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gun sales
Coverage of gun sales in the Nexus archive.
- By the Numbers: Shootings Decrease, But Gun Sales Are Up
Gun violence in the U.S. has significantly decreased in the first half of 2026, with 6,458 shooting deaths and 11,781 injuries, the lowest since 2015. However, gun sales have risen, with 7.3 million firearms sold, and some states like Iowa and New Hampshire saw increases in shooting deaths.
- Cole Tomas Allen purchased weapons in L.A.'s South Bay, a hot spot for gun sales
Cole Tomas Allen purchased weapons in L.A.'s South Bay, an area known for being gun-friendly despite the broader Los Angeles County's pro-gun-control reputation. The region is highlighted as a hotspot for gun sales.