Rhythm Key to Pack's Offense Oct 16, 2009
As you saw in the first half, it was just a gun show, he said. They answered and we answered and all it takes is one team to be off beat and they came up big on that. (StateFans.com)
Doesn't Deeds have better things to promote than gun loopholes? Oct 15, 2009
Creigh Deeds perpetuates the mind-set and ongoing crusade of Mayor Bloomberg of New York City against gun show loopholes. Before wanting to close them, Mr. Deeds should first gather facts that definitely substantiate their presence. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Gun shows making changes following sting operation Oct 15, 2009
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) - A gun show operator says changes are being made after an undercover multi-state sting by the office of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg ... Stings were conducted by Bloomberg's investigators at seven gun shows in Tennessee, Nevada and Ohio, including the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. (FOX19.com, OH)
Read the story Oct 12, 2009
NYC Undercover Stings Expose 'gun Show Loophole' - CBS News ... NYC Undercover Stings Expose 'gun Show Loophole ... NYC Undercover Stings Show Gun Show Sellers Ignoring Federal Background Check Requirements. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Ohio city says no gun show violations reported Oct 11, 2009
SHARONVILLE, Ohio (AP) - Sharonville officials say the city's convention center has hosted gun shows for years without any sales violations reported by any law enforcement agencies ... The stings were conducted at seven gun shows in Tennessee, Nevada and Ohio, including one at the Sharonville center. (FOX19.com, OH)
Car bomb kills at least 12 in Afghan capital Oct 8, 2009
Floridatoday - Undercover stings expose 'gun show loophole. Other editions. (Florida Today)
Gun Sting May Show Weakness in Gun Sale Regulation Oct 8, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -- Private unlicensed gun dealers were captured on video selling weapons to undercover investigators who admitted they couldn't pass background checks in a sting operation by Mayor Michael Bloomberg to highlight the "gun show loophole.". The stings, described in a city report and documented on video released at City Hall on Wednesday, were conducted at seven gun shows in Tennessee, Ohio and Nevada ... Those states are among the many that permit private unlicensed dealers, known as... (W-USA News, DC)
Undercover stings lead to allegations of illegal sales at gun shows Oct 8, 2009
NEW YORK - Investigators hired by New York City conducted stings at gun shows in states that have not closed the gun show loophole and found some vendors openly selling weapons to buyers who said they couldn t pass background checks. The stings, described in a city report released yesterday, were conducted at seven gun shows in Tennessee, Ohio, and Nevada ... Those states are among the many that permit private unlicensed dealers, known as occasional sellers, to sell weapons at gun shows without... (Boston Globe)
Undercover stings expose gun show loophole Oct 8, 2009
Undercover stings expose gun show loophole - Crime & courts- msnbc ... Undercover stings expose gun show loophole ... NEW YORK - Investigators hired by New York City conducted stings at gun shows in states that have not closed the "gun show loophole" and found some vendors openly selling weapons to buyers who admitted they couldn't pass background checks. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Orly Taitz: Lawyer, Dentist, Birther Oct 7, 2009
She has drummed up supporters at a gun show; joined "tea party" demonstrations against taxation; shouted at, and been shouted at by, MSNBC hosts. All of which is not to say that her effort is going well. (CBS News -- Politics)
Lifestyle briefs, 10-01 Oct 2, 2009
Bicknell Gun Show is Saturday. BICKNELL The Bicknell Gun Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Knox County Fairgrounds, Indiana 67. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Coffee klatches are not always about having a cup of java Oct 1, 2009
The group has even collectively helped with special projects that require more than one person or attended together out of town events that an individual would rarely attend alone such as a gun show, an air show or a monster flea market. Generally by 9 a.m. the gang in unison seems to rise out of their retiring chairs and drift off into the sunrise to work or play. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Court considers county's right to regulate guns Sep 26, 2009
The ordinance did not expressly prohibit gun shows at the fair, but none has been held since 1999. Two gun show promoters filed the suit now before the court, claming the ban violated free speech as well as the Second Amendment ... Donald Kilmer, lawyer for the gun show promoters, said the county law violates the right to possess weapons and is unnecessary for public safety. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Letters to the Editor Sep 25, 2009
Regarding the gun shows at the Cow Palace ("No Cow Palace guns," Editorial, Sept. 23), Sen ... Yes, the gangs in the neighborhood of the Cow Palace have guns, but they don't obtain them illegally at the gun show ... I was at the gun show that Leno squawked about. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
9th Circuit Reconsiders Controversial Gun Rights Case Sep 25, 2009
gun control ordinance, which prohibited firearms in sensitive public places and put the kibosh on a gun show at the county fairgrounds ... Liberal stalwart Judge Harry Pregerson lambasted gun show attorney Donald Kilmer Jr., asking whether there would be more guns in California if Kilmer's side prevailed. (Law.com)
With 9th Circuit Set to Hear Firearms Case En Banc, Calif. AG Walks Line on Gun Control Sep 22, 2009
In a case revolving around a gun show at the Alameda County fairgrounds, a 9th Circuit panel earlier this year than did the 7th. But the full 9th Circuit. (Law.com)
