From the CUP Facebook group, a reminder that this event is taking place on Monday, Memorial Day, in Springfield.  There are events throughout May and June. See the link in the text below for more information. Our theme for this week is LINKING MILITARISM AND THE PROLIFERATION OF GUN VIOLENCE In 2016, the CEOs of … Continue reading Another Moral Action Event: Guns Violence and Militarization

Below is the first part of a longer article from the CU Citizens Access web site.  The article gives an overview of gun violence data maintained by police across Illinois. Police data show gun violence a chronic, growing problem across Illinois His name was Devon McClyde and he was 16 years old when he was … Continue reading Deep Dive: Police Data on Gun Violence in Illinois

On June 2, the first Saturday in June, there will be a public event in West Side Park, Champaign focusing on gun violence and reforms. It will recognize individuals and communities impacted by gun violence, share our dedication and commitment to each other to take on the work ahead and celebrate and share our collective … Continue reading Save the Date / Volunteer / Wear Orange on June 2 at West Side Park

Below is an action item from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America asks for witness slips for two Illinois bills related to firearms.  Take a look for background on the bills and to learn about how to do a Witness Slip. It only takes a few minutes to do. Action Item You can … Continue reading Witness Slips Needed: Illinois Firearms Bill

The League of Women Voters ask for your help in contacting Illinois Senators on the following bill.  This bill came out of the Waffle House shooting incident and is intended to avoid return of arms to people whose FOID (Firearm Owner's Identification Card) has been revoked. See the summary below for an explanation.