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As we reach the five-year anniversary of concealed carry in Illinois, those who were among the very first to obtain their CCW permit will need to make sure that they’ve completed the renewal course in order to keep it valid.  This is something which needs to be done every five years, and it’s been m...

If you’re still scrambling for that perfect last minute gift for the firearm enthusiast you love, Concealed Carry of Illinois is offering 25% off private range time!  It’s great who anyone looking to brush up on their skills, while getting some one-on-one pointers from a certified NRA instructor....

For those who have completed their basic firearms safety and concealed carry training, it can be easy to assume that you’ve done everything you need to do.  As many have learned, though, staying up-to-date on your training is just as important as getting your permit.  Over time you may retain many o...

While group classes still remain a popular option for those looking to obtain their IL concealed carry permit, many are discovering the advantages of having private group training at their home or workplace.  At Concealed Carry of Illinois, we've gone to great lengths to offer the most diverse range...

Chicago ended its 2016 summer season with the highest number of shootings in a single weekend, making it the city's most violent summer in recent history.  Now, many will argue that this surge of unprecedented violence is limited to the city's south and west sides, but new reports are showing that t...

For the majority of those looking to apply for an Illinois concealed carry permit, it will be necessary to take the complete 16 hour CCW course.  But what if you're already have certifications or professional experience with firearms?  Do you still need to take the Basic Pistol Safety class in addit...

By now, it's safe to assume that most Illinois residents are at least somewhat familiar with the availability of concealed carry training so close to home.  For many ,however, this can conjure up some images that have nothing to do with responsible firearms ownership.  Because until you've actually...

With so many Illinois concealed carry classes to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which one is best for your specific needs. Let’s take a look at the advantages of smaller classrooms when it comes to getting trained and certified for your IL Concealed Carry permit. A Better Learn...

If you’re a firearms enthusiast who resides in the state of Illinois… even if you’re not, but still want to protect yourself and loved ones, you’ve probably considered taking the Illinois CCL Firearms Training Course.  Understandably, especially for those new to handguns, you may be wondering what t...

One of the false misconceptions associated with obtaining a concealed carry permit, is that it’s something only for men with lifelong interests in firearms, hunting, etc. This, however, could not be further from the truth in today’s society. In fact, we’ve been seeing an increase in the number of wo...

If you've been paying attention to the news lately, it's clear that we are on the cusp of great social change here in the United States.  Closer to home in Illinois, many residents are realizing that having a means of reliable personal protection is something they need to strongly consider.  Gun and...

As a company that routinely checks in on what our competition is offering, we’ve learned that not all concealed carry permit training classes are the same. If you’ve been considering registering with one of the many discount CCW permit classes, it’s important to have complete information in order to...

DuPage county might not be the best place for criminals to try their luck, as Illinois State Police officials recently announced that DuPage County has issued over 4,600 concealed carry licenses since submission began this past January.  Of the more than 73,000 total CCW licenses issued in the state...

As the State of Illinois gradually begins issuing concealed carry permits to the estimated 50,000 residents who’ve already submitted applications, many, including the general public, have been left wondering where a person can and cannot carry a concealed firearm. Where is Concealed Carry Pro...

There will always be those in our society who, based on absolutely nothing, will remain under the impression that concealed carry is dangerous, regardless of the state or city in question.  For those of us who have actually taken time to give the issue real thought, we would simply like to point out...

With Illinois now almost a full year into concealed firearm carry, and both the crime and murder rates down across the board, there are (remarkably) still those who think that concealed carry is a bad, dangerous, scary thing.  They remain under the extraordinarily delusional impression that banning...

Since it was first announced that Illinois had passed the necessary measures needed to legalize concealed carry, there has been a frenzy of information appearing all over the internet. Unfortunately, a concerning percentage of what is posted, read and shared is far from accurate. Some people have st...

By now, just about everyone with eyes & ears has been made aware of how high Chicago’s crime rate is.  Among them, are those who foolishly, hastily, insist that guns, and guns alone, are the entire problem.  What this ignorant slice of the population fails to take into consideration, is that at the...

Regardless of where you stand on all the madness taking palace in today's world, there's one thing we can all undoubtedly agree on… it's getting pretty scary out there.  It has become all but impossible to turn on the news without hearing about the latest mass shooting, hate crime or overseas threat...

As Illinois residents continue to become acclimated to the notion of concealed carry laws, more and more people are making the decision to get trained for their CCW permit.  Of course, such a significant decision comes with more than its fair share of curiosities.  How much will classes cost?  How l...

Ever since officially becoming law in Illinois, citizens have been scrambling to find out what is needed to get their IL concealed carry permit.  For those of you who are already familiar with the process, you know that taking the state’s official Concealed Carry class is the first step.  Of course...

By now there are more than a few Concealed Carry class graduates, as more and more residents and gun enthusiasts are becoming educated on the requirements needed to apply for their CCL permit. And while the process of getting training is otherwise straight forward, there are still some issues that h...

When it comes to getting you CCL permit in Illinois, there are many factors which need to be taken into consideration before registering for classes.  Not only will this ensure that you have the best possible learning experience… it will also help in saving you time and frustration as you go about t...

One of the most important things you can do before signing up for a concealed carry class, is to know exactly what you’re signing up for.  Illinois’s decision to allow CCW permits resulted in more than a few people jumping on the training bandwagon, and this makes it important to have a clear unders...

After decades of efforts from the NRA and other organizations, as well as countless individuals, residents will now be able to obtain their long-awaited concealed carry permit in Illinois. This has come to the delight of millions of registered gun owners throughout the state, as well as the Chicago...

When Brian Kossof, founder and president of Concealed Carry of Illinois, began offering Illinois State Firearm Safety and Concealed Carry classes in September of last year, the room was filled with men and perhaps a handful of women. “To be honest, I wasn’t at all surprised by the male to female rat...