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Trump Announces New Class of Battleships Despite Century of Evidence Proving the Large Warships Are Obsolete

On December 24, 2025, President Donald Trump revealed the Navy's plans to construct a new class of battleships named the Trump class, starting with the USS Defiant (BBG-1). This new vessel is set to displace over 35,000 tons and reach speeds above 30 knots, featuring advanced weaponry including...

Maryland DNR Opens Late Deer Firearm Season Jan. 9

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is set to kick off the winter portion of the firearm deer hunting season on January 9, 2026. This late season offers licensed hunters an opportunity to pursue both white-tailed and sika deer, following the earlier segments and...

AP sources: In 'Nassar 2.0,' Olympics watchdog failed to close abuse case against gymnastics coach

DENVER (AP) — In an alarming development echoing the infamous Larry Nassar scandal, internal investigations within the U.S. Center for SafeSport reveal serious failures in handling allegations against gymnastics coach Sean Gardner. Gymnasts and their families began raising concerns about Gardner...

The Trump administration is suing the District of Columbia over its gun laws

The landscape of firearm legislation in the United States takes another significant turn as the Trump administration relocates its legal battle to the heart of the nation's government, Washington, D.C. Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the local government of...

MN: Walz Signs 2 Executive Orders On Guns

On December 16, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders aimed at addressing gun violence, a response to the lack of legislative support to initiate broader gun control measures. These actions have stirred significant debate within the firearms community, particularly concerning their...

Top Michigan Advance stories of 2025

At a Lansing news conference aimed at pushing a resolution urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn marriage equality, a Michigan Republican unexpectedly found himself overshadowed. Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford), in his bid to ban same-sex marriage, was confronted by Sen. Jeremy Moss...

Video of fatal shooting at St. Louis Lambert Airport released

ST. LOUIS — A fatal shooting occurred on November 21 inside Terminal 1 at St. Louis Lambert International Airport, where airport police shot and killed a man armed with a knife. The St. Louis County Police today released graphic video footage of the incident and more details regarding the event....

Rost Martin

Rost Martin was established in 2020 by firearms industry veterans Chris and Stefany Toomer. Chris served as an officer in the Marine Corps and has experience with Springfield Armory, while Stefany is the granddaughter of Bob Reese, known for revitalizing the Springfield brand in the 1970s. With...

Southwest Gun Club putting on promotional membership drive

The Southwest Gun Club is currently hosting a unique membership drive to encourage firearms enthusiasts to join and participate in the joy of shooting sports. Beginning on Christmas Day and lasting through January 31, the club is waiving the normal $75 joining fee for new members. This promotion...

Bexar County woman flees domestic threat, ex-partner fatally shot by deputies in self-defense

In a troubling incident that underscores the challenges surrounding domestic violence and firearm access, a north Bexar County woman recently fled from her ex-partner, prompting law enforcement involvement that ended in a tragic shooting. The woman, who has chosen to stay unnamed for her safety,...