Local media outlets offer objective coverage of surge in numbers of people obtaining concealed carry licenses

By Chad D. Baus

Two Ohio area television affiiates have recently aired informative, unbiased stories on carrying concealed weapons for self-defense, and related issues.

On November 5, WCPO, Cincinnati's ABC affiliate, published a report entitled "Some Women Turning To Guns For Peace Of Mind", which documents a former robbery victim's progress from defenseless victim to becoming a trained gun owner and Ohio concealed handgun license-holder.

Meanwhile, across the border in Parkersburg, WV, NBC affiliate, WTAP is running a three-part series on Castle Doctrine laws and related issues. Following is Part 1, which focuses on Castle Doctrine laws in Ohio and West Virginia:

Click here to access Part 2 of the WTAP series, which focuses on concealed carry.

A link for Part 3 will be added here after it is broadcast.