Learn how to spot trouble long before it happens. If you walk into any defensive-oriented training class, there will be a good chance you will hear the “Cooper Color Code” being mentioned. Created in the 1970’s by legendary firearms trainer Col. Jeff Cooper, it’s a way of describing your ability to react to what’s going on at any given moment. ...
A Garland father fatally shot an unarmed but violent carjacker on Sunday afternoon, May 3, 2026, after the suspect attempted to steal his vehicle with a family of eight still inside. Garland Police Department officials state that no charges are expected to be filed against the father, as surveillance video confirms he acted in self-defense to protect his five children ...
There were several significant battles of the Pacific War, beginning with the Attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, the Battle of the Coral Sea in May 1942, the Battle of Midway in June, and then the Guadalcanal Campaign from August 1942 to February 1943. The latter was the first major Allied offensive against Japan, and it effectively ended the ...
New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing to dismiss a lawsuit that challenges the state’s ban on civilian body armor purchases. This legal fight pits the state against the Firearms Policy Coalition, raising critical questions about the scope of Second Amendment rights and modern self-defense. BUFFALO, NY — A legal battle is brewing in New York over whether law-abiding ...
A person of interest is in custody following the fatal shooting of two US Bank employees during a brazen robbery in Berea, Kentucky, on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Kentucky State Police confirmed the capture on Friday morning, marking the end of a high-intensity manhunt that utilized helicopters, drones, and canine units across Madison County. BEREA, KY — A community remains ...
It’s rare that guns based upon classic military firearms don’t trigger (pun intended) some sort of reaction among gun enthusiasts. One of these is the U.S. Military’s M14, brought to the eager hands of civilian shooters by Springfield Armory 50 years ago as the legendary M1A, with many variants offered since. In my opinion, the most striking is the M1A ...
Benicia police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Thursday night, May 7, 2026, which initial reports suggest was an act of self-defense during a domestic violence attack. While one man died at the scene from a single gunshot wound, authorities have not announced any arrests as the incident reportedly involved multiple family members, including a juvenile. BENICIA, CA ...
A planned meeting between two social media content creators in northwest Harris County turned into a violent shootout late Tuesday morning, April 28, 2026. Harris County Sheriff’s Office investigators report that a driver in a Tesla shot his passenger in the chest after the passenger allegedly pulled a firearm and attempted to rob him during their discussion about filming content. ...
Versatility, dependable function, and high hit potential are among the reasons why so many of us cling to a 110-year-old pistol design. However, we have a couple of generations of gun owners who didn’t grow up with that particular pistol — the 1911 — and can benefit from the experiences with it of those who have gone before. Let’s look ...
In 1960, the U.S. Army published a proposal for a new light observation helicopter to replace its Bell H-13 helicopter fleet, which was the Army’s primary helicopter during the Korean War. The Hughes helicopter company responded with its Model 369 to compete against entries from Bell and Fairchild-Hiller. The Hughes entry made its first flight in 1963. The design featured ...