Lee’s note: This story moved last night. CAMPUS GUN BILL GETS APPROVAL IN SENATE COMMITTEE By JIM TURNER THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, February 16, 2015……….People with concealed-firearms licenses could carry guns at state colleges and...

Hershel “Woody” Williams is returning after 70 years to Iwo Jima, where a flamethrower saved him from Japanese bayonets and where he earned the Medal of Honor. His grandchildren urged him for years to relive the war on-site at annual ceremonies to commemorate the...

In the news recently, police shot and killed a man, who was likely motivated in the same vein as the Islamic jihadists, that committed the Charlie Hebdo massacre. The shooter fired at least 40 rounds, and killed two people, as … Continue reading → …read more...

Off-duty Sonoma County deputy fires gun in Hopland incidentSanta Rosa Press DemocratAt some point during the encounter at the Superette, an off-duty Sonoma County sheriff’s deputy saw the CHP officer holding Whitney and the others at gunpoint and stopped to assist,...

You may remember that RE Factor Tactical is now carrying some very cool, hand crafted, wooden flags. They just added a new Gadsden Flag option to the line up and you probably need it for your office, man cave, or living room. Check out the Wooden Gadsden Flag at RE...

Go read this article... California’s lead ammunition ban in the condor zone was a failure. The reason that the data was hidden, until after the state passed its final draft, of the ban. Which shows that lead bullets are likely not the cause of … Continue reading →...

Photo courtesy of flickr The Iowa Firearms Coalition has done a great deal of planning, and all of the hard work for the rights of gun owners in Iowa is going to pay off… hopefully. “We plan to legalize suppressors and fix many issues that have plagued Iowa’s firearms...

Go read this article... USA TODAYGiffords draws crowd at DC event to support gun controlUSA TODAYWASHINGTON — Former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., showed Wednesday she can still fill a room on Capitol Hill — this time for a news conference to announce...

Go read this article... In Episode 1 of I Am Forever, fitness expert Isaiah Truyman and veteran Green Beret John Wayne Walding introduce a new training program for the shooter athlete. This season, train with high school senior Reagan Tyler and watch your shooting and...

Professor John R. Lott Jr. recently gave testimony to the Wyoming legislature, which is considering, the elimination of many gun free zones. He’s been invited back. From Ammoland: John Lott covers the intense planning done by these shooters, and how … Continue reading...

Go read this article... wtvr.comHenrico County man caught trying to bring gun on airplanewtvr.comRICHMOND, Va. — A Henrico County man was arrested after he was stopped by Transportation Security Administration officers at the Richmond International Airport checkpoint...

Go read this article... 9NEWS.comMan ticketed for gun at Colo. Springs Airport security9NEWS.comThe Transportation Security Administration says screeners noticed that 64-year-old William Skeith, Jr. was carrying a .380 caliber Ruger through security Monday morning....

Go read this article... I love any video produced by Weapons Education simply for the producers humble brevity and straight to the point delivery. If anything he is the shining example of everything that is right with the gun rights movement in pointing out every...

Go read this article... The BATF’s plan to ban SS109 and M855 is not an honest attempt to protect anyone. As pointed out by Military Arms Channel, standard rifle ammunition that includes .223 and 5.56, doesn’t need a steel core to defeat body armor. … Continue reading...

Go read this article... New York State Senator Tony Avella is proposing a ban on possessing machetes. Why do these idiots think that criminals with bad intent will even pay attention? There’s not even a legal definition in New York for machetes. Which means … Continue...

For the last year or so, it’s been a race to the bottom on AR-15 pricing, with some companies trying to dump their inventory after a major plus up in production and others wanting to entice new shooters into the pleasures of the modern sporting rifle world.But one...

On September 28th, 2014 a team from Hill Country Rifles joined with expert instructors from FTW Ranch to attempt a 3600 yard shot onto a 36” steel target. At more than 2 miles, it will take the bullet a full 7.2 seconds to reach the target. New Jersey native Jim...

Go read this article... The National Shooting Sports Foundation is pleased to announce that Troy has joined the growing list of 2015 NSSF Industry Summit sponsors at the Bronze level. …read more Related

Milwaukee Journal SentinelWith 3 sons lost to gun violence, Leondis Fuller works to build up fathersMilwaukee Journal SentinelThe Rev. Leondis Fuller looks at the death notices of his three sons at his Word of Hope Ministries office at 2677 N. 40th St., Milwaukee....

Los Angeles TimesGun injuries are a public health emergency, nine organizations sayLos Angeles TimesSeven medical specialty societies, the American Bar Assn. and the American Public Health Assn. on Monday joined forces to declare gun-related injuries, which annually...

