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Barrel length tyranny: Activist courts twisting law on 2A rights

by F Riehl, Editor in Chief

6:00am Friday, August 15, 2025

The fight over short-barreled rifles isn’t just about barrel length — it’s about whether courts will follow the clear rules laid out in District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) and N.Y. State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen (2022), or will find creative ways to sidestep them.

Will NC House override Dem governor's veto on constitutional carry?

by Larry Keane

6:00am Thursday, August 14, 2025

Many Ohioans frequently visit North Carolina. One issue in the Tarheel state worth watching is how the legislature handles constitutional carry. Senate Bill 50 was passed in both chambers, but the Democratic governor vetoed it. The Senate came back and overrode the veto, but now it's up to the House to follow suit. Are the votes there? It's tight. Really tight.

SAF files amicus with SCOTUS in short-barreled rifle case

6:00am Wednesday, August 13, 2025

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging the court to hear David Robinson Jr. v. United States of America, challenging restrictions on short-barreled rifles (SBRs).

Trump EO bans banks from discriminating against gun owners

By John Crump

6:00am Tuesday, August 12, 2025

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Aug. 7 banning banks from discriminating against firearms companies, removing one of the tools that previous administrations have used to curtail the rights of Americans to keep and bear arms.

Registration for 2025 Fall Youth Shoot now open

1:00pm Monday, August 11, 2025

Free Range Day at Ohio’s public shooting ranges slated Aug. 16

6:00am Monday, August 11, 2025

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife invites the public to enjoy Free Range Day at public shooting ranges Saturday, Aug. 16. Read for details.

SCOTUS review sought in federal ban on young adults' handgun purchases

6:00am Friday, August 08, 2025

The Second Amendment Foundation and its partners have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court for review in Brown v. ATF, SAF’s challenge to the federal ban that prevents adults ages 18 to 20 from purchasing handguns from licensed dealers.

Virginia man shoots knife-wielding intruder who stabbed his wife to death

by AmmoLand Editors and Staff

6:00am Thursday, August 07, 2025

In a heartbreaking and violent home invasion in Rockingham County, Virginia, a husband was forced to shoot and kill an intruder who had just murdered his wife with a knife. Here's the gut-wrenching story.

UK to ban lead ammunition

6:00am Wednesday, August 06, 2025

It goes without saying that banning guns is not the only way to effectively disarm civilians. Imposing burdensome restrictions, regulations, or even bans on ammunition is an obvious backdoor tactic for disarmament.

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Trumbull County's Grand River shooting range getting $11.3M overhaul

by Joe D. "Buck" Ruth

9:00am Tuesday, August 05, 2025

A full-scale renovation of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Grand River Wildlife Area shooting range in Trumbull County is currently underway, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony anticipated later this year.

Lawsuit filed challenging NFA's constitutionality

6:00am Monday, August 04, 2025

The National Rifle Association (NRA), American Suppressor Association (ASA), Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC), Prime Protection STL Tactical Boutique, and two members of the organizations filed a lawsuit Aug. 1, challenging the constitutionality of the National Firearms Act of 1934 (NFA).

Sen. Murphy's law would jack up NFA tax

by Larry Keane

6:00am Friday, August 01, 2025

The firearms industry and gun owners just got a preview of what’s in store should anti-gun politicians again be able to force through punitive gun control measures. Sen. Chris Murphy, a Democrat, wants the NFA tax to skyrocket to $4,709.

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Yes, you can carry guns at county fairs, says Attorney General Yost

by Joe D. "Buck" Ruth

6:00am Thursday, July 31, 2025

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has issued an opinion on whether county agricultural societies have the authority to restrict guns at county fairs, and it boils down to this: No, they don't.

Doctors ramping up jabs at Second Amendment

by Lee Williams

6:00am Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Doctors are increasing their anti-gun fight against President Donald J. Trump’s pro-gun policies and ideas — taking it to heights never seen under Joe Biden — by publishing more fictional stories based on anti-gun sources than ever before.

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Eighth Circuit tosses gun conviction on marijuana user, orders retrial

by AmmoLand Editors and Staff

6:00am Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the firearm conviction of a daily marijuana user from Iowa, who was convicted of violating the federal law that prohibits “unlawful users of controlled substances” from owning guns.

Ninth Circuit shoots down California background check mandate on ammunition

6:00am Monday, July 28, 2025

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that California’s law requiring a background check for each ammunition purchase violates the Second Amendment in Rhode v. Bonta.

2A on trial: Preble County case shines light on self-defense battle

by Sean Maloney and Jonathan Fox

6:00am Friday, July 25, 2025

A recent courtroom battle in Preble County Municipal Court has thrust the fundamental right of self-defense and the freedom to bear arms squarely into the spotlight.

Gun control hucksters - just modern-day snake oil salesmen

by Bill Cawthon

6:00am Thursday, July 24, 2025

Snake oil was made by boiling rattlesnakes and skimming the oil that rose to the surface. Hyped as a miracle cure, rattlesnake oil doesn’t have any real medicinal value at all. Gun control is similar.

Gun control groups can't tolerate female gun owners

by Paige Pearson

6:00am Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Leave it to gun control groups to suggest that half of the law-abiding population of the United States shouldn’t be considered for gun ownership. And it’s the half of the population that owning a firearm for self-defense benefits the most in time of need — women.

