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Friday, May 31, 2013  In unwanted way, ricin letters highlight New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's stature in gun-laws debate

Thursday, May 30, 2013  One of the letters containing traces of the poison ricin refer to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's gun control efforts

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.

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

Monday, April 29, 2013  One of the architects of failed gun control legislation says he's bringing it back.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Gun Dealers at this year’s Travelling RK Gun Show at the Boone County Fairgrounds had more than gun sales on their minds this weekend.

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

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The vehicles would have to be locked, with all firearms kept out of sight

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.

Sunday, April 07, 2013  The President of The National Rifle Association made his only visit to Missouri this weekend during a Lincoln Days dinner at The Lake of the Ozarks.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Connecticut lawmakers tout bipartisanship, unveil response to Newtown shooting; vote planned Wednesday

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Senate panel ready to OK Dems' bill on gun background checks, fate in full Senate less sure

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  A House committee endorsed similar legislation last week, but that measure seeks to criminalize enforcement of all federal gun laws.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  The lawsuit alleges that personal and private information about Missouri residents is being collected, retained and disseminated to a third party and the federal government.