gun control

September 18, 2013 | Sonya Burke

Texas Governor Rick Perry Visits Bethesda (Photos & Videos)

Texas Governor Rick Perry visited Montgomery County on Sept. 18. He met with some Maryland Republicans and business people during a lunch reception at Morton’s in Bethesda. The Governor said he is in Maryland to discuss red state versus blue state policies and to talk to business owners about business opportunities in Texas. During his […]

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April 30, 2013 | Evans

Gun Crazy

We’ve all been called crazy, done crazy things or had them done to us. Some of us have even felt crazy. Consider this: Given how we use it, does the word “crazy” accurately describe the off-your-meds, maybe undiagnosed, separated-from-reality, violent and destructive mindset of someone who uses a gun to kill children? Or teens? Or […]

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April 28, 2013 | Staff Writer

A Preview (Video)

“21 This Week” host Casey Aiken previews this week’s show. Aiken and the panelists will discuss the Montgomery County bag tax, the proposed online sales tax being considered by Congress, the new leader of the Maryland Republican Party, and the possibility of NRA court challenge to the new Maryland gun law. “21 This Week” airs […]

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April 7, 2013 | Staff Writer

photo Susan Heltemes

A Preview (Video)

“21 This Week” guest host Susan Heltemes previews this week’s show during which the panelists discuss the new gun control law, whether the Montgomery County Council is getting more “tree friendly” and the long awaited Silver Spring Transit Center. “21 This Week” airs on Sundays at 11 a.m. and again at 7 p.m. on Channel […]

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April 4, 2013 | Staff Writer

photo of Gov. Martin O'Malley

Governor Applauds Passage of Firearm Safety Act

Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley is applauding the final passage of SB 281- The Firearm Safety Act of 2013. The legislation, sponsored by his administration, is described as a comprehensive approach to addressing gun safety and violence prevention in Maryland. “With today’s vote, Maryland has chosen to enact a comprehensive, common sense approach to licensing and […]

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March 12, 2013 | Staff Writer

photo Steve Kreseski

Debate on Gun Control in Maryland (Video)

“21 This Week” host Casey Aiken and his guests debate gun control in Maryland. Political consultants Steve Kreseski and Rich Parsons debate with Casey. Take a look. The next show of 21 This Week airs on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. and then again at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 21. Don’t miss it! Learn more about […]

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February 17, 2013 | Staff Writer

photo Susan Heltemes

Gun Control in Maryland (Video)

Following a forum in Rockville with Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony Brown, “21 This Week” guest host Susan Heltemes asks the show’s panelists for their thoughts about gun control measures that Governor Martin O’Malley is proposing this legislative session. Take a look. The next show of 21 This Week airs on Sundays at 11 a.m. and […]

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February 5, 2013 | Staff Writer

Photo Anthony Brown and isiah Leggett

Gun Control Forum on Feb. 6 (Video)

A public forum on gun control will be held on Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Montgomery County Council Office Building. Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony Brown and Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett will be at the forum along with the County Council. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its […]

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January 15, 2013 | Staff Writer

Montgomery County Council

County Council Meets on Jan. 15

The Montgomery County Council on Tuesday, Jan. 15, will introduce a resolution that offers its support of state and federal legislation regulating the sale of guns and ammunition. The Council is scheduled to take action on the resolution on Jan. 22.  The Council’s regular session will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Third Floor Council […]

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July 31, 2012 | Staff Writer

21 This Week weighs in on Colorado Shooting

Colorado Shooting Implications (Video)

Guest host Susan Heltemes of 21 This Week leads the panel in a discussion of the recent Colorado movie theater shooting that left 12 dead. Topics include gun control, mental health, and effects of violent video games. Take a look. Guests include: John Hurson, Steve Kreseski, Jim Shalleck and Duchy Trachtenberg View the entire “21 […]

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