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Open carry is now legal in Florida. But there are 15 places where guns still aren't allowed

As of Thursday, you can openly carry firearms in Florida, but gun owners should be aware that the new law comes with some stipulations. A state appeals court struck down the state's open carry ban on Sept. 10, saying it violated the Second Amendment. According to the court's ruling, the law...

Dept. of Natural Resources: Get ready for hunting and trapping seasons opening in October

MADISON, Wis. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting and trapping seasons in October. With various species and zones available, its essential for hunters to stay informed about the specific dates and regulations to have a...

Parent-Owned Guns Most Often Used in Youth Suicide

When 16-year-old children take their own lives with firearms, theyre most likely reaching for a gun that belongs to their parents. And in most cases, that weapon was stored loaded and unlocked, making it devastatingly accessible in a moment of crisis. New research presented at the American Academy...

Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions to Feature Rare Collectibles & Historic Memorabilia in Upcoming Auction

From Hollywood Western legends to WWII paratrooper knives and Pearl Harbor propaganda, this sale offers once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for collectors and history enthusiasts. Cody, Wyo . Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions (LSB), the largest firearms and firearms paraphernalia auction house of its kind,...

Indiana’s AG Makes It Clear He’s Going To Target Anyone Who Isn’t Reverential Enough Of Charlie Kirk’s Corpse

In the aftermath of a controversial high-profile death, Indiana's Attorney General Todd Rokita is stirring up a contentious debate over free speech and the implications of his role in enforcing it. The late Charlie Kirk, who was a polarizing figure in American discourse, has become the subject of a...

Handgun Seized at Pittsburgh International; Traveler Lacked Valid Permit

Transportation Security Administration officers at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) stopped a firearm from reaching the concourse after spotting a handgun in a travelers carry-on bag just after 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24. According to local reports, Allegheny County police identified the...

Most child firearm suicides in US are done with parents’ guns, research finds

Suicide is a leading cause of death among adolescents in the United States, ranking second for children ages 10 to 14 and third among those ages 15 to 19. According to recent research presented by Dr. Sofia Chaudhary at the American Academy of Pediatrics 2025 National Conference in Denver, the use...

Ohio Bill Would Let Elected Officials Carry in Government Buildings

Ohio lawmakers are weighing a narrowly tailored exception to long-standing firearm restrictions in official spaces. House Bill 460, introduced on Sept. 17 by Reps. Thaddeus Claggett (RLicking County) and Bernard Willis (RSpringfield), would permit certain credentialed officeholdersstate and local...

Vortex’s Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot: Tiny Footprint, Big Durability

Vortex has pushed its Venom line into the enclosed-emitter class with a micro red dot that targets carry pistols and PCCs without the bulk tax. Offered in 3-MOA and 6-MOA variants, the Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot pairs a sealed 6061-aluminum housing with motion activation and a 10-minute...

Veteran Spotlight —Judy Nickerson/US Air Force Nurse Corps

Judy Nickerson served her country as a captain in the US Air Force Nurse Corps from 1951 to 1956, including the Korean War. Born in the small town of Kenton, Oklahoma, she was the oldest of seven siblings born to Myron and Emelia Nickerson. Momma created such a wonderful home for all of usDaddy was...