Author: Gunner Quinn
A 2-year-old boy is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the face on Monday afternoon in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. in the 300 block of East 87th Street, leading to an urgent response from authorities who transported him to Comer Children’s Hospital for treatment. Authorities are now investigating the situation and have taken a person of interest into custody. This alarming incident has raised questions about firearm safety and accessibility in homes, particularly concerning young children. As the police continue their investigation, details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting are still emerging. Read…
Author’s Introductory Note: I am not a carpenter or engineer. I am simply sharing concepts that have worked well for me and can be applied by anyone. Beans, bullets, and band aids. Their volume grows over time, and we all need somewhere to put them. Mr. Rawles calls his storage space Jim’s Amazing Secret Bunker of Redundant Redundancy (JASBORR). I call mine The Temple of Doom. Managing the storage of these items is a challenge faced by all preparedness-minded individuals. Most of us have limited resources, and few would say they have enough storage space. The concepts in this article…
San Mateo police have arrested 39-year-old Jose Alvaradovasquez after a verbal argument escalated into an assault, during which the victim was struck in the mouth with a firearm. Following the incident on Roberta Drive, officers discovered a ghost gun—an untraceable firearm—along with two rounds of 9mm ammunition hidden in nearby brush during their search for evidence. Alvaradovasquez was apprehended after officers spotted him leaving the scene in a vehicle and later charged with multiple offenses, including assault with a firearm and possession of a controlled substance while armed. The presence of a ghost gun in this violent encounter highlights ongoing…
On September 9, 1543, Mary Stuart, then just nine months old, was crowned Queen of Scots in the central Scottish town of Stirling. — September 9, 1830: Charles Durant, the first US aeronaut, flew a balloon from Castle Garden, New York City to Perth Amboy, New Jersey. This was a distance of about 25 miles, covered in three hours. — And on September 9, 1908, Orville Wright made the first hour-long airplane flight at Fort Myer, Virginia. His flight lasted 62 minutes and 15 seconds. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 120 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing…
As the 2026 legislative session approaches, Georgia lawmakers are gearing up to propose new gun safety bills aimed at addressing growing concerns about firearm thefts and accidental shootings. With gun thefts from vehicles surging, a firearm is stolen from a car every nine minutes in the U.S., and Atlanta ranks second nationwide for these incidents, lawmakers feel the urgency to act. Advocates, like Everytown for Gun Safety, are stressing the need for stricter laws to combat this alarming trend, while some politicians support reforms that include efforts to curb loopholes in firearm sales. Lawmakers are expected to reintroduce measures such…
A conference for gun safety trainers from various counties in Colorado is held to discuss the implications of a new gun safety training law. Gabrielle Franklin, a key speaker at the event, highlights the law’s requirements and the increased need for effective training programs across the state. With the attendance of trainers from multiple jurisdictions, the conference underscores a collaborative effort to enhance community safety through comprehensive training. This initiative aims to equip instructors with the latest guidelines and resources necessary to foster responsible gun ownership and handling practices in Colorado. Read full story at www.yahoo.com Read the full article…
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson firmly rejects the idea of military intervention to combat gun violence in the city, advocating instead for community-focused crime reduction strategies. In a recent essay for The New York Times, Johnson highlights that the city achieved its safest summer in decades through progressive methods that steer clear of forceful tactics, underlining his administration’s commitment to repairing the root causes of crime. Drawing from personal experiences with violence in his own neighborhood, Johnson stresses the importance of effective and law-abiding policing complemented by violence prevention initiatives. His administration aims to make Chicago the safest large city in…
A federal appeals court has upheld Illinois’ prohibition on concealed carry weapons in public transit systems, prompting plaintiffs in a related lawsuit to reconsider their next steps. The ruling reinforces state regulations that aim to enhance safety on public transportation, where advocates argue that allowing concealed carry could lead to increased dangers for commuters. As plaintiffs analyze their legal alternatives, the case highlights ongoing tensions between Second Amendment rights and state-level public safety initiatives. The outcome could influence similar regulations across the nation, making it a critical moment for advocates on both sides of the debate. Read full story at…
Governor Tim Walz and Minnesota lawmakers are set to meet to discuss a special session aimed at enhancing gun safety measures, following a tragic shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis. In response to this incident and mounting pressure from advocacy groups like Moms Demand Action, which recently gained 5,000 new members, Walz is proposing significant reforms including a ban on assault weapons and improved storage laws. The urgency of these discussions highlights increased calls for action, as the state grapples with balancing various proposals, including those from Republican leaders that focus on mental health support and school security. With the…
In a troubling incident, a 9-year-old boy has been arrested for allegedly bringing a loaded revolver onto a school bus in Ocala, Florida, as he headed to College Park Elementary School. Authorities report that the child took the firearm from his uncle’s bedroom the day before, and it was discovered when fellow students alerted the bus driver after the boy showed them the gun. The police noted that while the weapon was stored lawfully and no one was harmed, the child, who reportedly has behavioral issues, expressed he intended to show the gun only if bullied. The arrest raises important…