The state of Michigan has released a report detailing new strategies aimed at combating gun violence and self-harm, emphasizing mental health and community safety. With nearly 1,400 gun-related deaths in 2023, over half from suicide, public health experts argue that legislative changes and increased awareness can significantly lower these statistics. Among the report’s key recommendations is the standardization of extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs), which allow for temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others. Additionally, the report advocates for raising the gun purchase age to 21 and enhancing funding for school safety measures, reflecting…

Garrett Whittenburg, a 42-year-old man from Chicago, is currently on trial for his alleged role in a November 2021 home invasion in Hammond, Indiana, where horrifying crimes were reported. Charged with four counts of rape, as well as armed robbery and unlawful possession of a firearm, Whittenburg has pleaded not guilty and opted for a bench trial, which will be overseen by a judge rather than a jury. Key to the prosecution’s case is testimony from Whittenburg’s co-defendant, who initially portrayed himself as a victim but later faced charges linked to his role in the incident. Prosecutors allege that both…

Ruger’s announcement that it was reintroducing the Glenfield brand—which, for roughly two decades, was manufactured by Marlin and sold by JC Penny and Montgomery Ward—actually signals the revival of a storied practice within the firearm industry. Our history indicates the approach is a sound one, although Ruger is wisely modifying the route to a more modern one. Here’s a look at the strategy’s early success and disappearance nearly 50 years ago. The HistoryWhen mall-anchoring goliaths dominated retail by offering furniture, clothing, kitchen appliances and more under one roof, their sporting goods departments routinely sold firearms from the 1960s to 1980s.…

Armed Citizen® Today The intended victim of an armed carjacking attempt in Seattle, Wash., fought back, shooting two of the would-be carjackers in an early-morning incident. An investigation by Seattle police revealed that the vehicle owner had parked his sports car at about 3:30 a.m., when a white sedan with four suspects inside pulled up near the car. After an exchange between the driver of the sports car and the occupants of the sedan, two of the suspects, both of whom were armed, attempted to steal the car. The driver, fearing for his life, drew and fired. One wounded suspect…

From a deer stand on his farm in Ellendale, North Dakota, 81-year-old Gary Krapu told a story.In 1978, the now-retired waterfowl biologist took the witness stand as the lone expert for the Department of the Interior in a series of lawsuits opposing a critical habitat designation on the Platte River in central Nebraska. The species in question? Whooping cranes. The last wild migratory flock of them in the world, in fact — and a recipient of federal protection in 1967 under the Endangered Species Preservation Act.For eight months, the lawsuits raged on. A lineup of plaintiffs — irrigation districts, hydropower…

Beretta recently introduced the 92SB Reproduction 50th Anniversary Edition to commemorate 50 years of its legendary 90 Series pistol family. The 92SB Reproduction is a faithful, limited-edition recreation of the third production model in the iconic lineup that celebrates the company’s heritage, craftsmanship and innovation in handgun design. The iconic Beretta 90 Series was born 50 years ago, launching a legacy that helped shape military, law enforcement and civilian sidearms around the world. The 92SB Reproduction pays homage to that milestone with period-correct styling and modern performance enhancements. It is designed for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate the intersection of…

00:00:01 Speaker 1: Welcome to Backwoods University, a place where we focus on wildlife, wild places and the people who dedicate their lives to conserving both. Big shout out to aex hunt for their support of this podcast. I’m your host, Lake Pickle. On this episode, we’re gonna learn all about what I refer to as the most beloved non native wildlife that we have in the entire country, so beloved and accepted in fact, that many folks don’t even realize that they’re not native. It’s time that we learn about the crazy history and widespread ecological impacts of the…

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A Cautionary Tale “If something seems too good to be true, then it probably is.” (Modern Proverbial Warning, circa late 20th century). “For fools rush in where angels fear to tread.” (Alexander Pope, circa 1711). One day, when the battery was running low in my scam detector and my gullibility meter was running high, I ordered a new “Benchmade Knives Barrage 583SBK limited edition white” on eBay. The knife eventually proved itself to be a counterfeit. In fact, after examining the postings for other “Benchmade” knives offered for sale on eBay, I have come to the conclusion that most of…

November 24, 1434: The River Thames in London froze over. Later, “Frosts” were celebrated with drunken faires. — November 24th marks the day that John Knox died, in 1572. (He was born in 1514.) AtheistAgendaPedia says: “Born near Haddington Scotland. He was influenced by George Wishart, who was burned for heresy in 1546, and the following year Knox became the spokesman for the Reformation in Scotland. After imprisonment and exile in England and the European continent, in 1559 he returned to Scotland, where he supervised the preparation of the constitution and liturgy of the Reformed Church.” — Today’s feature piece…