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OH: Asking kids about guns in their homes helps save lives
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Today, guns are the leading cause of death for children and teens in America. We can’t ignore that. We can’t pretend it’s someone else’s problem. We have to act — and that starts with making safe gun storage the norm in every household.
Here’s the truth: more than 75% of kids who live in homes with guns know where they’re kept. Many know how to access them. Which means every unlocked firearm is a risk that doesn’t need to exist. Safe storage — locked, unloaded and separate from ammunition — saves lives. |
New Smith & Wesson Model 610 10mm & 617 .22 LR Mountain Guns
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Smith & Wesson has announced, in collaboration with Lipsey’s, new Model 610 10mm and Model 617 .22 Long Rifle Mountain Guns. This adds to the lineup of a .357 Magnum and a .44 Magnum, which have been out for roughly 1 year. Crafted for the backcountry, these new additions combine a lightweight profile with rugged performance, rooted in the classic features that outdoorsmen have trusted for generations. Plus, they have no internal lock, which people are currently loving! |
India: NRAI President Singh Deo Guns For Golden Era Of Indian Shooting
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India is poised to solidify its position as a premier global destination for shooting sports, with a robust calendar of international competitions slated for the coming years.
Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, President of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), expressed immense enthusiasm about the nation’s hosting rights for these prestigious events, emphasizing their critical role in athlete development and promoting the sport.
Under the confirmed schedule, India will host: |
Firearms are protection
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A letter to the editor in Saturday's Post and Courier referenced a horrific attack in which a violent criminal killed two firefighters and wounded another. The writer linked this crime to America's "gun culture," and advocated for protesting against it by electing leaders who will work to check it.
I find it interesting — especially around Independence Day — that one of the acts that helped spark the American Revolution was the British attempting to seize our powder and arms. Our forefathers recognized that arms were a necessary part of our culture, as they helped secure our freedoms. |
SC: Parked cars are now a leading source of stolen guns, new report finds
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A growing number of firearms are being stolen from parked cars, especially in urban areas, according to a new report that highlights a frequently overlooked source of illegally circulating guns.
The nonpartisan think tank Council on Criminal Justice released an analysis examining five years of gun theft data reported to law enforcement in 16 cities with populations over 250,000 (none in South Carolina). The analysis found that while the overall rate of reported gun thefts remained steady between 2018 and 2022, gun thefts from motor vehicles rose sharply. |
OK: Are guns the leading cause of death for children in the U.S.?
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Using 2023 CDC data, several reports concluded that guns were the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 17 for the fourth year in a row.
Most gun deaths have continued to be gun suicides since 1995, accounting for 6 out of every 10 gun deaths. Since 2014, the gun suicide rates among Black and Hispanic children ages 10 to 19 have increased by 245% and 98%, respectively. |
Multi-Caliber Taurus Raging Judge Returns in 45 Colt, 410 Bore, 454 Casull
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Taurus this week announced that the beefy six-shot Raging Judge multi-caliber revolver is coming back into limited production.
Taurus originally introduced the Raging Judge in 2010 as a beefed-up follow-on to the .410 Bore/.45 Colt Judge series but discontinued production in 2019 in favor of the Raging Bull line, which debuted the same year.
The chief difference in the larger Raging Judge over the standard Judge is its ability to support the stout .454 Casull cartridge, which allowed bullets of up to 400 grains and could deliver as much as 1,900 ft./lbs. on target, which is almost twice as much energy as even the spiciest .45 Colt +P factory loads. |
NC: NC Gov. Josh Stein vetoes a bill allowing guns in private schools. Here’s why.
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Gov. Josh Stein vetoed a bill on Wednesday that would have allowed firearms and stun guns in private schools.
House Bill 193, or the Firearm Law Revisions, would allow for an employee or volunteer of a non-public school to carry a firearm or stun gun if they meet certain criteria. This includes written authorization from the school board of trustees or school administrative director, possession of a concealed handgun permit and completion of a minimum of eight hours of courses on gun safety and appropriate firearm use. |
2A Action Alliance Panel to Highlight Grassroots Advocacy at 2025 GOALS Summit
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Gun Owners of America (GOA) is proud to announce the 2A Action Alliance Panel at the 2025 Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (GOALS), featuring some of the most influential voices in the firearms community. This engaging session will spotlight how content creators and activists are shaping the national conversation on the Second Amendment through grassroots mobilization and digital engagement.
