Years ago, one of my teammates lost a child to an improperly stored gun. I have never forgotten that, and cannot imagine a worse scenario as a parent. So especially as my kids have gotten older, I have been looking for a solution.
Gun Safety
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Deja Vu: NBA All-Star Ja Morant Receives Second Suspension for Firearm Misuse on Social Media
Updated: May 17, 2023The NBA has a very clear stance on firearms and other weapons, with strict rules outlined in their collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
The Sordid Tale of Deputy Adam Brown: An Object Lesson
Updated: August 21, 2022On April 23, 2018, Deputy Adam Brown went to jail. Through a series of events that were most unfortunate, he accidentally shot a teacher named Brenda Amthor in the neck with a .380ACP handgun. The circumstances that led up to the shooting stand as an object lesson for anybody who spends time around guns.
Simple Safety Rules: Rules For Guns Everyone Should Know
Updated: July 12, 2020Read this! It’s important! Gun safety is pretty simple but is critical.
WATCH: Idiot Points Gun at Friend’s Head while Posing for a Selfie
Updated: October 9, 2018In the immortal words of Forrest Gump’s mother, “Stupid is as stupid does.” The truth of that axiom was on full display this week in a viral security cam video from an indoor public gun range.
Take the Glock Safety Pledge this June
Updated: June 6, 2018This June, take the Glock Safety Pledge to practice the four rules of firearm safety using #FollowTheFour on social media.
Ruger Takes it to 10mm Auto, Recalls Select Mark IV Pistols
Updated: June 20, 2017Ruger is launching a cool new SR1911 chambered for 10mm Auto. The company is also issuing a recall on select Mark IV rimfire pistols.
SIG Issuing Mandatory Recall on Select MCX Rifles
Updated: December 23, 2016In factory testing, on rare occasions, the SIG team found that they could sometimes cause a rifle to fire a negligent discharge when not safely handled.
Georgia Man Loses Leg After Shooting Explosive Stuffed Lawnmower
Updated: March 26, 2016A Georgia man lost his leg after shooting a lawnmower packed with exploding targets at close range. The mower was packed with 3 pounds of explosives.
Kids And Guns: Series Introduction
Updated: March 24, 2016When I was given an opportunity to write this series about kids and guns, I was so excited that my brain froze a little. Where do I start? How do I share the absolute LOVE for guns that pervades my life and my children’s lives? Do I show pictures of the guns that sit on my couch?