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For new gun owners there is a lot of things that have to be done, from filing the appropriate paperwork to making sure the new gun is going to be functional when it needs to be.

Every day hundreds of thousands of people enjoy recreational and competition shooting, hundreds more take their families hunting while at the other end of the spectrum police and law enforcement personnel are taught how to save lives.

Former Houston Oilers lineback John Grimsley died today, according to an article in the Kansas City Star.

Tactical lights are flashlights that attach to firearms via an accessory rail. But, are they safe for homeowners to use?

The .22 is the most successful round in the history of firearms.

A compact, entry level rifle for any shooter, the NEF handi-rifle appeals to those on a budget. Its simple, easy-to-use single shot design is a good start for those not familiar with more complicated firearms.

I will test and review the Hi-point 9mm carbine. Accuracy, failures and general handling will all be looked at.

I will test to failure the Hi-cap version of the Romainian WASR-10. A modified copy of the AK-47 legal to import to the US, the WASR models are gaining ground against US made semi-suto rifles.

I will test and modify an 870 marine magnum for everyday use. I try different grips, stocks and ammuntion to see what works best. We'll look at hunting, home defense and general shooting.

I will test and compare the product improved Walther P22. We will compare the older and newer generation of P22 and how it has been improved.

Tests and views of the cheap, easy to find yugo 8mm service rifle. how it handles under range and field conditions.

Finland has one of the highest rates in gun possession, but one of the lowest firearm murder rates. As Finland examines gun control, the United States government may want to look more closely at what causes violent shootings.

Hip-hop star and actor Snoop Dogg was charged today on two drug related offenses, and illegal possession of a firearm. If convicted, he could face up to four years in prison. The rapper was arrested after taping an episode of "The Tonight Show."

Primers are often overlooked, but are a huge factor in firearm technology.

This program is responsible for teaching beginning hunters the correct and safe techniques for handling firearms as well as other hunting and firearm activities.

California Hunter Education Program, established in 1954, is a ten-hour course that teaches hunters who wish to get their hunting license for the first time the importance of firearm safety as well as other topics.

A fascinating look at the mortality statistics of American presidents reveals one-in-four was assaulted with a firearm at some point after his election.

One Woman's personal opinion on men vs. women in the range.

The FBI has announced the sentencing of Syed Maaz Shah, 20, who is a Pakistani national and in the United States on a student visa. He was sentenced on two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm.

According to the Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives in a recent press release, Jonathan Hall, the man who arm robbed an elderly couple in their Sod, West Virginia home and used a firearm during the commission has recently been sentenced.

Chances are if you pop in on a recent action film, you're likely to see something you've never seen before.

As a firm believer in the Second Amendment, and as a responsible firearm owner, I like to read about the many products available for self defense and hunting.

If lenient gun laws actually reduce gun violence, the U.S. should have the lowest rate of gun violence. However, a look at the numbers from other industrialized countries does not show this to be the case.

This type of behavior is more common than we think. Not all social frustration amongst children and teenagers is played out with a firearm, but often leads to other behavioral problems such as fighting, truancy, and even suicide.

Police arrested a D. C. Everest School District employee Tuesday over concerns of potential violence

. By way of divine police assumption, someone within the grouping of New York cities finest, alleged that they over heard (among the three victims in question) some one (who?) making reference to what sounded like the mentioning of a firearm.

Gun control means placing restrictions or limitations on owning a firearm. Guns give power to the weak, enabling them to defend themselves against the strong.

A available but rarely used target model from Colt, the Trooper MKIII is a sleeper in the target shooting world. I'll test one out from various distances and with different ammunition.

Results of 100,000 plus rounds through a stainless steel Ruger 10/22 .22 LR Rifle. Accuracy and durability tests plus wear and tear and parts breakage.

A comprehensive test and trial of the Glock 17 9mm pistol. I go to the limits of its endurance and test it at the ragged edge of performance.

Carjacking is a serious crime in the United States, and involves depriving an individual of their vehicle with or without the use of a firearm.

Regardless of whether you have a weapon for hunting or self defense, you should be familiar with its use. Shooting ranges offer a safe place to practice as well as courses in firearm safety.....

American flag: $4. Comfy lawn chair: $15. Being safe around fireworks: priceless.

The crossbow today is a weapon of sport but it was used as a deadly weapon of war and even assasination. Read on to find out more about this unique weapon.

Live for yourself and your family.

Shakespeare's tale of racial otherness has been redone in O, Miramax Films' adaptation of Othello, a film delayed from general release for 2 years. The protagonist's otherness and visibility are on display, giving clues to American racial attitudes.

The poem From him to her (Ron Adler, Israeli, 1957-76, tr. Richard Flantz), "is the despairing cry of a young man looking at the work in progress of his own sex's domination. He committed suicide "shortly after the poem was written" in 1976.

While airport security lines continue to frustrate travelers, many people think they have a better idea for security. In the spirit of Swift's "A Modest Proposal," "A Reticent Proposition" suggests a solution that would minimize the need of security.

A brief discussion of Rifled and Smoothbore Muskets in the Revolutionary War, and why pne weapon was preferred of the other by the armed forces of period.

Every year the news is full of hunting accidents. Either that or the limit on orange backed bipeds has been upped this year.

This is a review of the modern gumshow movie "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang" staring Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer.

Our fear of crime and criminals has given birth to yet another injustice in our system. Mandatory sentencing guidelines are removing discretion away from our judges and needlessly filling our already massive prision systems.

The American political system has many elements that could either retard it or advance it for the better.

BioWare Corp's RPG adventure Jade Empire brings a unique mix of martial arts, magic, and witty humor to the Xbox console. I have collected several easy tips that help you get the most out of Jade Empire in terms of gameplay, items, and features.

The humor of this film is crass. "Racist" is not the correct term. "Self-defeating" is a better term.

Many women choose handguns for self defense, recreation or home security. These weapons are not in themselves dangerous, but can be lethal to the wrong people if misused or handled by women who are not comfortable around them.

People flock to the Sparks Marina in the Reno/Sparks area. With two swimming beaches locals have the opportunity to relieve the melting 103 degree heat. Reno's Sparks Marina is stocked with Rainbow and German Brown Trout for the fishing enthusiast.

About 1.5 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) every year. Prevention is important and involves common sense measures that are readily available.