Author: Gunner Quinn
Henry Repeating Arms may have single-handedly resurrected the American-made lever-action market and helped usher in a lever gun revival. Not satisfied to limit themselves to America’s original repeating rifle, the company has branched out into other areas, including semi-auto pistol-caliber carbines and revolvers. This penchant for innovation has manifested itself in its newly announced “Special Products Division” (SPD), a cutting-edge R&D department that is making its debut with the new-for-2025 SPD HUSH series of rifles. The Henry SPD HUSH is designed to be the ultimate lever-action suppressor host. The .45-70 Gov’t-chambered model is shown here. The HUSH series is based…
Federal agents in Atlanta uncover a vast gun trafficking network, seizing over 200 firearms, including military-style rifles and handguns, linked to Mexican drug cartels. This operation, spearheaded by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), reveals efforts aimed at disrupting a significant illegal arms flow intended for cartel violence across the U.S.-Mexico border. The investigation yields not only firearms but also 24 kilograms of methamphetamine, 4 kilograms of fentanyl, and cash, with 14 individuals arrested, many using fake documents to purchase guns. Officials stress the importance of targeting this trafficking, emphasizing that it…
Because I know how easy it is to use a USB SDR Dongle (a poor man’s spectrum analyzer) to find radio transmissions, and how drones might be used to DF signals, I’d rather use hard wire field phones whenever possible, and certainly on those occasions when, or if a drone might be in my remote area. Using low-powered transceivers and directional antennas can be effective in most situations. But in extreme situations, I would use a field phone if at all possible, and to conduct daily communications with LP/OPs, and with neighbors. Field phones are part of my commo plan…
A joint operation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and local law enforcement in Louisville results in the seizure of nearly 60 firearms connected to a drug trafficking scheme associated with Mexican cartels. The operation exposes a network that not only supplied weapons to the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation Cartels but also facilitated the transport of cocaine between Kentucky and Mexico through cleverly disguised vehicles. This investigation, which led to 14 arrests, sheds light on how straw purchases allow non-citizens to obtain firearms in a region known for its more lenient gun laws. The task…
On May 3, 1621, after confessing to corruption, Lord Chancellor of England Francis Bacon was sentenced to imprisonment in the Tower of London, a £40,000 fine, and banishment from court, Parliament, and public office. May 3rd, 1952 was the birthday of Pastor Chuck Baldwin. He has done yeoman service in promoting the American Redoubt movement. — Today’s feature article was too short to be included in the judging for Round 118 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $950,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest. Round 118 ends on May 31st, so get…
In response to tragic incidents involving young children and firearms, Douglas County officials and local organizations are emphasizing the critical need for gun safety education. This urgent message follows two separate cases over the past five months where children lost their lives after accessing unsecured guns in their homes. Experts highlight that initiating safety conversations within families can significantly reduce the risk of accidental shootings. Ashley Farrens, trauma program manager at Nebraska Medicine, points out that children are often more familiar with firearms than many adults realize, making education on proper handling and storage essential. As part of their initiative,…
Richard Shawn Owens, a 39-year-old resident of Lewisburg, West Virginia, is sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after being found in illegal possession of multiple firearms. This conviction comes after a previous domestic violence offense, highlighting serious concerns about gun possession laws surrounding individuals with violent criminal histories. During a search of Owens’ home on August 10, 2023, federal agents discovered six firearms, including handguns and rifles, alongside hundreds of rounds of ammunition and drug paraphernalia. The case, part of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative, aims to reduce violent crime by targeting repeat offenders while promoting community safety and…
Khanna police have arrested 11 individuals, including two women, in a significant crackdown on drug trafficking and illegal arms. The operation resulted in the seizure of 10 grams of heroin, a country-made .32-bore pistol, and two luxury vehicles, including a black Fortuner, along with Rs 2 lakh in suspected drug money. Senior Superintendent of Police Jyoti Yadav revealed that the arrests followed a routine checkpoint operation, during which police discovered drugs hidden in a vehicle’s dashboard. Further investigations uncovered a wider network operating through encrypted messaging platforms and communication with individuals incarcerated in jails, facilitating an organized crime operation that…
Ryan Christopher Williams, 46, made his initial court appearance on felony assault charges after allegedly threatening an East Helena High School student with a gun. According to law enforcement, the incident occurred as the victim was heading to school, where Williams confronted them and pointed a pistol, raising serious concerns about community safety. The court has set a bond of $20,000, and if posted, Williams must surrender his firearms and report to pre-trial services. This encounter adds to a troubling record of violent threats surrounding Williams, including recent incidents prior to this event, highlighting the urgency for public scrutiny and…
Hartford lawmakers express deep concern over President Donald Trump’s order to freeze funding promised in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which U.S. Senator Chris Murphy played a critical role in advancing. The proposed cuts threaten over a billion dollars nationwide for anti-violence and school mental health services, prompting Murphy to declare that stopping funding mid-program is “inhumane” and “illegal.” Senator Richard Blumenthal further condemns the cuts, labeling them as “stupid and cruel,” particularly given their disproportionate impact on communities of color. The upcoming funding cuts could jeopardize vital local interventions aimed at violence prevention, with organizations like Hartford Communities That…