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Governor Cuomo defends SAFE Act

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

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.

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 More than a month after the measure known as the SAFE Act was passed, opponents remain committed to getting it repealed and they are hoping to show strength in numbers at a rally planned for later this week.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

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

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.

Updated 02/12/2013 05:15 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

Rensselaer Co. legislators to reaffirm Second Amendment

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

02/12/2013 10:44 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

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.

Updated 01/30/2013 09:46 PM

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

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.

01/29/2013 05:25 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

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

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.