FBI LEOKA data show 53 officers were feloniously killed in 2025, down from 2024, with early 2026 numbers also trending lower. The long-term pattern is uneven, but officer deaths remain well below earlier peaks.
If you have been waiting to stock up on proven 9mm defensive ammo, this deal is worth a look. Ammunition Depot has the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P JHP Battle Pack down to $153.70 with code ALand5, giving you 250 rounds of trusted hollow-point ammo in a sealed pack built for long-term storage.
New on the market is Tasmanian Tiger’s Modular Grab Pack 30. This Beefy backpack is an ideal candidate to become your 72-hour survival bag or home emergency kit. It offers roomy interior compartments, multiple pockets and sleeves, and three carry options when things go bad and minutes count. A ...
No one on board the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) knew anything about the cargo they were carrying. What they did know was that the veteran cruiser (launched in 1931) made the trip from San Francisco to the island of Tinian in the Marianas in just ten days. The crew was proud of the “Indy”, and fo...
Long guns, medical gear, and comms — how you secure it, access it, and maintain it determines whether your vehicle is an asset or a liability when the call comes.
Severe weather can occur at any time of year. Tornadoes, blizzards, and more can cause serious problems and jeopardize safety. Sometimes it seems like bad weather pops up out of nowhere, with little to no warning. Where can you turn for reliable weather information? Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA...
There is a certain clarity that comes with getting deep into the backcountry. Cell service fades, outside noise disappears, and your focus narrows to terrain, weather, time, and decision-making. That is a big part of why many of us seek it out in the first place. That clarity also comes with resp...
When it comes to emergency communications, it’s a good idea to have a plan for how you’ll be able to reach family. Part of the equation has to take into account the potential necessity for conserving power. For example, you might not have an easy way to charge your cell phone. That being the ...
Everyone in my generation knows which watch went to the moon first. This article gives you the details of which knife will go to the Moon, so you can tell your grandchildren. In fact, I have the same model in my car for emergencies, so I feel a lot safer now. Benchmade Knife Company is...
Editor’s Note: This article is strictly the opinion of the author and is for informational purposes only. Avoid potential threats and danger whenever possible. Please seek qualified training. In my article about how to survive a home invasion robbery, I wrote about moving to safe areas of your ...