Clanton Police K-9 officers receive body armor from non-profit organization
Goose, Kaine, and Trotter received bullet and stab protective vests, thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit ...
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Stow businessman admits to selling fake body armor, agrees to pay $32.4 million in restitution
CLEVELAND, Ohio— A Stow businessman who admitted to selling fake body armor to police has agreed to pay back $32.4 million in restitution. Vall Iliev, the owner of Shotstop Ballistics, faces a ...
Body Armor and the Law: What Legal Professionals Need to Know in 2025
From federal statutes to evolving state regulations, body armor law is increasingly relevant to criminal defense attorneys, security law practitioners, and their clients. This guide breaks down the key legal considerations.
Russia’s New Body Armor Could Protect Its Soldiers—if They Had It
The new "Obereg 2.0" is the latest iteration in a series of advanced Russian body armor concepts—most of which have never been distributed to the country's frontline infantry.
Insecurity: IEDs most potent threat to counter-terrorism in North-East — NCTC boss
Amid growing insecurity in the country, the Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, Maj. Gen. Adamu Laka, on Wednesday, raised the alarm ...
Excuse Texan Voters If They Mistake James Talarico’s Record On Guns For A Blue-State Liberal
Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico is seeking to represent the Lone Star State in the Senate, but his views on Second Amendment rights seem more suited for New York or California.
Virginia's Impending 'Assault Firearm' Ban Is Logically and Constitutionally Dubious
Virginia is poised to become the 11th state with a ban on "assault weapons," an arbitrarily defined category of politically disfavored firearms. Senate Bill 749 makes it illegal t ...
NY lawmakers want gun shops to post ‘graphic’ visual warnings about risks of firearms
Two Democratic state lawmakers from Manhattan want to force gun shop owners to display “graphic” posters about the risks associated with firearms — but Second Amendment proponents quickly fought back ...
Gordon vetoes Second Amendment Protection Act changes amid concerns from officers
For the second year in a row, Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed amendments to Wyoming’s Second Amendment Protection Act.
National reciprocity vs national constitutional carry, the Second Amendment debate dividing gun owners
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2nd Cavalry Regiment Advances Army Transformation Through Innovation and Experimentation
WASHINGTON — Leaders from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CR) presented the story of America’s only permanently stationed Stryker brigade in Europe during an event at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., on March 6, 2026. This event was part of the Army Current Operations Engagement Tour (ACOET), where 2CR leaders emphasized how the brigade is evolving to […]
4 Anti-Gun Measures Headed To Virginia’s Democrat Governor For Her Consideration
<p>Four controversial gun control bills in Virginia now await Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s decision.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/virginia-gun-control-bills-spanberger/">4 Anti-Gun Measures Headed To Virginia’s Democrat Governor For Her Consideration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Hidden Wounds Receives $50,000 Donation from Philip Morris International U.S. to Expand Rapid Mental-Health Stabilization for Veterans
Funding supports lifesaving crisis stabilization, suicide prevention, peer support, and essential services for South Carolina’s at-risk veterans SUMTER, S.C., March 9, 2026 — Hidden Wounds, a South Carolina-based nonprofit providing immediate mental-health stabilization and long-term support for veterans, today announced a $50,000 donation from Philip Morris International’s U.S. businesses (PMI U.S.). The funding comes at a […]
Virginia Legislature Passes Bill Banning Sale and Purchase of “Assault Firearms” and Magazines Over 15 Rounds
Key TakeawaysVirginia Senate Bill 749 bans the purchase, sale, and transfer of certain firearms defined as ‘assault firearms.’The law imposes penalties including Class 1 misdemeanors for violations involving assault firearms and “large capacity magazines.”It includes exceptions for government agencies, law enforcement, and individuals who owned affected firearms prior to July 1, 2026.SB749 prohibits possession of firearms for three years after a conviction under the new p
Texas Gun Club Files Federal Lawsuit Challenging 1986 Machine Gun Ban
Texas Gun Club Files Lawsuit Challenging Federal Machine Gun Ban iStock-2249759468In a major legal challenge that might reshape federal firearms policy, the Temple Gun Club and three of its members filed a lawsuit yesterday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. The complaint directly attacks the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 922(o), the federal statute that has prohibited the possession and transfer of machine guns manufactured after May 19, 1986, for more than three
Ruger Security-380 Review: A Reliable .380 Built for Defense
<p>Ruger’s Security-380 is an easy-rack, soft-shooting .380 with serious capacity and reliability—built for defense, training, and everyday carry.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/ruger-security-380-review/">Ruger Security-380 Review: A Reliable .380 Built for Defense</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
ZeroTech Introduces the Thrive HD Micro Prism 1x in FDE
Nashville, TN — ZeroTech Optics proudly announces the launch of the Thrive HD Micro Prism 1x in FDE, a compact prism optic engineered for rapid target acquisition, rugged durability, and refined aiming precision. Designed to combine the speed of a red dot with the precision advantages of a prism optic, the new Micro Prism delivers […]
Alabama Left-Wing Journalist Seeks To Incite Over Proposed Firearms Tax Holiday
<p>Alabama’s proposed ammo tax holiday has reignited debate over taxes, gun rights, and the Second Amendment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/alabama-ammo-tax-holiday-media-criticism/">Alabama Left-Wing Journalist Seeks To Incite Over Proposed Firearms Tax Holiday</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
The Effectiveness of Scaled Dry Fire Targets
Key TakeawaysMany beginner shooters struggle to translate dry fire practice to live fire results due to various issues.Using a shot timer helps record performance speed and improves skill assessment during training.Scaled targets simulate real distances in small training spaces, enhancing depth perception and accuracy.Shooters have several options for scaled targets, including printable DIY targets, cardboard scaled targets, modular target systems, and virtual reality training.Introducing proper
NFA Checks Explode 167% as $0 Tax Stamps Reshape the Market
The $0 NFA tax stamp is doing exactly what you'd expect it to do.February's NSSF-adjusted NICS data is out, and the headline number is fine: 1,265,320 background checks, up 3.5 percent year-over-year. Steady market, no drama. But the number buried further in the release is the one worth paying attention to. NFA checks (Form 1 and Form 4) hit 209,023 in February 2026, a 167 percent increase over February 2025's 78,295.That's not a typo. 167 percent.The $0 Stamp EffectWhen the One Big Beautif