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Kenmore man, babysitter charged with smoking pot in same room as toddler

A 28-year-old man and the 18-year-old babysitter to his toddler son were charged after allegedly smoking pot in the same room as the man's 15-month-old son.

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.

Attorney representing WNY rifle dealer files lawsuit challenging SAFE Act

Attorney James Tresmond represents a Chautauqua County-based rifle dealer, and says the assault weapons he bases his business on are now outlawed by the deal.

Local gun rights supporters protest in Albany

Local members of Erie County's chapter of SCOPE were up early Thursday morning, boarding buses for Albany at the Southgate Plaza in West Seneca.

02/28/2013 03:44 PM

Experts say repeal of SAFE Act an uphill battle for pro-gun advocates

A group of protesters from Western New York is heading to Albany on Thursday to call for repeal of the SAFE Act. YNN's Kevin Jolly reports despite widespread opposition from gun rights advocates repealing the law may be an uphill battle.

02/27/2013 06:23 PM

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 More than a month after the measure known as the SAFE Act was passed, opponents remain committed to getting it repealed and they are hoping to show strength in numbers at a rally planned for later this week.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.

02/26/2013 08:22 PM

'Opt-Out' form now available to protect pistol permit holders' privacy

New York State pistol permit holders can now protect their information from being made public - thanks to a new "opt-out" form put out by the State Police Friday. YNN's Kaitlyn Lionti tells us about the form, and why the Erie County Clerk says it will mean more work for his office.

02/15/2013 05:47 PM

WNY lawmakers address mental health and school violence provisions

Some Western New York lawmakers held a forum Wednesday to talk about mental health, school safety, and violence. As YNN's Kevin Jolly reports, much of the testimony focuses on the states tough new gun laws.

02/13/2013 07:22 PM

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.

Updated 02/12/2013 06:22 PM

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.

02/12/2013 11:42 AM

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.

Updated 02/10/2013 11:08 AM

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.

Updated 01/30/2013 08:18 PM

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.

Updated 01/30/2013 06:22 PM

Local government officials want review of SAFE Act

A consortium of local governments within Erie County want the Governor to suspend the SAFE act for further review. Local leaders tell YNN's Katie Cummings they believe the law was enacted in haste.

01/25/2013 10:57 PM

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.

01/25/2013 08:42 PM

DiPietro calls for Safe Act repeal

A Western New York Assemblyman is working to repeal Governor Cuomo's Safe Act. YNN's Meg Rossman has more on David DiPietro's concerns and why the Lieutenant Governor says changes could be coming.

01/25/2013 07:17 PM

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.

01/24/2013 08:51 PM

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.

Updated 01/19/2013 07:19 PM

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.

Updated 01/19/2013 12:52 PM

Pistol permit frenzy

The recent topic of gun legislation has created a pistol permit frenzy in Chautauqua County causing the permit office to be overwhelmed.

01/16/2013 10:35 PM

Obama unveils gun violence measures

President Barack Obama unveiled and signed a plan to reduce gun violence in America. It comes a month after the tragic shooting of 26 children and teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary. YNN's Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups has more.

Updated 01/16/2013 08:08 PM

Signed too soon?

Governor Cuomo's gun control bill is receiving criticism not just for what's in it, but also the process by which it became law. The governor waived the legislative three-day waiting period of signing the SAFE Act into law. As YNN’s Nick Reisman explains, it has some lawmakers upset.

01/16/2013 06:56 PM

Should NY stop investing in gun manufacturers?

New York State became the first state in the nation to pass stricter gun laws since the Webster and Newtown shootings, before President Obama's proposal. Now that the ground work has been laid down, there are questions as to whether the state should stop investing in companies that manufacture guns. YNN's Zack Fink has more.