Author: Gunner Quinn
The Harrisburg Gun Show, held on October 10-11, showcased an extensive array of firearms and outdoor gear, highlighting both licensed sellers and the much-debated gun show loophole. Over 149 vendors offered rifles, shotguns, and an assortment of survival gear, with many attendees treating the event as a must-visit for enthusiasts across the United States. Amidst the vibrant display of merchandise—from vintage military rifles to quirky items like “Kalashnikitty” T-shirts—questions of legality arise as unlicensed sellers capitalize on state laws that allow them to sell long guns without conducting background checks. Notably, Pennsylvania’s regulations permit such transactions without verifying the seller…
The Original Fort Worth Gun Show opens this weekend at the Will Rogers Memorial Center, making its much-anticipated return after a rich history spanning over 50 years. With more than 1,000 tables available for buying, selling, and trading guns, knives, ammunition, and shooting supplies, the event is set to attract a diverse crowd, with around 1,000 attendees expected over the two days. This year’s show runs Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering not just a platform for transactions but also free parking at a nearby garage. Ticket prices are reasonable,…
An Apache Junction police officer, Gabriel Facio, is in critical condition following a shooting incident involving a “ghost gun,” a type of untraceable firearm assembled from kits and parts. The assailant, identified as 37-year-old Roger Nunez, used this weapon in the attack, highlighting the troubling rise in ghost gun-related violence, which has surged by nearly 1,600% from 2017 to 2023 according to federal agencies. Ghost guns, lacking serial numbers and subject to minimal regulations, have become increasingly common in criminal activities, with thousands linked to homicide and violent crimes. The ease of access to these firearms, compounded by the absence…
The National Rifle Association (NRA) steps into the debate surrounding gun shows at Nashville’s city-owned fairgrounds, urging local officials not to cancel events that have occurred for over 30 years. NRA lobbyist Erin Luper argues that a proposed community discussion on the future of these shows, which often draw large crowds, is unnecessary and politically motivated. She emphasizes that less than 1% of guns used in crimes originate from gun shows, challenging claims made by gun control advocates. Concerns have been raised about the sale of controversial merchandise at these events, including items featuring inflammatory imagery, prompting calls for tighter…
The U.S. Supreme Court delivers unanimous rulings on significant issues, including employment discrimination, gun manufacturers, and religious tax exemptions. Among the decisions, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s opinion establishes protections for straight employees facing workplace discrimination, rejecting the higher legal bar previously imposed on majority-group plaintiffs. In a notable ruling, the Court dismisses Mexico’s lawsuit against U.S. gun manufacturers, citing insufficient evidence of their liability in illegal gun trafficking. Furthermore, the Court rules in favor of Catholic Charities, emphasizing the constitutional principle of religious neutrality, which could result in a broader range of religious organizations qualifying for tax exemptions. These decisions…
A 16-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the stomach late Saturday night in Northwest Peoria. Police responded to the incident around 10:35 p.m. in the vicinity of Charter Oak Primary School, where the victim was initially taken to the hospital in a private vehicle. Authorities were able to intercept the car and facilitate his transfer to an ambulance, which then transported him for further medical attention. While the teen is currently in stable condition and expected to recover, details concerning potential suspects remain unclear. Investigators have indicated that more information may be released on Monday…
A Houston man experiences a harrowing kidnapping during an armed robbery when a suspect climbs into his truck unnoticed while he uses an ATM. After demanding keys, money, and a cell phone at gunpoint, the robber forces the victim into the vehicle and flees on the streets of Houston. As police pursue the suspect driving the stolen truck, he recklessly enters oncoming traffic and collides with another vehicle. Fortunately, all occupants of the crashed vehicle sustain stable injuries, while the suspect ends up hospitalized, and the victim returns home unharmed after the frightening ordeal. Read full story at www.click2houston.com Read…
A 57-year-old man from Beausejour, Robert Ripcik, is sentenced to five years in prison for multiple firearms-related offences, including the unauthorized possession of ghost guns, which are untraceable weapons made from kits or 3D-printed components. Following a lengthy investigation prompted by border agents intercepting a suspicious shipment in April 2023, authorities found a range of weapons, including a fully automatic AR-15-style rifle, during searches of Ripcik’s rural property in March 2024. In addition to his prison term, Ripcik faces a 10-year firearm ban and is required to submit a DNA sample. Janalee Bell-Boychuk, regional director general for the prairie region…
Rick Smith, CEO of stun gun manufacturer Axon, makes headlines as the highest-paid CEO in the U.S. for 2024, boasting a staggering $165 million income—up 999% from the previous year. His compensation package not only surpasses those of tech giants like Apple’s Tim Cook but also reflects Axon’s impressive performance, which saw a 30% annual revenue increase and a market cap boost to $50 billion. However, Smith’s rise to billionaire status carries a controversial backstory, as he cites the tragic deaths of two friends as his motivation for founding Axon, despite investigations questioning the accuracy of his claims. With his…
Three men, including a backyard gun-maker, are sentenced for their roles in an extensive operation that produced and distributed firearms known as “assassination kits” across the UK. Ronald Knowles, 64, along with Gary Hardy, 62, and Steven Houston, 65, face hefty prison sentences ranging from 13.5 to 25 years for their involvement in the creation and sale of these deadly weapons, which were packaged with silencers and ammunition. The police investigation revealed that Knowles operated a makeshift factory in his garden, converting replica guns into lethal firearms. During a raid, authorities seized multiple kits that were hidden and even discovered…