Milwaukee police officer Kendall Corder, 32, dies from critical injuries he sustained during an ambush shooting while responding to a shots-fired call. Officer Corder was shot multiple times, leading to severe internal injuries that left him on life support before his passing on Sunday. Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffery Norman expressed deep sorrow over the loss, highlighting Corder’s dedication to public safety. Alongside Corder, 29-year-old officer Christopher McCrary was also shot but sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has since been released from the hospital. The incident occurred on the city’s north side, where the two officers were targeted, and police report that…

The U.S. Army has awarded Raytheon a significant contract valued at $279.2 million for functional management support of the Land-based Phalanx Weapon System, reinforcing the company’s vital role in defense. This five-year contract entails extensive logistics support, systems engineering, and training, with work locations and funding determined upon each order. The Phalanx system, crucial for countering threats such as incoming projectiles, utilizes advanced infrared sensors and computer-controlled detection tools. Raytheon has a proven track record of supporting this system, having previously secured multi-million dollar contracts to enhance its capabilities across various military branches, underscoring the system’s importance in national defense…

Three individuals have been arrested by the Greece Police Department after being found inside a vehicle stolen during an armed robbery in Rochester. The arrest occurred on Sunday when officers received an alert about the vehicle, which had been taken the day prior at gunpoint. Suspects Justin Diaz, Brant Matthews, and Carrie Husureau, aged 33, 30, and 32 respectively, now face charges including third-degree criminal possession of stolen property. In a notable development, Diaz also faces an additional charge for unlawful vehicle use, highlighting the serious nature of this crime. Authorities plan to arraign all three suspects soon. Read full…

Two former police officers present at the January 6 insurrection have filed a lawsuit against House Speaker Mike Johnson and other congressional Republicans for failing to install a memorial plaque that recognizes the valor of law enforcement during the Capitol attack. The plaque, which has been relegated to a basement, is intended to honor the officers who defended democracy on that day, where over 140 officers were injured amid the riots. The lawsuit highlights a push for accountability and acknowledgment from lawmakers who have not followed through on legislation mandating the installation of the plaque, designed to be a permanent…

Raymond Ivan Munoz, a 22-year-old resident of Lawton, is sentenced to seven years in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms following a prior misdemeanor conviction for domestic violence. U.S. District Judge David L. Russell handed down the 84-month sentence, which also includes three years of supervised release after his prison term. This case underscores the legal repercussions faced by individuals with a history of violent offenses who illegally obtain firearms. Munoz’s plea agreement reveals the serious implications of his actions, highlighting national conversations surrounding gun control and domestic violence laws. Read full story at www.swoknews.com Read the full article here

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Armed Citizen® Today A Good Samaritan in Shreveport, La., who alerted police to a car burglary in progress was forced to defend himself when one of the burglary suspects approached him aggressively while he was on the phone with police. The incident began when the armed citizen went outside his home to smoke at about 3:30 a.m. While outdoors, the man noticed two masked individuals breaking into the vehicles parked along the street. The man called police, but during the call, one of the masked suspects began approaching him. He told the suspect to stop, but the man allegedly continued…

The partnership between Springfield Armory and Croatian manufacturer HS Produkt has brought many successful firearms to the U.S. market, from the original XD handguns and their successors, the Hellcat and Echelon, to the bullpup Hellion rifle. The latest result of this collaboration is the Kuna, a large-format, semi-automatic pistol, or as Springfield calls it, a “PDW” (personal defense weapon) “designed to deliver exceptional shooting stability in a portable package.” Isn’t every firearm a potential personal defense weapon for the armed citizen? Of course it is, but the Kuna has several features that are tailor-made for the role at a retail…

This week, Cal talks about a disappointing cousin, everything you need to know about Sen. Mike Lee’s effort to sell public land, and a new bill in New York legalizing crossbows during archery season.To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Read the full article here

We are back for Season 3 of MeatEater Kids!In this episode, Clay teaches us all about his favorite animal, the black bear, Maggie brings some clues and “coos” for us to crack in Guess That Critter, and Spencer leads another round of MeatEater Kids Trivia! Read the full article here