HI and welcome to IC. You only need a FOID to transport your firearms (you do need to follow the State laws on transporting). You only need a FOID to keep your firearms at home. The Chicago FA permit went away a long time ago. Always read up on the State laws pertaining to firearm ownership! If you are new to shooting, I'd highly recommend taking the NRA Basic Pistol Course, followed up by some more advanced courses, either NRA based or through one of the instructors that advertise here on IC. Good luck!