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Report Ranks States Based on their ‘Dependence’ on the Gun Industry

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Finance company WalletHub released this week a new report that purports to have ranked all 50 U.S. states based on their “dependence” on the gun industry. Topping the list are Idaho, Alaska, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Arkansas. The states least dependent on the firearms industry, according to the report, are Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and New Jersey.

California Dem Running for President Says Confiscating 'Assault Weapons' is a Top Priority

California Dem Running for President Says Confiscating ‘Assault Weapons’ is a Top Priority

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“I’m the only candidate calling for a mandatory national ban and buyback of military-style semiautomatic assault weapons,” he recently wrote in a Chronicle op-ed.

WATCH: Active Shooter Killed By Police In Crazy Gunfight

WATCH: Active Shooter Killed By Police In Crazy Gunfight

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A man in Salt Lake City was killed by law enforcement on Monday after attempting at least two armed robberies, shooting from his pickup while driving, and shooting at police vehicles in pursuit.

Meet Glock's New Celebrity Spokesperson

Meet Glock’s New Celebrity Spokesperson

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The king of the polymer pistol has a new celebrity spokesperson!  Chuck Norris, maybe you’ve heard of him before?

Idaho Governor Signs Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds to Carry Concealed

Idaho Governor Signs Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds to Carry Concealed

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Idaho’s Governor Brad Little signed into law legislation allowing 18-year-olds to carry concealed weapons within city limits without a concealed weapons license.

The Army Selects B&T for Its Sub Compact Weapon System

The Army Selects B&T for Its Sub Compact Weapon System

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The Army selected a new Sub Compact Weapon, or SCW, for its Personal Security Details, and surprise, it’s a Brugger & Thomet.

House Approves 'Violence Against Women' Bill that Ends Gun Rights for Certain Misdemeanor Offenses

House Approves ‘Violence Against Women’ Bill that Ends Gun Rights for Certain Misdemeanor Offenses

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The House of Representatives on Thursday passed legislation that would end gun rights for certain misdemeanor offenses.

Ruger's Got New Guns: Stainless American Rimfires, AR Pistol & Updated Hawkeye Alaskan

Ruger’s Got New Guns: Stainless American Rimfires, AR Pistol & Updated Hawkeye Alaskan

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In anticipation of the NRA annual meeting later this month, Ruger has given us a sneak peek at some of their new offerings. We’ll get our hands on them at the meeting in Indianapolis, but in the meantime here’re the details.

Nine New 4-Inch M&P Shield Pistols Including Optics-Ready Options

Nine New 4-Inch M&P Shield Pistols Including Optics-Ready Options

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Smith & Wesson is expanding their very successful M&P Shield series with nine new models with longer slides and 4-inch barrels.

Pittsburgh Tries Tricky Legal Strategy to Control 'Assault Rifle' Use within City Limits

Pittsburgh Tries Tricky Legal Strategy to Control ‘Assault Rifle’ Use within City Limits

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The all-Democratic Pittsburgh City Council voted 6-3 this week to ban the “use” of some semi-automatic rifles along with a total ban on magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds of ammunition and all armor-piercing ammunition. The Council also voted to enact an ordinance allowing the court to seize firearms under an “extreme risk protection order” requested by a family or household member.