Author: Gunner Quinn

Defense attorneys for Blendon Township police officer Connor Grubb, charged with the murder of 21-year-old Ta’Kiya Young, are requesting to move the trial out of Franklin County. They argue that extensive pre-trial media coverage and lingering public sentiment around other high-profile police shootings could compromise the fairness of the jury pool. Young, who was six months pregnant at the time of her death, was shot after allegedly driving her vehicle towards Grubb in a Kroger parking lot where officers were trying to question her about theft allegations. The victim’s grandmother opposes the proposed venue change, citing her own medical issues…

Gun deaths in the United States have been on the rise since 2009, surpassing car accident fatalities for the first time in 2017, with 39,773 lives lost that year alone. Of these, 14,542 were classified as homicides, and a staggering 58 percent were committed by white men, pointing to significant societal issues that demand attention. With gun-related deaths now recognized as the second leading cause of death among children, advocates argue for immediate, substantive gun control measures, including comprehensive background checks. Montana, noted for its high per capita rates of suicide by gun, exemplifies the urgent need for targeted interventions…

The global Anti-UAV Weapon Market is projected to expand significantly, soaring from USD 2.2 billion in 2024 to USD 4.6 billion by 2032, as the threat posed by drones escalates across military, critical infrastructure, and high-security settings. A notable shift in the industry is the integration of advanced technologies like RF-directed energy weapons and AI-enhanced detection systems, which aim to improve targeting precision and enhance real-time response capabilities against drone incursions. Key regions driving this market growth are North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with substantial investments from governments to bolster counter-drone defenses. However, the industry faces challenges, including high development…

With a record-breaking 3 million whitetail bucks harvested in the 2023-2024 hunting season, the National Deer Association highlights the growing interest in deer hunting among novices. The article provides essential tips that cover everything from understanding local hunting regulations to choosing the right equipment, emphasizing that preparation can significantly impact a hunter’s success. Key insights include optimal hunting times—early morning and late afternoon when deer are most active—as well as the importance of mastering deer behavior and scent control. By adopting strategies such as studying deer signs and being patient, beginners can greatly enhance their hunting experience. These tips not…

In the wake of a deadly shooting in Midtown Manhattan that killed multiple individuals, including a police officer, Governor Kathy Hochul is urging immediate federal action for a nationwide ban on assault weapons. Speaking during a CNN interview just blocks from where the attack occurred, Hochul condemned the use of an M4 rifle by the shooter, who obtained the weapon legally in Nevada before traveling to New York, where such firearms are banned under state law. Hochul emphasized that New York’s stringent gun laws contribute to its status as having the lowest homicide rate by guns among large states, yet…

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This week, Tony explains not only how important bird exposure is to hunting dogs, but how to find more opportunities close to home no matter where you live. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Merch Read the full article here

Recently, Smith & Wesson has been introducing a number of novel platforms, from the M&P12 shotgun to the M&P FPC folding carbine. But one of the most fun and interesting recent launch is the M&P 22 Magnum, which provides plenty of capacity in a fun-shooting platform for plinking or varmint control. Watch our “American Rifleman Television” Rifleman Review segment above to see the details of this unique .22 WMR semi-automatic.  ”For many years, Smith & Wesson’s line of double-stack Military & Police pistols has covered the bases of all the major self-defense cartridges. Your 9 mm [Lugers], your .40 Smith…

Do great hunters really shoot a buck every year, or have we just convinced ourselves that’s the standard? In this episode, Jake Hofer sits down with whitetail heavyweights Don Higgins, Bill Winke, Steve Hanson, Thomas Mlsna, Mark Kenyon, Skip Sligh, Bobby Kendall, and Jeff Sturgis to tackle a question that every serious deer hunter has wondered at some point, but rarely hears answered honestly. They dive into what it really takes to find consistent success: the habits, the land, the hours, and the mindset behind year-after-year results. But they also explore the flip side, why even the best hunters eat…

In this episode of the Bear Grease podcast, Clay Newcomb interviews California native, Ed Vance. Ed shares his incredible story of determination and perseverance from growing up as a suburban kid just dreaming of hunting to moving to the Sierra Nevada’s in rural California, finding and training dogs, building relationships with hunting mentors, and developing a guide service as a successful dry ground mountain lion and bear hunting guide.A version of this interview played on Bear Hunting Magazine Podcast in 2019. Read the full article here