AI soon will target gun owners

by Lee Williams

6:00am Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Someday soon, you will receive a video call, or perhaps a text or voicemail video from a local politician well known to you. This person will begrudgingly tell you there was a bad vote in the Statehouse and that something you use daily and value highly is now illegal and must be destroyed. Will you know whether it is legit? Probably. But will others less informed?

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PODCAST: Bye Bye Suppressor Tax! A 91-Year-Old Gun Control Law Takes a Hit!

6:00am Monday, July 21, 2025

The One Big Beautiful Bill has reduced the tax on suppressors and short barreled rifles from $200 to $0. But what about registration requirements? What does that mean for suppressor bills in Ohio? And what about claims that suppressors are used in crime? Rob Sexton, BFA's Legislative Affairs Director, joins the podcast to discuss how recent changes to the National Firearms Act affect you.

Protecting Houses of Worship - August 30, 2025, in Middletown, Ohio

6:00am Friday, July 18, 2025

Does your church or organization have a security team ready to go and are they prepared to counter an active killing event? This all-new training class is designed as an intro to help identify security needs, as well as organizational and team training standards. Reserve your space now.

Newsom has 'no ideological opposition' to 2A rights? Let's test that

by Larry Keane

6:00am Thursday, July 17, 2025

California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently told podcast host Shawn Ryan, who gifted Gav a SIG Sauer P365X-Macro, that he is merely for some gun safe common sense. "Otherwise, man, people have the right to bear arms." Let's take a walk down memory lane and see if his new position holds up.

Is UK outpacing US to suppressor freedom?

6:00am Wednesday, July 16, 2025

One might think the United Kingdom's citizens would see suppressors as “inherently dangerous devices that criminals may use to suppress the sound of gunfire and mask muzzle flash.” Yet, in fact, the opposite appears to be happening.

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One man's take on GunCon 2025 in Cleveland, including the drama

by Steven Loos

6:00am Tuesday, July 15, 2025

As a gun owner and Buckeye Firearms Association volunteer, I try to attend as many gun-related events as possible. One such event was GunCon 2025 in Cleveland. Sure, it had its drama, due to the venue's owner. But overall, it was a massive hit.

UN attack on ammunition formally begins

6:00am Monday, July 14, 2025

The recently concluded negotiations on the United Nations’ Global Framework for Through-Life Conventional Ammunition Management should be of grave concern to anyone who values the constitutional protections afforded by the Second Amendment. Here's why.

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Hot Summer Deep Concealment 2-Gun Raffle - $3,016 Prize Package

5:30am Friday, July 11, 2025

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What stripped-down 'Big Beautiful Bill' means to gun owners nationally, in Ohio

by Joe D. "Buck" Ruth

5:00am Thursday, July 10, 2025

With the Hearing Protection Act and SHORT Act stripped out of the federal reconciliation bill, questions remain about what it all means. Here's a look at the immediate impacts nationally and here in Ohio.

Elon Musk's America Party short on Second Amendment specifics

by David Codrea

6:00am Wednesday, July 09, 2025

“The Second Amendment is sacred,” Elon Musk promised when asked how his America Party will regard the right to keep and bear arms. Agreed, but what does he mean?

Tips for walking your dog while armed

by Lee Williams

6:00am Tuesday, July 08, 2025

One of the most important considerations while walking your dog is that you will likely have just one free hand if you’re threatened. If you need to use deadly force, you will be shooting and possibly even reloading using only your strong hand.

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News

Barrel length tyranny: Activist courts twisting law on 2A rights

Will NC House override Dem governor's veto on constitutional carry?

SAF files amicus with SCOTUS in short-barreled rifle case

Trump EO bans banks from discriminating against gun owners

Registration for 2025 Fall Youth Shoot now open

Free Range Day at Ohio’s public shooting ranges slated Aug. 16

SCOTUS review sought in federal ban on young adults' handgun purchases

Virginia man shoots knife-wielding intruder who stabbed his wife to death

UK to ban lead ammunition

Trumbull County's Grand River shooting range getting $11.3M overhaul

Lawsuit filed challenging NFA's constitutionality

Sen. Murphy's law would jack up NFA tax

Yes, you can carry guns at county fairs, says Attorney General Yost

Doctors ramping up jabs at Second Amendment

Eighth Circuit tosses gun conviction on marijuana user, orders retrial

Ninth Circuit shoots down California background check mandate on ammunition

2A on trial: Preble County case shines light on self-defense battle

Gun control hucksters - just modern-day snake oil salesmen

Gun control groups can't tolerate female gun owners

AI soon will target gun owners

PODCAST: Bye Bye Suppressor Tax! A 91-Year-Old Gun Control Law Takes a Hit!

Protecting Houses of Worship - August 30, 2025, in Middletown, Ohio

Newsom has 'no ideological opposition' to 2A rights? Let's test that

Is UK outpacing US to suppressor freedom?

One man's take on GunCon 2025 in Cleveland, including the drama

UN attack on ammunition formally begins

Hot Summer Deep Concealment 2-Gun Raffle - $3,016 Prize Package

What stripped-down 'Big Beautiful Bill' means to gun owners nationally, in Ohio

Elon Musk's America Party short on Second Amendment specifics

Tips for walking your dog while armed

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