Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Upheld | St. Louis News

Illinois’ assault weapons ban stays intact after a federal appeals court rules it constitutional, a victory hailed by state officials following the Highland Park tragedy. But the legal fight isn’t over—just days later, the Supreme Court signals it will review a similar Cook County ban, keeping the national debate alive. Supporters see these laws as vital for public safety, while critics argue they violate Second Amendment rights. With Cook County’s top prosecutor ready to defend their local ban, the battle over gun control in Illinois is far from settled—and could reshape gun laws for years to come. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5456130b85d4be74