Panelists include Liberty Doll, Shawn Herrin (We Like Shooting), Last American Outlaw, Print Shoot Repeat, and Johnny B. These creators have not only built platforms dedicated to defending the right to keep and bear arms—they’ve also taken direct political action by signing GOA-backed 2A Action Alliance letters delivered to Congress. |
CA: 9th Circuit Upholds Injunction In First Amendment Case Over Gun Advertising
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California’s arguably unconstitutional state law, which has been used to stifle advertising in youth magazines, has been dealt another blow in the courtroom.
California Business and Professions Code § 22949.80 prohibits advertising of any “firearm-related product in a manner that is designed, intended, or reasonably appears to be attractive to minors.” Junior Sports Magazines considered the law an infringement on their First Amendment right to free speech and joined with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) to challenge the law. |
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Summer in the Midwest is a study in contradiction — a time to simultaneously relax and get busy. Among other things, the nice weather certainly beckons one to the firing range and we often answer the siren call of ballistics.
Unfortunately, by mid-afternoon, the heat generally means a time to siesta or you find some other way to squander away the sweltering hours. One great daytime hobby for frittering away your life — and one I heartily endorse — is fishing. |
5 Reasons the Second Amendment Should Not Be Political
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The right to keep and bear arms is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. It is not a tool of one political party but rather is a right for all Americans, regardless of their background, income or voting history.
Here are five reasons why the Second Amendment shouldn’t be a political battleground—and instead, a shared principle rooted in equality, protection and empowerment. |
Trump’s Justice Department repeals one Biden-era gun policy and reviews others
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The ATF repealed its Enhanced Regulatory Enforcement Policy that called for ATF to enforce stricter guidelines on gun dealers and manufacturers and revoke their licenses if they committed certain violations, such as selling a gun without performing a buyer background check.
The ATF reported that fewer than 1% of sellers qualified to lose their licenses since the policy's enactment in 2021.
The Justice Department also announced in April that it would review ATF's policies on the minimum requirements for firearms dealers and scrutinize its regulations around the sale of "stabilizer braces" or "pistol braces," pistol accessories that can make them deadlier short-barreled assault rifles. |
IL: First-degree murder charges dropped after April shooting in Springfield. Here's why
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First-degree murder charges will not be filed against a Rochester man who was initially arrested for the crime after an April 1 shooting.
Sangamon County State's Attorney John Milhiser said no criminal charges will be filed for the shooting death of Jerald P. Fahey, 51, of Springfield, because Nicholas J. Kammueller, 46, of Rochester, was defending himself.
The shooting happened after Fahey entered Kammueller's vehicle, started beating him and threatened to kill him, Milhiser said, which took place near the drive thru area of the McDonald's at 2100 N. Dirksen Parkway. |
Special Deals on Self-Defense Loads in July
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Federal Ammunition has launched a rebate program for customers who purchase select Federal Premium Personal Defense handgun ammunition this month. The company’s Personal Defense Deals rebate runs July 1 through July 31 and gives customers the chance to earn up to $200 back.
“With this limited-time promotion, concealed-carry holders and home defenders can stock up on some of our most trusted Personal Defense loads while also saving money,” said Federal’s director of trade marketing Jill Karolewski. “This rebate is a great opportunity for anyone serious about protecting what matters most.” |
Concealed Carry Corner: Perfect Accessories For Carry Guns
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Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at some of the best drills to practice at the range when it comes to training for carrying concealed. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to look at the world of accessories and what some of the most useful accessories are when looking at handgun upgrades. While there are plenty of options out there for new lights, lasers and slide cuts, there are a number of upgrades that may be overlooked but certainly can be practical. Let's take a closer look at some perfect accessories for carry guns. |
CA: Fresno County’s Resolution on Second Amendment Importance
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The Fresno County Board of Supervisors has adopted a resolution supporting the Second Amendment, underscoring its significance to the community’s identity in the Central Valley. Supervisor Nathan Magsig, who champions the region’s heritage of self-reliance, argues that the right to bear arms is a central principle for local families, farmers, and business owners alike.
This resolution sends a clear message to state lawmakers in Sacramento about the community’s commitment to upholding constitutional rights. Magsig believes it serves not only as a statement of local values but also as a reassurance to law-abiding citizens that their rights will be defended. |
TX: Dallas County declares June 6 2025 National Gun Violence Awareness Day
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In a recent meeting of the Dallas County Commissioners Court, officials unanimously declared June 6, 2025, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day. This resolution highlights the alarming statistics surrounding gun violence in the United States, where an average of 125 people are killed daily, and over 26,000 are injured each year. In Texas alone, approximately 4,422 individuals die from gun-related incidents annually, with the societal cost of gun violence reaching an estimated $51.3 billion. |
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