Concealed carry permits have been on the rise in Washington, with more than 713,000 gun owners possessing this specific gun license as of July 31. Pierce County has led the charge by holding more than ...

The number of Washingtonians licensed to carry concealed pistols is climbing rapidly in the face of a new state law that will require prospective gun owners to secure a state permit before purchasing ...

Imagine a single woman driving across state lines at night, hoping she won’t become a crime victim if her car breaks down. Or a truck driver as he travels across the country with valuable merchandise.

The Trace reports on concealed carry reciprocity, and what it means if Congress passes a bill effectively allowing the ...