Go read this article... Progress IllinoisHigh Schoolers Pay Tribute To Chicago Gun Violence Victims Through ArtProgress IllinoisNearly 200 pieces of student artwork honoring young people killed by gun violence in the city is being showcased at River North’s Josef...

Go read this article... It’s hard to imagine a more minimal, low-profile, offset light mount than the new PLM (Proctor Light Mount). This stainless steel mount is so low profile that the top of it’s rail interface sits flush with the top of the rail it is mounted on....

CBS LocalNewtown commission on gun-violence preventionMSNBCThe group has been reviewing current policies in Connecticut pertaining to the areas of public safety, particularly focusing on school safety, gun-violence prevention, and mental health. The members’ mission...

GEORGE ZIMMERMAN, the former neighbourhood watch volunteer who fatally shot unarmed black teen Trayvon Martin in a 2012 confrontation, will not face federal charges, the US Justice Department has said.The decision resolves a case that focused on self-defence gun laws...

OP-ED: Perspectives on gun controlNiner TimesOn the other hand, there are those that believe gun control protects us by keeping weapons out of the wrong hands. “I believe people should be able to have guns,” said freshman Jamie Hash. “However, I feel there should be...

Go read this article... Dallas Morning News (blog)Attorney wants gun that officer used to shoot client — but it was reissued to …Dallas Morning News (blog)The Dallas Police Department re-issued a gun to two officers after another cop used it shoot a man in 2013...

The following comes via the NRA-ILA. In a move clearly intended by the Obama Administration to suppress the acquisition, ownership and use of AR-15s and other .223 caliber general purpose rifles, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives unexpectedly...

Go read this article... kwwl.comCrimeStoppers use cash to fight gun violencekwwl.comIt’s part of a trend Waterloo Police have noticed this year — a rise in gun violence. In an effort to combat that, this week, Cedar Valley CrimeStoppers announced a new reward program...

Go read this article... In new Jersey, 72 year old Gordon VanGilder, is facing up to 10 years in prison. For having a genuine antique flintlock pistol from the 1800s. This is what it comes down to in New Jersey. …read more Related

It goes without saying that if a shooter is into shotguns at all, a nice double-barrel is on his list of must-buy items — eventually.But the problem always seems to be that double-barrels come in two extremes. Many beautiful over-and-unders or side-by-sides come with...

Go read this article... KHOU4-year-old dead after finding gunKHOUMore than a dozen police and emergency vehicles crowded the small street after a call of a shooting involving a child. Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Detectives say that it appears that a...

Go read this article... WKRN.comBill would allow gun-owners to carry without permitWKRN.comNASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Gun owners in Tennessee may be to legally carry a gun without a permit if some state lawmakers get their way this legislative session. Rutherford...

WASHINGTON D.C. — After three days of “spirited” discussion, a virtually giddy Vice-President Joe Biden faced cameras to announce the stunning breakthrough. “It’s the Jews!” said Biden, slipping his hand inside the blouse of Kimmy Jong-Yummy, the North Korean...

MLive.comMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder signals likely signature for revised gun board bills …MLive.comSenate Bills 34 and 35, which the Legislature sent to the governor’s desk last week, would eliminate county gun boards, shifting responsibilities for processing...

3-Gun and multi-gun competitions are increasingly popular, both with recreational shooters as participants and as spectator sports with pros competing for big dollars and bragging rights. The AR market is flush with 3-gun specific models being offered by manufacturers...

Go read this article... The News JournalDelaware judge orders changes after gun prank at courtThe News JournalA prank involving two prosecutors, a courthouse bailiff and a pointed gun has led a judge to revoke the ability of bailiffs statewide to carry firearms when...

A man accused of robbing a group of people at gunpoint in Milford and shooting one of the victims in the neck is hospitalized after one of the victims shot back, according to police.(snip)The victim was treated and later released. Richard is in serious condition and...

Everytown for Gun Safety, the national lobbying group identified earlier this week as one of the “Top Ten Astroturfers” by award-winning journalist Sharyl Attkisson, is today demanding an apology from two state lawmakers for supporting concealed carry on campus as a...

Go read this article... We covered the TangoDown KeyMod Stubby Vertical Grip back when it was still an early prototype. I am happy to report that it is extremely close to entering production now along with KeyMod rail covers and a hand stop. The new hand stop and rail...

Go read this article... CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — Catawba County deputies said a man shot an intruder in his home north of Claremont on Monday.Deputies identified the intruder as Vernon Dixon.The homeowner was asleep upstairs when he heard a noise downstairs, officials...

