What Are the Odds?
When a less than 1% possibility becomes a community’s reality. Guest contributor Michael Bellantoni reflects on the Bend, Oregon elementary school shooting, the armed citizen who stepped in, and why rare does not mean impossible.
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Solvent Traps After the NFA Shake-Up: What’s Actually Legal Now?
The ATF's decision to stop enforcing certain NFA registration requirements has raised questions about solvent trap kits and homemade suppressors. The post Solvent Traps After the NFA Shake-Up: What’s Actually Legal Now? appeared first on The Truth About Guns.
Climate Central Blames Climate Change for 2,000 Shootings
Climate Central estimates that climate-related heat contributed to approximately 2,000 shootings in 100 U.S. cities between 2021 and 2025. The post Climate Central Blames Climate Change for 2,000 Shootings appeared first on The Truth About Guns.
Federal Judge Strikes Down New York Body Armor Ban, Rules Armor Protected by Second Amendment
A federal judge has struck down New York’s ban on civilian body armor purchases, ruling that protective armor is protected by the Second Amendment. The decision marks a major victory for the Firearms Policy Coalition, although the injunction has been temporarily stayed.
Durham Brother Shoots Man During Alleged Apartment Break-In, Police Say
A woman's brother shot a man during an alleged attempt to break into her Durham apartment on October 10, police said. Investigators described the shooting as apparent self-defense and said the wounded man would be charged. The post Durham Brother Shoots Man During Alleged Apartment Break-In, Poli...
Nearly 30 Million Americans Bought Guns. Here’s Who They Are.
Nearly 30 million Americans acquired firearms between 2021 and 2024, including more than 11 million first-time owners. The post Nearly 30 Million Americans Bought Guns. Here’s Who They Are. appeared first on The Truth About Guns.
Bank Fishing Blueprint #019: Chumming for Bass
Welcome back to Bank Fishing Blueprint, the weekly AllOutdoor series focused on helping anglers find and catch more fish from the bank. Last week, we covered why you should leave a note on your windshield every time you park to fish, a thirty-second habit that can save you a ticket, a tow, or an ...
Cook County, Connecticut Defend AR-15 Bans in Supreme Court Briefs Ahead of December Arguments
Cook County and Connecticut are asking the Supreme Court to uphold AR-15 bans by arguing that military usefulness, ballistic effectiveness, and public-safety concerns justify prohibiting America's most popular rifle. Their constitutional arguments could have consequences far beyond the AR-15.
Three Years in Prison to Earn a Day in Court: FPC and Two D.C. Gun Owners Ask the Full D.C. Circuit to Overrule the Standing Rule Shielding the District’s Magazine Ban
FPC asks the full D.C. Circuit to end a standing rule that makes gun owners risk felony charges just to challenge D.C.'s magazine ban. Read the original story: Three Years in Prison to Earn a Day in Court: FPC and Two D.C. Gun Owners Ask the Full D.C. Circuit to Overrule the Standing Rule Shieldi...
Smith & Wesson Acquires Savage Arms in $160 Million Deal
Smith & Wesson has acquired Savage Arms in a $160 million cash-and-stock transaction, expanding its presence in the hunting rifle and shotgun markets. The post Smith & Wesson Acquires Savage Arms in $160 Million Deal appeared first on The Truth About Guns.