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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJuly 24, 2012

S&W's Shield Subcompact Pistol

Smith & Wesson's M&P9 Shield has been designed for civilian concealed carry, but is also an excellent undercover or off-duty weapon. Our full coverage of the Shield includes Paul Scarlata's full "Arsenal" review; Nick Jacobellis' blog on why the pistol is ideal for officers; and a marketing video from S&W. This gallery includes exclusive photos that didn't appear in print. Photos by Michael Hughes and Nick Jacobellis.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 24, 2012

NYC Mayor: Police Should Strike for Gun Control

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg questioned why law enforcement officers don't go on strike because of the availability of high-powered rifle ammunition that defeats many ballistic vests.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 24, 2012

Small Arsenal Seized From Maine Suspect

A Maine man who was pulled over Sunday on the Maine Turnpike with an AK-47 assault rifle, several semi-automatic handguns, ammunition and news clippings about the Colorado theater shootings in his car remained in jail Monday on $50,000 cash bail.

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Articlesby Paul ScarlataJuly 24, 2012

Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Subcompact Pistol

Smith & Wesson's M&P9 Shield is a subcompact pistol suitable for "deep cover" carry by undercover and off-duty police officers. The Shield is available in either 9mm or .40 S&W.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 23, 2012

Observant SWAT Cops, Jammed Gun Saved Lives In Colo. Shooting

Two Aurora (Colo.) Police Department SWAT officers likely prevented further deaths at the Century 16 movie theater shooting Friday, when they quickly identified James Holmes as the suspect.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 17, 2012

Wis. Sheriff Blasts 'Idiot' Supervisor, Demands Apology

Milwaukee County (Wis.) Sheriff David Clarke took umbrage at a county supervisor's critique of his bulk handgun order, issuing a statement Tuesday calling the elected official a "puke politician," "small man," and "an idiot."

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 17, 2012

FNH Introduces P-12 Pump Shotgun

FNH USA re-entered the pump-action shotgun market today by announcing the introduction of the FN P-12, which will be available later this year. The Belgian firearm maker will offer the pump gun as a complement to the FN SLP auto-loading shotgun.

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Videosby Staff WriterJuly 16, 2012

Fla. Cops TASER Jaywalker

Casslebury (Fla.) Police officers deployed three TASER shots on a jaywalker who refused to show his ID and resisted arrest. Read the full story here.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 16, 2012

Official Questions Wis. Sheriff's Bulk Glock Order

The Milwaukee County (Wis.) Sheriff's Office got a great deal on new service weapons, placing an order for 565 guns for $75,000. However, the decision was criticized by county Supervisor John Weishan Jr.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 13, 2012

In-Range Supplies Introduces Portable Tactical Bullet Trap

In-Range Supplies has introduced the Portable Tactical Bullet Trap for firearms training, according to the company.

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