MLive.comHouse Dems propose universal background check, open carry amendments to …MLive.comJim Townsend, D-Royal Oak, proposed expanding the legislation to require universal background checks for all gun show purchases or sales between private parties, which he said...

BELTON — A Bell County jury cleared a Killeen woman of a felony assault with a deadly weapon charge Friday.(snip)Robbins’ was arrested on Halloween 2013, after police said she threatened an ex-soldier named Henry Sutherland, her on-again, off-again boyfriend, with a...

Go read this article... Man with apparent gun inside Grand Island schoolWKBW-TV… sources tell 7 Eyewitness News a man is inside the Kaegebein Elementary School, on Love Road, on Grand Island. We’re told the man has a gun and has threatened to shoot deputies responding...

Go read this article... As Americans were preparing for the Presidential holiday weekend the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives announced that it planned to effectively ban M855 and SS109 “green tip” rifle ammunition in 5.56 and .223 calibers. …read...

Go read this article... Slate Magazine (blog)A Gun on Every CornerNew York TimesEarlier this month — right between Groundhog Day and Valentine’s Day — Senator John Cornyn of Texas introduced a bill that would allow people from states with lax gun laws to carry their...

As I was running some 9mm self-defense ammo through the chronograph the other day, I noticed something off about my Smith & Wesson M&P Compact. The rear sight was just a little bit… not there. This occurred sometime after already having fired a few hundred...

Go read this article... Bill to Block Any New Federal Gun Control Passes Key Hurdle in ArizonaTenth Amendment Center (blog)PHOENIX. (Feb. 23, 2015) – Today, an Arizona state Senate committee approved a bill that would effectively block any new federal gun control...

Police: Stolen gun traded for heroinSunbury Daily ItemAccording to the criminal complaint, Schaffner’s wife, Deb, told him Megan had told her she took the gun to Williamsport, where she gave it to a black male in exchange for heroin. Police said the defendant did not...

The shooting happened about 10:40 p.m. outside the Hope Food Store at 4002 N 22nd St. Anton Kerel Fisher, 35, got into an argument with another man and pulled a gun, police said. A third man, Anthony Martin, stood nearby and saw the argument. When Fisher turned and...

Go read this article... The Courier-JournalMaryland joins gun rights trend after election of Republican lawmakersWashington TimesPro-gun rights lawmakers in Maryland are pushing back against some of the strictest firearms laws in the county with legislation that would...

On Friday, 27 February, 2015, John Lott gave testimony at the Wyoming legislature, which is considering eliminating many gun free zones. Dr. Lott’s testimony was so impressive, that Wyoming Public Television invited him on Capitol Outlook Week. The video has been...

The 21-year-old clerk says that is when the robber armed with a gun told her to come around to the register and demanded cash. “While he struggled to get money out of the drawer he laid the gun down, I grabbed it and told him to leave or I’d shoot and the other robber...

If you’ve ever been to a public shooting range you might have experienced long lines to check in, buy targets and buy ammo. Well one shooting range in Pennsylvania is taking a more efficient approach to selling the ammo. The Beaver Valley Rifle & Pistol Club has...

Go read this article... One of life’s major inconveniences for concealed carry permit holders is the patchwork of permissive and non-permissive environments we have to traverse every day. In some cases it’s just the annoyance of dealing with the pointless no-guns...

Various government entities have tried to ban the AK-47 for decades now. It’s a familiar tactic perpetrated by many regulators. First you restrict imports to “sporting rifles,” then ban parts, then capitalize on political turmoil and ban certain imports outright. No...

Go read this article... Daily MailMicrostamping judgement will drive gun sales out of California, activists claimDaily MailCalifornia’s requirement of ‘microstamping’ technology for new firearms means that no guns made after 2013 have been sold in the state, known as...

There’s been a lot of talk about the BATF proposed ban on SS109/M855 5.56 ammunition. Which is another attempt to thwart the exercise of the Second Amendment, by the Obama administration, under the false pretense of safety. Firstly, said ammo … Continue reading →...

It’s deja vu all over again. In a recent Politico Magazine article, Evan DeFillipis and Devin Hughes resuscitate criticisms of a survey on defensive gun use that I conducted with my colleague Marc Gertz way back in 1993—the National Self-Defense Survey (NSDS). The...

Chicago TribuneAlleged shoplifter held on $500K bail after cops say he shot at them on North SideChicago TribuneWhen the officer confronted the shoplifter, the shoplifter fought with the officer and grabbed the officer’s gun, firing shots, the witness said. The...

