committed to getting it repealed and they are hoping to show strength in numbers at a rally planned for later this week. Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman has the details.

Those opposing SAFE Act plan to rally this week

02/26/2013 08:22 PM

Albany

NY Senate Republicans participate in gun rally

While gun rights are a passionate issue for many, politics are also involved. Several prominent New York Republicans made an appearance at Tuesday afternoon's gun rally. YNN’s Nick Reisman reports.

NY Senate Republicans participate in gun rally

Updated 02/12/2013 06:22 PM

New York

Groups rally over gun laws in Albany

Hundreds of people on both sides of the gun control debate rallied at the State Capitol. YNN’s Lori Chung reports.

Groups rally over gun laws in Albany

Updated 02/12/2013 05:15 PM

Albany

Paladino talks gun legislation

Former gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino is back in Albany, talking about guns. YNN's Nick Reisman caught up with the Buffalo native and has that latest.

Paladino talks gun legislation

02/12/2013 11:42 AM

Troy

Rensselaer Co. legislators to reaffirm Second Amendment

The Rensselaer County Legislature is now another body challenging the New York SAFE Act.

Rensselaer Co. legislators to reaffirm Second Amendment

02/12/2013 10:44 AM

Albany

Governor reacts to gun control opposition

Gun control continues to be a hot button issue for many in New York State. With many urging a repeal, there is a rally planned at the state Capitol next week. Nick Reisman has more on the latest opposition to the law and the governor's reaction.

Governor reacts to gun control opposition

Updated 02/10/2013 11:08 AM

Schenectady

State officials visit Capital Region to discuss NY SAFE Act

Many gun owners are still looking for answers when it comes to the newly signed SAFE Act. To help, New York State Police are meeting with gun owners to clear up some of the confusion. Erin Vannella has more from a meeting in Schenectady.

State officials visit Capital Region to discuss NY SAFE Act

Updated 01/30/2013 09:46 PM

Washington D.C.

Congress holds hearing on gun control

The first congressional hearing on gun control since the Sandy Hook shooting in Newtown, Connecticut took a dramatic turn with an appeal for tougher gun laws from wounded Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Michael Scotto has the story.

Congress holds hearing on gun control

Updated 01/30/2013 08:18 PM

New York State

Cuomo discusses new gun laws

Governor Andrew Cuomo was in Albany Wednesday, further discussing the state's new gun legislation. Our Nick Reisman has more from the Capitol.

Cuomo discusses new gun laws

Updated 01/30/2013 06:22 PM

New York

New York State Rifle and Pistol Association files first legal challenge to the NYSAFE Act

The nation's strictest gun law is seeing its first legal challenge. The State Rifle and Pistol Association has filed a notice of claim to overturn New York’s sweeping gun control law, the NY SAFE Act.

New York State Rifle and Pistol Association files first legal challenge to the NYSAFE Act

01/29/2013 05:25 PM

New York City

AG Holder speaks on gun control at state DAs conference

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder traveled to New York to address the State District Attorneys Association's winter conference. He spoke to them about an issue getting a lot of attention at both the state and national level – gun control. YNN's Grace Rauh has the details.

AG Holder speaks on gun control at state DAs conference

01/25/2013 08:42 PM

Washington D.C.

Push to ban assault weapons

Nearly a week after President Obama unveiled his recommendations to combat gun violence, California Senator Dianne Feinstein introduced legislation to renew an assault weapons ban she championed 20 years ago. Our Michael Scotto has the story.

Push to ban assault weapons

01/24/2013 08:51 PM

New York

Does NY SAFE Act do more harm than good for mental health?

New York's SAFE Act set the stage for the national debate on gun laws. One of the provisions requires mental health providers to report any person who is likely to harm themselves or others. As our Katie Gibas reports, many experts are worried it will do more harm than good.

Does NY SAFE Act do more harm than good for mental health?

Updated 01/21/2013 04:10 PM

New York

Legal Eagle: Gun control legislation

Gun control has been in the headlines this week after Governor Cuomo signed sweeping new legislation in New York, plus a new lawsuit in the deadly Colorado Theater Shooting. Here to talk about the case is our Legal Eagle, Paul DerOhannesian.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Legal Eagle: </em></span>Gun control legislation

01/20/2013 01:47 PM

Albany

Thousands protest at Capitol against NY SAFE Act

Governor Cuomo is garnering a lot of criticism after passing the NY SAFE Act this week. YNN's Madeleine Rivera was at the Capitol on Saturday as thousands of people protested against the bill.

Thousands protest at Capitol against NY SAFE Act

Updated 01/19/2013 07:19 PM

Albany

Gun rights activists rally at state Capitol

Thousands of gun rights activists are gathering at the state Capitol in support of the Second Amendment. Our Madeleine Rivera reports from the rally.

Gun rights activists rally at state Capitol

Updated 01/19/2013 12:52 PM

Newburgh

Gun buyback event underway in Newburgh

The first of two gun buyback events in the city of Newburgh is underway. Guns will be collected at the NCAC building on Grand Street until 4 p.m.

Gun buyback event underway in Newburgh

01/19/2013 11:40 AM

Albany

Schools react to gun legislation

The devil's in the details, but when it comes to the pages of New York State and federal gun control measures, school officials say they've found some good.

Schools react to gun legislation

01/18/2013 01:55 PM