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Gun Test: Walther Big-Bore PPQ .45 ACP Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A current meme in the world of the handgun is anything 9mm through .45 is the same for stopping power. Some buy it, some dont. For those in the latter group, the Walther PPQ, which arrived in late 2015, offers a 12+1-round .45 ACP capacity.

MI: Accused Dearborn Heights ISIS Supporter Due in Court
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A 21-year-old Dearborn Heights man accused by the FBI of being an ISIS supporter and planning an attack on an area church is due in federal court on Monday for a detention hearing.

The criminal complaint doesnt identify which church Abu-Rayyan was allegedly planning on targeting.

"It's easy, and a lot of people go there. Plus, people are not allowed to carry guns in church. Plus, it would make the news. Everybody would've heard. Honestly, I regret not doing it. If I can't do jihad in the Middle East, I would do my jihad over here."

Anti-Violence Group: Assault Weapons Ban Won't Be Overturned Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Maryland lawmakers passed the sweeping Firearms Safety Act after the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre in Newtown, Conn.

Mantis MT-8 Siko Badass Knife of the Week Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Some people complain about how all knives are the same or how theres never any thoughtfulness or innovation in the knife world. Those people have clearly never seen our latest Badass Knife of the Week from Mantis.

GA: Groups Speak Out Against Guns on College Campuses Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Several groups joined together Monday to speak out against proposed legislation that would allow guns onto Georgia college campuses.

Gun-Rights Quotes are Bad, but Bills are Worse Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
I cannot tell a lie, Pa, said young George Washington or so many Americans have been led to believe. The author of this quote was actually Mason Locke Weems, the Washington biographer who was seeking to create a noble mythology about the nations first president.

PA: The Great American Outdoor Show is Here With Big Names and Big Guns Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Hunters, fishermen, birders, and other all-around outdoor enthusiasts are gathering at the Great American Outdoor Show (GAOS) in Pennsylvania this week. The event kicked off on Saturday while a good portion of America was prepping for the Big Game.

VT: Gun Shop Project Addresses Firearm-Related Suicides Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Gun-owner groups in partnership with the Center for Health and Learning are mobilizing to launch the Vermont Gun Shop Project in an effort to reduce firearm-related suicides in the state.

WA: Gunman in Fatal Mt. Vernon Shooting has Credible Self-Defense Argument
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A 22-year-old man was shot to death in Mount Vernon Sunday night, and police say the shooter has a credible self-defense argument.

Just before 11 p.m., officers were called to 300 E. Section St. after a report of shots fired, according to Lt. Chris Cammock with Mount Vernon police. A homeowner in the area was outside testing a wireless connection when he saw a car slowly drive by with 3 people inside.

SC: Fatal shooting in North Charleston Ruled Self-Defense Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A fatal shooting Saturday night in North Charleston has been ruled self-defense and no charges will be filed, according to police.

PA: Delco D.A. Investigating Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Chester Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
The Delaware County District Attorney's Office is investigating a police-involved shooting in Chester that left one man dead and another wounded. There is no official word as to what happened and why, but sources tell Action News that the officers claimed to have acted in self-defense.

Study Finds Stun Guns Used By Police Affect Brain Function Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Thousands of police departments use stun guns as a nonlethal alternative during altercations with suspects, but the shock could affect a suspect's ability to understand or waive their Miranda rights or participate in an interrogation.

Mandatory Depression Screening a Depressing Thought Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
The United States Preventive Services Task Force recently recommended mandatory depression screening for all Americans. The task force wants to force health insurance companies to pay for the screening. Basic economics, as well as the Obamacare disaster, should have shown this task force that government health insurance mandates harm Americans.

Obama's Executive Action on Guns Targets the Disabled Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
As President Barack Obama's executive orders addressing gun violence take effect, disability rights activists are concerned that some aspects unfairly label people with psychiatric disabilities as perpetrators of violence.

NM: Guns in Otero County Building? Commissioner Thinks Its a Good Idea Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A lawmaker in Otero County thinks its a good idea to allow employees to bring guns to work.

OH: Ohio Bill Would Allow Guns to be Removed by Protective Order Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
An Ohio lawmaker plans to reintroduce legislation aimed at keeping firearms out of the hands of alleged domestic abusers once a protective order has been issued.

