On October 20, 2025, the Modesto Narcotics Enforcement Team executed a search warrant on Floyd Avenue, resulting in the seizure of multiple loaded firearms and two explosive devices situated across from Somerset Middle School. Among the confiscated weapons was a fully automatic Uzi-style machine gun with a silencer, raising significant concerns given the location of the operation. Joshua Reyes, 49, was arrested on several felony charges related to possession of illegal firearms and explosives, with bail set at $1,000,000. This coordinated effort involved the Modesto Police, Stanislaus County Probation Department, and other local agencies, emphasizing their commitment to enhancing community…

U.S. Senator John Cornyn’s involvement in major gun safety legislation following the Uvalde tragedy has become a significant liability as he navigates a challenging reelection campaign. Critics, including his primary opponents, accuse him of betraying Second Amendment supporters despite the bill’s lack of restrictions on gun ownership and its bipartisan backing from law enforcement groups. Despite strong support for mental health initiatives and enhanced background checks embedded in the legislation, prominent Texas Republicans label Cornyn a “RINO” (Republican In Name Only) and argue that he has compromised on core principles. As he prepares for what could be a pivotal primary,…

Armed Citizen® Today An armed Arizona man was forced to defend himself and his dog from an animal attack while walking in his neighborhood, according to local reports. According to information provided to The Sacramento Bee by the Arizona Game and Fish Dept., the man was walking his dog at about 10 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, when a mountain lion attacked the dog. The man was able to fend off the mountain lion’s attack by fighting and kicking it. But the animal wasn’t done. After the first attack, the man and his dog began making their way back home.…

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A paradox that faces the American shooting public is that some of the most popular chamberings are typically not built to match standards. By far, the lion’s share of .223 Rem., 5.56 NATO and 9 mm Luger is created for casual plinking or training on larger, short-range targets. Those looking to apply such cartridges to precision applications typically need to make a significant investment in ultra-premium specialty ammunition, which, for reasons of cost, limits the amount of training that can be conducted. For those reasons and more, father and son Jeffrey and Jordan Low, with backgrounds in business and military…

00:00:10 Speaker 1: From Meat Eaters World News headquarters in Bozeman, Montana. This is Cow’s Week in Review with Ryan cow Calah Here’s cal a Vermont man nearly became the new smallmouth bass record holder last month after landing a seven pounds six ounce lunker, which would have been a full ten ounces heavier than the previous state record. The problem was Andrew Ostringer ate the fish before he had a chance to have it officially weighed. He told Meat Eaters Kooby Brown that he tried to release the fish back into the pond, but it was clearly about to…

00:00:01 Speaker 1: Welcome to Backwoods University, a place where we focus on wildlife, wild places and the people who dedicate their lives to conserving both. Big shout out to ONEX Hunt for their support of this podcast. 00:00:14 Speaker 2: I’m your host, Lake Pickle. 00:00:16 Speaker 1: On this episode, we’re headed back down to the brackish waters of America’s Amazon. That’s the Gulf for any of you who may have missed that episode. Only this time we’re setting sail from the Louisiana coast to take a good look into the minhaden fishing industry, or pogy boats as…

California Governor Gavin Newsom announces he will consider a presidential run after the 2026 midterm elections, during an interview with CBS Sunday Morning. His comments highlight an evolving political strategy as he positions himself as a prominent figure within the Democratic Party, especially in the context of ongoing tensions with President Donald Trump. As a vocal critic of Trump, Newsom’s provocative approach has included engaging with political figures across the spectrum and adopting a social media style reminiscent of the former president. He emphasizes the need for strong leadership in 2028, stating, “I’m looking forward to who presents themselves in…

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