A 28-year-old Pawtucket man, Jovon Depina, has been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of Jovani Velez during a drug transaction. Convicted after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including conspiracy and possession of a ghost gun, Depina faces additional consecutive years for the firearm offense. The incident occurred on January 30, 2022, when Depina and his co-defendant met Velez in a parking lot to sell him cocaine. Following an argument, Depina left but later returned armed, ultimately shooting Velez in the stomach, which led to his death. This case highlights the dangers surrounding drug deals and gun…

When it comes to engineering modern handguns, few companies have the resume of Walther Arms. The German brand has been a steadfast designer since the late 19th century and it continues to turn out successful new blueprints by the decade. And as time seems to advance with Walther, so have its practices, and it has become a known source for performance-driven guns with focus on function and ergonomics. Its latest accomplishment, the Performance Duty Pistol series, came as a groundbreaking new product for Walther beginning in about 2020 and has gone on to see several line extensions since. One example…

Today, in place of our usual Economics & Investing news column, we offer some brief commentary from Senior Editor JWR: — I’m often irritated to hear the mainstream financial media report on the gold, silver, and platinum markets.  In reporting the ups and downs of the spot and futures metals markets, they seem oblivious to the bigger picture.  The metals are all now in primary bull markets. They blithely report: “The price of gold rose today…” But the rise (in Dollar terms) of gold, silver, and platinum are actually symptoms of the U.S. Dollar’s demise. In fact, all of the…

00:00:04 Speaker 1: Smell us now, lady, Welcome to Meet Eater Trivia podcast. 00:00:26 Speaker 2: Welcome to Meet Eater Radio Live. It’s eleven am Mountain Time. That’s seven am for our new friends in Tahiti on Thursday, October thirtieth, and we are live from Meet Eater HQ in Bozeman, Montana. I’m your host, Randa Williams, joined today by my very close friends and colleagues, Seth Morris and Corey Calkins. 00:00:48 Speaker 3: Happy to be here. 00:00:49 Speaker 4: Great to see you again, Randall. 00:00:51 Speaker 5: On today’s show, we’ll interview Jordan Sillers, host of the Blood…

A 54-year-old man in Crawford County, Ohio, is arrested after deputies uncover a stolen John Deere tractor and multiple illegal firearms during a search of his home. Lonny Lee Carroll faces charges including possession of weapons under disability and receiving stolen property after authorities find a small assault rifle, a hunting rifle, and two vehicles reportedly stolen from Indiana. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun ownership laws and property theft in the region. The Crawford County Prosecutor’s Office is set to review the case, which could lead to additional charges against Carroll. For more details about the circumstances of…

(Continued from Part 2.) 5. TOILET Now that we have a warm house, food, water, and a way to defend it all, we need a workable sanitation system. Many preppers won’t have enough water to waste it flushing toilets so an outhouse or composting toilet will be necessary. Regardless of whether you have a flush toilet or something else, find a way to save the urine. Not only is it the best garden fertilizer, it will also speed up the composting process as well. Best of all, fertilizing the pile with urine allows us to add things which we can’t…

A Calhoun County judge imposes life sentences without parole on Johnny King and Otis Jackson, two men with extensive criminal backgrounds, under the Habitual Felony Offender Act. King, convicted of meth trafficking, has six prior offenses, while Jackson faces a history of 20 felonies, including an armed robbery that escalated from previous burglaries. During sentencing, Circuit Judge Jennifer Weems highlights the need to protect the community from habitual offenders, stating that such measures are necessary for public safety. This decision marks a significant shift towards a tougher stance on crime in Alabama, garnering support from law enforcement officials like Oxford…

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The U.S. Concealed Carry Association and Center Mass Training are set to host a vital seminar titled “Protecting Your House of Worship” from 6 to 8 p.m. on October 30 at East Fairview Church in Manheim. Open to the public and free of charge, this event aims to educate attendees on identifying potential mass shooter threats, devising emergency operations plans, and addressing traumatic injuries that may arise in critical situations. Participants are encouraged to register in advance due to limited seating and should bring water, note-taking materials, and any questions they may have. This initiative not only addresses the increasing…

Across the U.S., gun shows are experiencing record attendance as enthusiasts rush to purchase assault weapons amid fears of impending legislation that may restrict firearm ownership. Reports from events in Pennsylvania and Missouri indicate long lines and high demand, with dealers citing increased sales of AR-15 style rifles, some fetching prices over $1,500—up from about $400 just a year ago. In the wake of the tragic school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, which reignited the national debate on gun control, buyers express a sense of urgency to acquire firearms they believe may soon be banned. Many attendees, predominantly white males, emphasize…