Some 27 children were among the missing from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp along the river, officials said.

Addressing the state’s ongoing public defender shortage was among the most pressing issues for lawmakers during the six-month ...

Some state Democrats responded that the proposal could lead to more gun violence and accidents. The bill being debated on Tuesday specifically addresses permitless concealed carry of a handgun.

Explore developments in NC’s gun crime and gun ownership law debate, including concealed carry permits and allowing teachers to carry weapons ...

Federal Court Mandates Equal Access to Concealed Carry Permits for Out-of-State Visitors A federal court in California has ...

Lawmakers proposed letting private school staff carry guns on campus, while other bills aim to end the permit requirement for concealed handguns and lower the legal age to carry from 21 to 18.