This article is from December 19th, 2014, Sheikhupura, not far from Lahore.According to reports, six armed men barged into the house of farmer Karamat who opened fire on them, killing one of them and injuring another. The remaining four managed to flee. More Here...

Go read this article... The two days after you’ve been involved in a lethal force encounter will be as trying as any you’ve likely endured. Like all things self-defense, it’s better to consider your options now than to wait until it might be too late. Related ← The...

Go read this article... Nite Owl Firearms is the new kid on the block in American firearms manufacturing. But their experience making parts for the Department of Defense dates back to the 1980s. After years of working for other gun makers, founder Allen Evans and his...

Some PA cities change gun control ordinances after lawsuits; Others fight (VIDEO)Guns.comHarrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse last week called for donations to fight lawsuits against the city, which has five local gun control ordinances that could be targeted, Guns.com...

Go read this article... The Daily Caller has uncovered some recorded audio regarding Operation Choke Point. We knew this was going on, this is just further proof that should be used against the administration when this course goes to court....

Raw StoryBeyond the statistics: Powerful new documentary illustrates the human …Raw StoryHe also interviewed four of Noah’s teammates, Taj Gibson, Nazr Mohammed, Luol Deng, and Derrick Rose — who also lost friends to gun violence. “To this day I just sit in my room...

SCHOOLCRAFT, MI — Police are not seeking charges against a woman who shot one of two men who broke into her Schoolcraft Township home Saturday night. “There will be no charges. That’s not even being considered,” Kalamazoo County Undersheriff Paul Matyas said Monday,...

The proposed ordinance also would have made their possession in public places illegal. At tonight’s monthly meeting, Capt. Robin White with the Minot Police Department presented the ordinance that Chief Jason Olson drafted with the help of the city attorney.(snip) “If...

Carbon fiber has been a viable industrial material since the 1970s. Light, strong and distinctive-looking, it’s been the used in high-performance aircraft and fast cars. More recently, it became the prestigious and coveted component of super-light bicycles and...

KTRK-TVHCSO makes plea to gun owners following recent child shootingsKTRK-TVThe trio of shootings prompted Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia to issue an appeal for responsible gun ownership. Saying they were all preventable tragedies, Garcia issued an appeal....

Go read this article... Anti-hunting groups manipulate isolated deaths of America’s symbol to pull on people’s heartstrings. However, in reality, the bald eagle population within the U.S has never been healthier. …read more Related

Go read this article... KHOUGun lock giveaway underway in Harris CountyKHOUThe giveaway came a day after the county’s latest incident involving small kids with guns. A 5-year-old shot and critically injured his 6-year-old brother at their home near Channelview....

Big Bang Bling: Fashionable Gun Accessories For WomenCBS LocalDALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – It’s an industry that has always been dominated by men. But more women, than ever before, are purchasing guns. Designers are cashing in on the huge opportunity. According to a recent...

Go read this article... Hollywood Learns To Stop Worrying And Love The GunThe FederalistNever mind all those celebrity-packed public service announcements about gun control, or the sight of mega-producers like Harvey Weinstein railing against the National Rifle...

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, just upheld the City of Sunnyvale, California’s, total ban on “large capacity” magazines. How do do you like that? This is going to encourage every anti-gun jurisdiction in California, if not elsewhere, to ban … Continue reading →...

Go read this article... Aero Precision just introduced two new barrel options in their growing line of high quality and affordable AR-15 barrels. They now offer 5.56 chambered 11.5″ and 12.5″ CMV Barrels. These government profile barrels are both turned from 4150...

Kudos to Bill McGuire, who placed won second-place out of a field of 1,000 shooters at the Nad Al Sheba Desert Shooting Competition, held last week in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Here’s the story I wrote about his victory for the paper: By Lee...

Go read this article... Fort Mills TimesPolice: Suspect pulled gun on St. Louis officerfox2now.comThe incident happened Wednesday night. Police say 21-year-old Gregory Mills was stopped for driving erratically. Police Chief Sam Dotson says Mills had a loaded gun that...

Go read this article... Los Angeles TimesSecurity guard killed during gun battle at illegal pot dispensaryLos Angeles TimesA security guard was shot to death late Monday after exchanging gunfire with two people who tried to rob an illegal pot dispensary in San...

Go read this article... I have proof that it is not the equipment but the operator that makes things happen. Yes it is nice to have the latest and greatest in rifles, accessories and calibers. But an awesome shooter behind any caliber can win. Huge kudos and applause...

Go read this article... Despite the record snowfalls in the areas surrounding NSSF’s offices in Newtown, Connecticut, the calendar does tell us spring is just a few short weeks away. That means NSSF will be kicking off the first of a dozen Retailer Education Seminars...

