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USCCA Announces Significant Enhancements to Member Self-Defense Liability Insurance

The United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) has announced a series of major improvements to its self-defense liability insurance policy for its 825,000+ members. These enhancements are designed to provide even greater protection and peace of mind to responsibly armed citizens. Effective June 5, 2024, these changes come at no additional cost to members. Key Updates to USCCA Membership Benefits:…

Washington Post Home Invasion Op-Ed Critique: A Case for Proper Firearm Readiness and Safety

In a recent opinion piece for The Washington Post, a former staff writer described his harrowing experience with a home intruder and his decision not to use his firearm. While the writer’s restraint is commendable, the situation sheds light on several misconceptions and tactical errors regarding home defense. The op-ed mentions the writer’s hesitation to use his gun, stored trigger-locked…

Tesla Driver Hits Multiple Cars Trying To Escape Chicago Street Takeover Mob

CHICAGO, IL – When a couple got caught in a street takeover Friday night, they didn’t have many options except to hit the accelerator and plow their way through multiple cars attempting to escape. Chicago has a street named Wacker Drive with both an upper and lower level. The lower level is below ground, and there are few places to…

Fisherman Defends Himself from Grizzly Attack; Authorities Investigate Series of Recent Incidents

Two men were recently pursued by a grizzly bear near Bozeman, Mont., resulting in one of the men drawing a gun and shooting the bear in self-defense.  Bear encounters can be dangerous, and a number of bears and other dangerous predators are shot and killed every year. “Bear aware” behavior can help in preventing them, but only up to a…