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The Trace and Block Club Chicago are hiring a Staff Writer

The Trace, in partnership with Block Club Chicago, is looking for a full-time staff writer to cover the impact of gun ...
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What Researchers Learned About American Gun Violence in 2025

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What Harris and Trump Might Do About Guns If Elected

Give today and help The Trace keep the facts on gun violence free for everyone who needs them. Our team, our mission, our partners, and more. Plus: How to contact us. Harris has made the prevention of ...
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A Trump Administration Plan to Restore Some People’s Gun Rights Could Actually Protect Gun Laws

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Bronx Anti-Violence Program Shows Promising Results

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What Kash Patel’s Leadership Could Mean for the ATF

Give today and help The Trace keep the facts on gun violence free for everyone who needs them. Our team is examining a decade's worth of data from the Gun Violence Archive for insights into one of the ...
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Some Immigrants in Chicago Now Fear ICE More Than Gunfire

Investigating gun violence in America. Our team is examining a decade's worth of data from the Gun Violence Archive for insights into one of the most devastating public health crises in the United ...
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The Link Between Drug Market Activity and Higher Gun Violence

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Supreme Court Blocks Mexico’s Lawsuit Against U.S. Gunmakers

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How Often Are Police Shot in the Line of Duty?

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Efforts to combat 3D-printed guns face scrutiny

Give today and help The Trace keep the facts on gun violence free for everyone who needs them. Our team, our mission, our partners, and more. Plus: How to contact us. Efforts to combat homemade, ...