Author: Gunner Quinn

A Beverly Hills family seeks accountability after Police Chief Kory Martin shot their dog, Rebel, a boxer-pitbull mix, during an alleged confrontation on Thursday night. The family claims the dog was not acting aggressively before being shot, leading to its euthanasia the following day due to suffering. Mark Gearhart, the dog’s owner, expressed devastation over the incident, stating, “We had to put him down because he was suffering too much.” In contrast, the police department claims prior reports indicated Rebel had exhibited hostile behavior, prompting Chief Martin’s intervention. Assistant Police Chief Stephen Steiner states the chief discharged his firearm after…

A 22-year-old man, Francisco Torres, is now in jail after being hospitalized for injuries sustained during a shootout with Phoenix police last month. Torres faces one count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following an incident on September 2, where he opened fire on officers serving a search warrant, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire that injured two officers, one of whom was struck by gunfire. Following his recovery from life-threatening injuries, Torres has been booked into jail, although details regarding his bond remain unclear. This case highlights the ongoing challenges police face during high-risk operations and raises…

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with a coalition of 17 attorneys general, advocates for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to restore critical gun control provisions in Hawaii. This appeal comes after a lower court decision deemed provisions for a 30-day permit requirement and regulations on unlicensed firearm imports as unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. Raoul emphasizes the importance of state regulations in promoting public safety, stating that such measures do not infringe upon Second Amendment rights. His coalition includes attorneys general from states such as California, New York, and Massachusetts, highlighting a collective commitment to commonsense gun safety.…

(Continued from Part 5.) 3.4 – Seeds From Stores Stores have seeds in the dry goods aisle, produce section, and on garden seed displays. If it is safe to do so, honestly acquire additional seeds and/or encourage local leaders to protect them for the community’s future use early in a T2E. I don’t believe that evil means can ever produce good ends. The teachings of Jesus Christ clearly don’t give me that option if I honestly want to be His disciple. A crisis is not a time to find exceptions but to find courage, creativity and faith to see who…

A chaotic crime spree in Charlotte has resulted in one death, another person in critical condition, and a kidnapping, all involving innocent victims caught in the crossfire. The series of violent events unfolded on Thursday afternoon when 28-year-old Joseph Andrade shot Justin Carlton while the latter was simply returning home from work, leading to a dramatic police pursuit after Andrade crashed a stolen vehicle and kidnapped a woman in front of her child. Witnesses recount the harrowing scenes as Andrade fired at police during the chase, which ended in a confrontation that left him dead. Authorities are still piecing together…

60 years ago today, on October 25, 1965: Bobby Hatfield’s solo performance of “Unchained Melody” on The Andy Williams Show went down in music history as perhaps the greatest live television love song performance by a male vocalist ever recorded. The then-25-year-old Hatfield still sounds amazing today, even though the recording was made with a low-quality microphone. — This is the birthday of explorer and pilot Admiral Richard Byrd (1888–1957). His autobiography titled Alone is a must-read. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 121 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round…

Yuma Police Department has arrested a suspect for an armed robbery that occurred at the Wells Fargo on Avenue B on October 24. The incident unfolded around 12:26 p.m., when a man entered the bank, brandished a firearm without showing it, and fled with stolen cash. Authorities acted promptly and apprehended the suspect, ensuring that no injuries were reported during the robbery. This incident raises concerns about public safety in the area, prompting local residents to engage in discussions about crime prevention. The quick response by law enforcement underscores their commitment to addressing such incidents effectively. As the investigation continues,…

The Promise Center, a nonprofit in Homewood, claims it was unfairly excluded from this year’s Pittsburgh Stop The Violence grants due to political affiliations. Executive Director Nate Goodson believes his support for a rival mayoral candidate influenced the decision, despite having received a grant of $15,000 the previous year to aid local youth services. City officials assert that the selection process was merit-based, yet concerns have been raised about the scoring system used to evaluate applicants. Councilman Bobby Wilson notes that critical tax dollars are being rushed through the system, leaving some high-scoring organizations behind. As Goodson continues to advocate…

With less than two weeks until the election, Democratic mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani’s campaign actively lobbies New York City Council members to support his proposal for a new agency tasked with handling mental health calls and other responsibilities currently managed by the NYPD. During a virtual briefing led by campaign manager Elle Bisgaard-Church, progressive Council members and other stakeholders discussed the creation of the Department of Community Safety, which could feature a $1 billion annual budget to combat gun violence, homelessness, and mental health issues. The campaign’s early engagement with Council allies is significant, as it reflects Mamdani’s strong polling…

Federal data reveals that Wisconsin gun dealers have repeatedly violated regulations, with 93 incidents of lost or stolen firearms reported between 2017 and 2023. This alarming trend highlights a significant public safety risk, as the average incident involved over seven missing guns, culminating in a total of 694 firearms unaccounted for. Notably, the lack of accountability for these violations raises concerns, as only one dealer lost their federal license despite multiple infractions. Opposing this trend, the Milwaukee Common Council recently suspended a store license following an unsecured weapon theft, emphasizing the importance of holding businesses accountable for maintaining public safety.…