gun safety

A new bill in Congress would stop the U.S. Postal Service from allowing the mailing of handguns by anyone other than a federally licensed firearm dealer.

Publicly accessible data shows firearm fatalities at the county and state levels. Authorized users, including public health and public safety professionals, have access to even more precise data.

Michigan’s safe gun storage and red flag laws adopted largely in response to mass shootings at Oxford High School and Michigan State University have been in effect for two years now.

A task force created in 2024 has released its final report, recommending that Michigan raise the firearm purchase age, ban assault weapons and serial numberless home-built “ghost guns,” and outlaw bump stocks.

The Michigan Senate voted to ban bump stocks and so-called ghost guns Wednesday.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills meant to help parents comply with Michigan's laws on safe gun storage.

State police in Michigan will be required to destroy guns collected during community buybacks or other efforts.

The new Republican leaders of the state House of Representatives have reversed a ban on employees carrying guns in the House office building.

Today, a conversation with the co-director of the National Center for School Safety about the role new state firearm laws may play in preventing school shootings.

During this heatwave, how do we protect ourselves and loved ones? Also, a new exhibit exploring the interconnected history of African American culture and quilting. Plus, Karen McDonald talks about her work in preventing gun violence and the aftermath of the recent Rochester Hill's shooting.