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Training School Staff To Be Armed First Responders
While some Colorado school staff members are receiving life-saving training to protect their children, many more are on the waiting list.
First Gear | Ammunition—These Aren’t Your Daddy’s Cartridges
Two slick—even very slick—ammunition technologies get a look this week.
What Does Obama's Plan For Smart Guns Look Like?
Even if “smart gun” technology was a proven, flawless and currently available technology, a mandate would still be a ban on every existing handgun.
From The Editor | President Hillary Clinton’s First Day In Office
We don’t have to guess what Hillary Clinton’s first day in office would be like—she already bragged about it.
Arizona: Legislature Adjourns With Pro-Gun Measures Going To Governor
On Saturday, the Arizona Legislature adjourned sine die with four pro-gun bills, Senate Bill 1266, House Bill 2338, House Bill 2446 and House Bill 2524 headed to Gov. Doug Ducey’s desk for his consideration.
Armed Man Stops Dog Attack
A Fort Wayne, Ind., man used his legally carried firearm to stop a dog that was attacking him Friday afternoon.
The Weird Election World Of Katie Couric
Trust us, Katie, there’s plenty of talk about guns—and most of it is bad.
Minnesota County Opens New Permit Office As Applications Rise
There’s a run on people choosing to carry firearms for self-defense in Minnesota, so much so that many counties can’t keep up with application requests
Chatterday | May 7, 2016
A collection of quotes from this week’s Tower of 2A Babble.
A Week Of Freedom | May 2 - 6, 2016
Check out the top stories from this week on America's 1st Freedom.
Mainstream Media: Background Checks For Thee, But Not For Me
For the first time, those wishing to attend the Democratic or Republican conventions will need to pass a background check.
N.J. Legislature Moves Forward On Anti-Gun Measures
New JerseySenate State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee voted along a 3-2 party line vote to pass Senate Concurrent Resolution 101.
ISIS Sympathizer Paroled Early In South Carolina
A South Carolina teenager who plotted to join the Islamic State terrorist group and kill American soldiers was granted parole Wednesday after serving only one year of his five-year sentence.
Washington Man Uses Gun To Save His Family
A homeowner in Shoreline, Wash., used his 9 mm handgun to protect himself and his family from a home intruder early Thursday morning.
The Vulnerability Index: What’s Your VX With A Smart Gun?
What would happen if the U.S. government sent our troops into battle equipped with smart guns?
Carry Life | Mother’s (And Women’s) Day
Mom, grandmother and NRA instructor Cris Bonser has some Mother’s Day observations.
Talking Out Of Both Sides Of Their Mouths
How true is the claim that doctors really want to talk to parents about gun safety?
Gun Sales Continue To Set Records In April
More firearms background checks were conducted last month than during any April on record, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Michigan Pre-emption Enforcement Bill Moves Forward
A critical piece of pro-gun legislation has been approved by the Michigan House Local Government Committee and now goes to the full House of Representatives for consideration.