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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterNovember 18, 2011

Kel-Tec KSG

Kel-Tec's KSG shotgun may be the most anticipated firearm of 2011, due to its unusual, innovative design. The high-capacity weapon arrives with twin 7-round magazine tubes, giving operators 15 total rounds when a shell is chambered. The KSG's short barrel and bullpup design give patrol officers flexibility when deploying it from a cruiser. View detailed photos of the weapon, and be sure to read our November "Arsenal" review. Photos: Hanzo Hattori.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 18, 2011

Magpul Industries Joins 2011 Spirit of Blue Campaign

The Spirit of Blue Foundation announced today that Magpul Industries is officially joining the Spirit of Blue Campaign as a Safety Grant Sponsor. The wreaths are available through Dec. 19 and winners of safety grants will be announced in early February 2012.

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Articlesby Lou SalsedaNovember 18, 2011

Kel-Tec KSG Shotgun

Most shooters' first impression of Kel-Tec's new KSG shotgun is that it looks like a weapon out of a video game or some sci-fi movie. But despite its unconventional bullpup design, I believe this innovative weapon will have a positive impact on the law enforcement community.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 15, 2011

Former N.C. Deputy Pleads Guilty In Blackwater Gun Deal

A former deputy with the Camden County (N.C.) Sheriff's Office used his agency as a front to purchase automatic weapons for the military contractor formerly known as Blackwater.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 15, 2011

Report: Mentally Ill Can Buy Guns with Ease

The mentally ill, substance abusers, and other dangerous individuals have freely purchased firearms because nearly 90% of states fail to send all necessary information to a federal database used to run background checks for gun buyers, according to a new report.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 14, 2011

Video: '60 Minutes' Questions Officers' TASER Use

CBS' "60 Minutes" news magazine on Sunday included a segment exploring the use of TASER devices by law enforcement officers that suggested officers overuse the less-lethal devices.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 8, 2011

Colt Introduces .380 Mustang Pocketlite Pistol

Colt's upgrades to the Mustang include precision machining, use of high-quality materials, and improvements in design. The aluminum alloy receiver, stainless-steel slide and barrel are CNC machined from solid bar stock for precise tolerances.

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Videosby Staff WriterNovember 3, 2011

Hornady's Overview of 2012 Products

Hornady gives an overview of its 2012 products, including Critical Duty, 17 Hornet, and Heavy Magnum Turkey.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 2, 2011

Glock Donates $50,000 To Police Survivors at IACP

Glock donated $50,000 to the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) during the 2011 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference in Chicago in late October.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 1, 2011

Illinois State Police Open Firing Ranges To Public

The Illinois State Police will open five of its firing ranges around the state on an "Open Range" day to provide members of the public with firearm instruction and education.

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