Recent insights from psychological research uncover the complex factors driving gun violence in the U.S., emphasizing fear, identity, and social norms as key influences. Over 45,000 Americans die from firearm-related incidents annually, with a significant proportion attributed to suicides. This alarming statistic underscores the need to understand how mental health, particularly fear-driven gun ownership, interacts with cultural perceptions of masculinity to shape behaviors surrounding firearms. Moreover, as only about 30% of Americans own guns, the prevailing narrative suggesting widespread ownership can misinform public perception and policy. Transforming attitudes through carefully crafted social messaging—such as emphasizing that 86% of Americans support…

A 21-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Motel 6 in Newark, Delaware, that occurred on October 15. Police report that the incident unfolded when a woman met a man she connected with online; shortly after his arrival, a second suspect, armed with a handgun, demanded her money and belongings. Fortunately, the victim was unharmed during the robbery. Wah’kee Tabron, the older suspect, was already in custody at the Sussex Correctional Institution when he was charged with first-degree robbery and second-degree conspiracy. He remains detained on a $32,000 secured bond.…

A 20-year-old man, Landen Strong, leads to multiple school lockdowns in Northern Kentucky after he brings firearms onto the grounds of Walton-Verona Independent School District. Strong faces serious charges, including unlawful possession of a weapon on school property, following an alarming incident that triggered intense public concern and numerous 911 calls from anxious parents worried about their children’s safety. Police apprehend Strong near the school after he panicked upon spotting a cruiser and attempted to conceal two handguns, an AR-15, and a considerable amount of ammunition, along with illicit drugs, by hiding them in nearby woods. His intention to buy…

Cincinnati police shot an 89-year-old man during a welfare check on October 28 after he pulled out a revolver in response to their requests for him to open his front door. The man sustained non-life-threatening injuries and remains stable at a local hospital, while police consider his mental well-being before deciding on any potential charges. The incident escalated after an unsuccessful attempt by emergency responders to contact the man prior to the police arrival, with officers ultimately deciding to force entry when concerns for his safety arose. Body camera footage reveals that as officers attempted to engage with him, the…

This week, Mark Kenyon and Jake Hofer discuss one of the most impactful strategies for developing a successful whitetail season. Mark explains how he builds his whitetail hunting calendar to strategize for success throughout the entire fall. As deer behavior changes, your strategy needs to as well. Presented by Can-Am and RAM Read the full article here

The Pine Bluff Police Department is actively investigating a series of linked armed robberies that unfolded in the early morning hours of October 30. Detectives suspect that the two incidents, which occurred less than an hour apart and involved multiple armed suspects, are related, with the first robbery taking place at a Kwik Mart where three masked men brandished firearms and stole the victim’s car and belongings. Following the initial robbery, officers responded to a second call regarding another vehicle theft at gunpoint, where surveillance footage captured the same group targeting a red Dodge Durango. The investigation quickly escalated, revealing…

Flagship Folder When Jonathan launched his factory knives in 2019, the PM (Performance Machined) Mac 2 instantly became his flagship seller. The PM Mac 2, now in its second generation, is a frame-lock folder built for hard, rugged use and is just as comfortable doing so in both urban and field environments. The PM Mac 2’s overall length is 7.6″ opened up and McNees has built his factory versions with the same quality materials found on his custom models. The PM Mac 2’s 4.0″ open frame is built from Titanium and the knife’s 3.5″ deeply ground MagnaCut Drop Point blade…

It’s a mystery that’s haunted Wisconsin’s hunting community for nearly 50 years. On September 16, 1977, 18-year-old Bob Christian left home to spend the night at a friend’s house before the opening day of bow season. That night, his future looked bright. He’d just been accepted to the University of Wisconsin as a computer science major, and his friendly, easygoing personality endeared him to family and friends alike. But something happened on that drive, and to this day, no one knows what. His car was later found stripped on a remote dirt road near his childhood hunting grounds, and nearly…

In a message to PenFed Credit Union members, PenFed CEO James Schenck highlighted the company’s three successful quarters in 2025, noting that the company had maintained strong financial performance while also meeting increased demand. “PenFed’s third quarter results demonstrate the strength of our diversified balance sheet, disciplined lending strategy, and unwavering focus on our members,” Schenck noted in the message. “We continue to grow capital, generate increased earnings, and deliver great rates. Since the beginning of the year, PenFed has paid savers over $470 million in dividends while also meeting your increased demand for auto loans up 28 percent, year…

Shotgun recoil is much like the game “two for flinching” many of us played as kids. The game’s premise was to fake like you were going to punch your buddy, they flinch, and receive two punches on the shoulder as a penalty. It may not initially hurt, but your shoulder would become sore if you played long enough.Shotgun recoil has a similar effect. Every time you pull the trigger, the firing pin strikes the primer of the shotgun shell and ignites the powder inside the hull, resulting in a mini explosion. That causes the shotgun to recoil, sending the buttstock…