Illinois deer hunters may finally be getting a long‑awaited update to the state’s firearm regulations. Senate Bill 2756, a measure that would allow hunters to use rifles equipped with up to three‑round magazines, has officially passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and is now awaiting Governor JB Pritzker’s signature. This bill represents one […]
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Illinois gun owners have been waiting for movement from the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals on the state’s assault‑weapons ban — officially the Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA). As of now, there have been no new rulings or changes from the Seventh Circuit. The law remains fully in effect, and enforcement continues statewide. This update […]
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A Major Shift in the National Fight Over “Assault Weapon” Bans This week, the U.S. Department of Justice filed two major lawsuits — one against the State of Colorado, and another against the City of Denver — challenging their so‑called “assault weapon” and magazine bans. For responsible gun owners, law‑abiding citizens, and the first‑responder community […]
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The DOJ’s Lawsuit Against Colorado’s Magazine Ban In May 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a major lawsuit targeting Colorado’s long‑standing 15‑round magazine limit, originally passed in 2013 after the Aurora theater shooting. What the DOJ argues The DOJ claims Colorado’s magazine limit violates the Second Amendment because: This lawsuit is part of the […]
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Trusted since 1914. Made in the USA. Lifetime Warranty. When your safety depends on your gear, you choose the restraints that have defined the industry for over a century. Why Peerless Leads the Industry Peerless has been family‑owned and American‑made since 1914, setting the benchmark for restraint design with the legendary Carney swing‑through mechanism—a breakthrough […]
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What It Means for Illinois Gun Owners & How C.O.P.S., Inc. Helps You Stay Prepared Illinois House Bill 4471 — better known across the state as the “Glock Bill” — has sparked major concern among responsible gun owners, first responders, and Illinois FFLs. While the bill never uses the word Glock, its technical definitions apply […]
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The 5‑point break‑away system is engineered to prevent entanglement — a critical safety feature for law enforcement, fireground operations, roadway incidents, and security details. If the vest is grabbed, caught, or pulled, it releases at the shoulders, sides, and front, allowing the wearer to break free instantly. This makes it ideal for: Key Features That […]
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Understanding the case that could reshape how states treat lawful firearm carriers When most people hear about a gun‑rights case out of Maryland, they assume it has nothing to do with Illinois. But Gardner v. Maryland is different. This case has the potential to affect every Illinois gun owner, every traveler passing through our state, […]
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Overview Illinois lawmakers have introduced HB4414, a bill that would create a new tax on handgun ammunition and require individual serialization of every round sold or possessed in the state. These proposals have generated significant concern among gun owners, FFLs, and law‑abiding citizens. As of April 2026, neither the tax nor the serialization requirement is […]
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When you work in Police, Fire, EMS, or public safety, your uniform isn’t just clothing—it’s equipment. It has to perform under pressure, survive long shifts, and stay professional no matter what the day throws at you. That’s exactly why 5.11 Tactical Job Shirts have become a staple across departments nationwide. Built for durability, engineered for […]
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