Go read this article... Looking for a good time? Tromix Lead Delivery Systems can usually deliver. The company is often experimenting with gun projects that just plain look fun. The latest creation is called the Siamese M16. Make sure you check out the videos further...

Go read this article... You know Echo Nine Three for their work with AKs but few people realize that they also know their way around the AR-15. They have made AR-15 lowers for years. Their lowers are notable for their lack of over the top markings which I appreciate....

Go read this article... The pending ban on civilian sales of M855 ammunition is still hanging over our heads. Pipe Hitters Union rolled out their redesigned Think Green Tip shirt just in time. …read more Related

Go read this article... At the recent SHOT Show, Savage Arms announced a new semi-automatic rifle chambered for the .17 HMR round. The new Savage A17 rifle was specifically designed for the .17 HMR, so it is expected to avoid the problems that Remington experienced...

Go read this article... Hopefully you have been following the progress of SAR Global Tool’s Run Ranger Run charity knife to benefit Run Ranger Run and GalliantFew. The final progress post is now available at the SAR Global Tool blog and it includes the final tally of...

Go read this article... Seven DaysGun Control Supporters Concede Defeat on Background ChecksSeven DaysGun Sense Vermont cofounder Ann Braden conceded Tuesday that her group is unlikely to achieve its goal this year of requiring near-universal background checks for gun...

David Codrea: It’s also in spite of almost daily revelations corroborating the increasing danger, and not just from the “illegal” side of the equation. Just within the past day, we’ve learned that Muslim immigration is outpacing that from Mexico and Central America,...

Go read this article... Aaron from Sage Dynamics discusses optic choices for both the handgun and rifle for home defense with Allan from Georgia Optics. Good discussion that shows many different options and briefly discusses features as well as some pros and cons of...

fox6now.comSuspect in officer-involved shooting had Airsoft gun, it could have led to his …fox6now.comMILWAUKEE (WITI) — FOX6 News has learned the gun carried by an 18-year-old man shot by a Milwaukee police officer this past weekend was an Airsoft gun. The suspect...

The We Like Shooting show is a hilarious panel discussion about safety, guns, gear and gadgets and the issues that affect responsible shooters everywhere. Episode 79, Live Fire. – This week we’ll talk about RC Turret updates, Walther CCP, AICS, Aaron’s upper, Stark...

AAFP Joins Unified Effort on Gun Violence, Physician Free SpeechAAFP NewsAbout 300 million guns are privately owned in the United States — a nation of about 320 million people. And each year, more than 32,000 people in this country die from firearm-related violence,...

Criminologist Gary Kleck refutes those, who can’t seem to get it right, about self defense with firearms. Respondents to surveys, likely downplay their hand in self defense with firearms, thus affecting the statistics in the opposite manner that critics claim. …...

Go read this article... You really have to keep an eye on Blue Force Gear (BFG). They quietly improve and revise their gear all the time. They often don’t even make a big deal about it! That is the case with the Trauma Kit NOW! (TKN!) which has seen some unheralded...

Here’s another reminder of the time and effort, that those who do not value freedom, put into saving us from ourselves. Starting in January 2016, California law requires that all airsoft and toy guns, must be painted a bright toy … Continue reading → …read more...

Photo Courtesy of AP A homeowner shot a man during an apparent attempted robbery on Saturday night.. According to Wood TV and with the Kalamazoo Sheriff’s Department, the shooting happened around 11 p.m. at a home in the 800 block of West VW Avenue, outside of...

Go read this article... Chron.comIn wake of child shootings, sheriff talks gun safetyChron.comIn the wake of three separate accidental shootings of children in the past four days – two of them fatal – Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia held a press conference to talk...

Go read this article... Pressure from Michael Bloomberg has caused the Aspen Institute and Grassroots TV to spike distribution of a video of his speech in which he advocated for cities to bar minority males up to age 25 from having guns, The Aspen Times reported...

Wow, it looks like the United States Marine Corps is full of progressive firearms ideas today. Earlier we reported that the USMC was looking into adding some features commonly found on civilian, competition AR-15 rifles to the M16/M4 platform. Now, a report has been...

The popular quote says “dogs are a man’s best friend”. It’s a rare breed of best friend that will take a bullet for you, however that’s exactly what Legend, a bull-mastiff mix from Tampa, Florida did last week. According to local media reports: …read more...

Go read this article... CBS LocalColorado Man’s Realistic Gun Shirts Come With A WarningCBS LocalGRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (CBS4) – A Colorado business owner says he’s making a statement on gun rights with some controversial new apparel that’s being seen across the world....