The Latest: Trump Urges Fans to 'Vote No Matter What' Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
The Latest on the race for the White House with one day to go until the New Hampshire primary (all times local)...

GA: Gun Rights Group Takes on Atlanta Botanical Garden Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Georgians licensed to carry firearms should be able to bring their weapons into the Atlanta Botanical Garden, a lawyer for a gun-rights advocacy group told the state Supreme Court Monday. Phillip Evans, a member of GeorgiaCarry.org, was escorted off the grounds of the property in October 2014 for openly carrying a firearm in a holster on his waistband.

SD: Bill to Allow Guns in Capitol, Courthouses Moves Forward: Enhanced Permits on the Rise in The State Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A state House committee has approved a bill that would allow people to carry concealed weapons in the South Dakota Capitol or county courthouses if they have an enhanced permit.

The Deerslayer, the Suburban Cowboy, and the Militia Submitted by: Liston Matthews Website: http://www.knoxgunguy.com/	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A look at the potential size of the militia, based on the annual deer harvest and other factors such as purchase of modern sporting rifles, and carry permit numbers.

KS: Bill Allows Air Gun on School Property Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A House committee has approved a bill that would allow possession of air guns on school property. However, not everyone is happy. Some lawmakers believe the bill gives the state too much control of school activitiescontrol they say belongs in the hands of the school boards.

MI: No Permit Needed? Lawmakers Propose Concealed Carry Changes Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Gun owners might soon be able to carry a concealed pistol without having to get a government-issued permit to do so under new legislation proposed this month. The 'Constitutional carry' legislation introduced by Michigan House Republicans would allow "law-abiding" citizens 21 years or older to carry a concealed firearm without a permit.

KS: Legislatures Consider Special Protections for Gun Industry Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A terse letter from Andrew Clyde's credit card-processing company explained it was discontinuing his corporate account because his Georgia firearms business "no longer met our underwriting guidelines." In a panic, Clyde called three other companies, which denied him, too.

WV: House Passes Permitless Conceal Carry Bill
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The House of Delegates passed a bill Monday that largely does away with the requirements of the states conceal carry gun law despite Gov. Earl Ray Tomblins promised veto.

The bill (HB 4145), approved 68-31, eliminates the permitting process currently operated through county sheriffs departments. The permit process, which includes training and a background check, will still be a requirement for those 18-21, according to the bill.

KS: Protesters Rally At KU Against Guns On Campus Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Dozens of people gathered at the University of Kansas on Monday to rally against a state law that will allow concealed weapons to be carried on college campuses next year.

TX: Tyler County to Increase Security in Response to 'Open Carry' Law Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Commissioners in Tyler County plan to beef up security at the courthouse there in response to Texas' Open-Carry law. Commissioners feel it's highly unlikely a would-be criminal will be deterred just by a sign banning the practice. So in place of a ban they're enhancing security.

Thief Who Stole More Than 85 Guns Receives Probation In Plea Deal Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Dont talk to me about passing a single new gun law if you arent fighting to make sure criminals are being prosecuted to the fullest extent of our existing laws. Criminals who commit crimes involving firearms are routinely allowed to cut plea deals on every level, even after people are killed with stolen or straw-purchased weapons.

FL: Open Carry Bill Triggers Debate
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On Wednesday, the Florida House of Representatives approved legislation that will allow Floridians with a concealed weapons license to carry their guns out in the open and in public places.

"We have no constitutional basis to infringe upon the rights of a Floridian to openly carry," said Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Fort Walton Beach Republican who sponsored the open carry measure, which was approved 80-38. "We are for more rights for everyone. We are for more freedom for everyone. We are for more liberty for everyone."

WI: New Law Permits Switchblades Submitted by: David Williamson Website: http://keepandbeararms.com	There is 1 comment on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
For over 50 years, Wisconsin law has prohibited the possession and sale of switchblade knives, but a new law signed by Gov. Scott Walker this weekend now makes them legal. Supporters like Walker said it's a tool to help first responders and other law enforcement personnel at scenes of accidents, but for police, the law means another factor they must be aware of when out in the field.