Author: Gunner Quinn
On July 29, 1279, five emissaries dispatched by Kublai Khan from the Mongol Yuan dynasty were beheaded in Hakata, Japan. Their gravestones can still be seen in Kamakura at Tatsunokuchi. — July 29, 1805 was the birthday of Alexis-Charles-Henri Clérel de Tocqueville. He died April 16, 1859. He is best known for his lengthy treatise: Democracy In America. — On July 29, 1930, a record high of 115°F (46°C) was recorded in Holly Springs, Mississippi — a state record. — Reader C.B. passed along some sad news: Tom Lehrer, Song Satirist and Mathematician, Dies at 97. One of my favorites…
Milwaukee police have taken two teenagers into custody related to the fatal shooting of another teen over the recent weekend. This incident is part of a troubling trend, as law enforcement is currently investigating multiple shootings that occurred during the same period. As the city grapples with increased gun violence, community members are left searching for answers and solutions. The rising number of shootings highlights ongoing safety concerns and the urgent need for dialogue about violence prevention methods. Read full story at www.yahoo.com Read the full article here
The Greenport Board of Trustees announces a lottery for up to 15 deer hunting permits, beginning August 1, following their July 24 meeting approval. The permits, allowing bow hunting in designated zones of Moore’s Woods, will be available for community applications until September 30, aiming to balance the white-tailed deer population in the area. Village clerk Candace Hall notes that this year’s approach maintains the past limit of one permit per zone while allowing more applicants the opportunity to hunt. Increased deer populations can lead to landscaping damage, crop losses, and heightened risks of Lyme disease, as well as contributing…
Hampton is currently grappling with a troubling increase in gun violence, having recorded six individuals shot in various incidents over the past week. The latest shooting occurred early Sunday morning outside an Amazon warehouse, resulting in one man suffering serious injuries and requiring hospitalization. Despite ongoing police investigations, no arrests have yet been made, raising concerns among community members and local gun safety advocates who are calling for immediate action against this surge in violence. Assistant Chief Brian Coleman of the Hampton Police Department notes that shootings, both fatal and non-fatal, are up 32% compared to last year. He emphasizes…
Governor JB Pritzker has enacted two significant gun safety measures in Illinois, one of which mandates that firearms owners report lost or stolen guns within 48 hours. This initiative aims to enhance accountability and reduce the potential misuse of lost firearms, reflecting state efforts to address gun violence issues more effectively. The new regulations come amidst ongoing conversations about gun control and public safety in Illinois. As lawmakers prioritize measures that can lead to safer communities, the requirement to report lost firearms promptly stands out as a proactive approach to prevent firearms from being used in crimes. This law is…
Attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels announce a press conference to present “new evidence” regarding the controversial arrest of 22-year-old William McNeil Jr. They claim this evidence will demonstrate that a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer pointed a firearm at McNeil during a now-viral traffic stop, intensifying scrutiny of the police’s actions. The incident, which initially stemmed from a minor traffic violation, escalated to the point where cellphone footage shows an officer breaking McNeil’s window and physically assaulting him. While Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters maintains that the officers have been cleared of criminal wrongdoing, an internal review is underway to assess…
The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) has suspended the use of the Sig Sauer P320 handgun among its officers, both on and off duty, following a recent incident that resulted in the tragic death of a 21-year-old airman in Wyoming. This suspension comes in light of safety concerns regarding the firearm, which has been linked to multiple lawsuits alleging that it can discharge without the trigger being pulled. In a statement, SAPD emphasized its commitment to officer and community safety as the department takes precautions amid this growing scrutiny. On July 20, Air Force officials had already paused use of…
A 30-year-old man identified as Jesse Tello is dead following a shooting incident that occurred early Monday morning in north Lubbock. According to police, Tello was shot while unlawfully inside a residence in the 2500 block of Baylor Street. He sustained serious injuries and was transported to University Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. The Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit is currently investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. Preliminary information suggests that an individual inside the home encountered Tello before discharging a firearm. However, details regarding the shooter and the exact events leading up to…
A shooting outside an Amazon facility in Hampton has intensified the focus on escalating gun violence in the city, marking the latest incident in a troubling trend. Since July 20, Hampton police have responded to five shooting incidents, indicating a significant increase in violent crime, with 10 more shootings reported in 2025 compared to the same time last year. According to Hampton Police Assistant Chief Brian Coleman, the crime wave is not random but involves specific individuals engaged in targeted activities. As the department works to apprehend suspects in these recent incidents, which include a total of eight shootings this…
Canada initiates a ban on the importation of handguns, a measure aimed at curbing gun violence while a total ban on handgun sales and purchases awaits parliamentary approval. This decision, effective August 19, follows a 71% increase in registered handguns from 2010 to 2020, raising concerns about public safety amid ongoing debates over gun laws in the country. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino states that handguns serve primarily to kill, emphasizing the necessity of the import ban to enhance community safety. Critics, including Manitoba Conservative MP Raquel Dancho, argue that the ban fails to address the root of gun crime…