The Brief: A 22-year-old man used a secondary firearm to defend himself during an armed robbery near downtown Des Moines. After a group ambushed the man in his vehicle and a 17-year-old suspect stole his primary handgun, the victim drew a backup weapon and critically wounded the teenager in a shootout. Des Moines Police and the Polk County Attorney’s Office ...
The Brief: Selecting a first concealed carry handgun requires balancing concealability with shootability. Beginners should prioritize reliable, 9mm compact or slim-line pistols that allow for a secure grip and manageable recoil. Smaller firearms are often harder to control, while oversized models can be difficult to carry consistently. Success depends on more than the firearm itself. A complete system includes a ...
Aimpoint’s COA, an enclosed-emitter red-dot pistol sight, has been the hottest and most exclusive pistol accessory of the past two years. Springfield Armory is in a great position when it comes to dedicated A-CUT integrations (more on that in a moment), first introducing COA-equipped Echelons and now expanding to 1911 Operators and TRP pistols as well as 1911 DS Prodigy ...
Editor’s Note: Today’s article is about Sgt. Darrell Powers, a World War II hero who served with the 101st Airborne Division. Nicknamed “Shifty”, Powers saw action in the American airborne landings in Normandy, Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge. Powers was more than “just” a soldier — he was also a gun guy. Ayoob shares the full ...
And here we go again… another debate comparing the 9mm and .45 ACP cartridges. In the 9mm vs. .45 ACP debate there are many factors that can be considered including recoil, stopping power and price. You already know that you can’t go wrong with either of these classic calibers. But it’s a debate that continues to create controversy among shooting ...
The Brief: United States Secret Service agents fatally shot Nasire Best after he opened fire at a security checkpoint near the White House on May 23, 2026. Officers neutralized the suspect at a pedestrian plaza while the complex was locked down to ensure the safety of the unharmed president. The FBI is investigating the suspect’s background and motives following the ...
The Brief: The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office captured a suspect following an active shooter incident in New Caney, Texas, on May 23, 2026. The shooting occurred in the Kings Colony neighborhood on Nottingham Road, leaving multiple people wounded. Law enforcement secured the scene after a two-hour standoff and neighborhood lockdown. Detectives from the Homicide and Violent Crimes Unit are investigating ...
