We’re at it again. There have been multiple attempts to instill some variation of concealed carry reciprocity — where all states would be obligated to respect other states’ concealed carry permits — over the years. Now, Rep. Richard Hudson is doing it again. Hudson, a North Carolina representative, introduced the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of […]
Is Pepper Spray Effective Against An Attacking Dog?
As many a postal and utility worker knows, it’s far more than just people that can be a real threat to a person’s safety. Animals, both domestic and wild, are perfectly capable of doing real (and potentially irreparable) harm to the average person. In this case, we’re going to look at the efficacy of using […]
Man Allegedly Breaks Into Home Only To Be Countered
LYNN HAVEN, FLORIDA — A household in Florida was forced to defend themselves against an intruder on Jan. 10, resulting in a physical altercation and a fatal shooting of the intruder, according to reports. The incident occurred at around 6 a.m. in a neighborhood near Lynn Haven in the Florida Panhandle, according to The Sacramento […]
Suspected Burglar Shot and Killed By Armed Resident
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — A suspected burglar was shot and killed after he allegedly kicked down the door of a resident’s apartment one morning last month, according to KSAT. KSAT shared this report: According to an SAPD spokesperson, an apartment resident said a man kicked down the door in an attempt to burglarize it. Since […]
Concealed Carrier Shoots Alleged Ax-Wielding Attacker
MERCED COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — A California concealed carry permit holder used their weapon to defend themselves against an attacker wielding an ax, according to Fox News. The incident occurred on the property of the permit holder and involved a man who was stuck in the property while brandishing the ax. The permit holder, who has […]
PSA: Don’t Shoot At The Spy Balloon
The Chinese spy balloon is making its way across the United States, and some folks are annoyed with the decision not to take it out of the sky. Twitter user @txiokatu posted a photo, as a joke, of a handgun pointed at the sun, with the sun representing the spy balloon. Me trying to bring […]
Mother Shoots Alleged Intruder Armed With Shovel And Tire Iron
HAMMOND, LOUISIANA — A mother in Hammond, Louisiana, shot and killed an intruder armed with a shovel and a tire iron who forced his way into her home on Monday, according to reports. The intruder, whose identity has not been released, was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman and her children, who were in […]
Introducing the RIA 5.0 From Rock Island Armory: “I Have Never Been This Impressed…”
Rock Island Armory is known for a wide variety of firearms products — most of my friends know them for quality, entry-level 1911s. They’ve now added a new, more premium option for their firearm lineup — the RIA 5.0. And people are losing their ever-loving minds. What is it? The RIA 5.0, which the Armscor […]
Active Shooter Reported In Hood River, Oregon; Police Tell Residents To Stay Inside
An update from police revealed that the situation is limited to one active shooter at one residence. Original article: An active shooter situation was reported in Hood River, Oregon. Details are scarce but police have confirmed that a shooter is in the area and have advised residents to stay inside and lock their doors. The […]