Illinois and Wisconsin are the only states where it is illegal for a private citizen to carry concealed weapons. Many states issue permits for concealed weapons if the owner takes a class and passes a background check.
Alaska and Vermont don't require a permit for carrying a concealed weapon.
I was surprised and thought this was a fairly well balanced article by the reporter. I don't know how long he has been writing for the times, but if he keeps this up, it won't be long. ;)
I was in Illinois earlier this month for a family reunion. Stopped just before the state line and put the XD-45 in a box in the back of the car. Felt more than a little naked the entire time. I don't go there often and I sure do not stay long. Chicago (My birthplace) will never see a dime of tourist money from me. Same for San Fransisco, New York or any other place that severely restricts the right to self defense. The one exception is D.C., but I try to overnight out of the district if I go. Oops, ranting. ;0
Merryland (MD), for all intents and purposes, also is a no-carry state...