What's happenin' Sunday Sep 20, 2009
Hibbard Memorial Gun Show at the Whitehall Community Center continues 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is 1 adult and free for under 12. (Montana Standard, MT)
Pakistani Police Raid U.S. Contractor Sep 20, 2009
That table looks more like something from a gun show than modern weapons used to provide security. Curious. (CBS News -- World)
Man who fell into lion’s den has sore back Sep 4, 2009
SPRINGFIELD Judge upholds charges in gun show death A judge has denied a former Massachusetts police chief s motion to dismiss some charges he is facing in connection with the death of an 8-year-old boy at a gun show. Edward Fleury, who resigned as Pelham s chief in March, is charged with manslaughter and four counts of furnishing a machine gun to a minor in connection with the death of Christopher Bizilj of Ashford, Conn. (Boston Globe)
Gun collector travels world in pursuit of hobby Sep 1, 2009
Most of his travels center around gun shows, but even on his straightforward vacations, he usually comes home with a new gun. Hes brought guns out of Egypt, Argentina, and Brazil, and has been to gun shows in every state except Wisconsin and Minnesota ... If theres a gun show in Maine, Ill go. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Does Arizona have an image problem? Aug 31, 2009
Liberal comedian Jon Stewart spoofed the incident on "The Daily Show" in a segment called "The Gun Show: Barrel Fever.". And editorial writers and columnists with newspapers across the country - from the New York Times and Los Angeles Times to the Lincoln (Neb. (AZCentral -- News)
Company seeks $50K loan from Linn board (22) Aug 27, 2009
Several large events will be held at the expo center in September and October, including a gun show, home show, the chamber of commerce s Business on Display and the Mennonite Festival. Accepted a 10,000 Juvenile Accountability Block Grant for the Linn County Juvenile Department. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Watch out for bogus bills Aug 27, 2009
legendpiper wrote on Aug 26, 2009 11:39 AM:" Pity they were not caught at the gun show passing counterfeit bills4JG06 ". P on the fair wrote on Aug 26, 2009 9:40 AM:" Not a fair goer- Haha, that's awesome! ". (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Step One: Can we all agree health care is rationed today? Aug 23, 2009
There were an awful lot of cowards at the Cobb County gun show this morning, although I wasn t stupid enough to call any of them that. getalife. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
On Your Mind Aug 17, 2009
to firearm accountability wrote on Aug 16, 2009 6:19 AM:" Because of the gunshow loophole a criminal can buy an AK-47 from you and then go on a killing spree. The gun show loophole makes it very easy for any criminal or deranged person to include spouse abuser to buy a gun with no questions asked. At gun shows there are so many independents that it is more of a market for the criminal element than actual law abaiding people. If I were a crimnal that is where I would buy my assault rifles! It is... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Mr. Deeds Goes Confederate Aug 15, 2009
Abbey, Deeds campaign manager, jumped on Twitter, and posted BREAKING NEWS: MCDONNELL HAS CONFEDERATE FLAG POSTED IN HIS BOOTH AT GUN SHOW IN RICHMOND linking to the blog story. The Deeds campaign rushed out to say Abbey was twittering away during working hours at the office for himself and was not operating for the campaign. (Human Events Online)
Handy work is no easy job (465) Aug 13, 2009
I figured if I did this every day, I could easily tone my arms into awesome guns I could proudly show off at the gun show. Capelletti told me I had to hear the wood creak a little bit before the bolt was completely secured in place. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Sensible limit Aug 7, 2009
The first order of sensible gun-control business should be closing the "gun show loophole" which allows dealers in more than 30 states to sell firearms without conducting background checks on buyers. Congress so far has not managed to end this ludicrous dodge, as it has also failed to reinstate a national ban on assault weapons. (NJ.com -- Times)
Soprano family values Jul 29, 2009
Madonna smuggles in a gun show wherever she goes - and we don't mean weapons. Red panda cub Sha-lei makes a good case for 'cutest in the animal kingdom. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Sources: Feds Arrest One in McNair Killing Jul 18, 2009
I thought most of the guns used in crimes came from the non-existent "GUN SHOW LOOPHOLE". Is the parking lot of Dave and Buster's Restaurant the gun show parking lot that I keep hearing about. (CBS News -- US)
Waterloo man shot twice in 3 months (3610) Jul 18, 2009
Its not like a 15 year old or a felon can just go to a gun show and buy a weapon. someone is illegally selling hand guns to them. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bills will speed access to psychiatric servives Jul 8, 2009
However, the Brady law exempts background checks at gun shows. Howard Cain, a dangerous felon with a long criminal history who had been convicted of armed robbery, went to a gun show in Fayetteville, N.C. He left the gun show with an assault rifle ... Clos ing the gun-show loophole and re quiring criminal background checks at gun shows would save lives. (NJ.com -- Times)
Woman with McNair Said to Have Bought Gun Jul 7, 2009
Just go to a gun show, take cash, and ANYONE (but mostly criminals) can buy as many guns as they want, no questions asked. This is absolutely INSANE.. (CBS News)
A lot would be lost with loss of community center Jul 1, 2009
Do we want to lose a place to hold the Buggies-n-Blues dance if it rains like it did this year, the gun show, the Mandan Art Show, quilt show, large weddings, Santa's arrival, New Year's children's event, etc. If they go away for 18 months, will they come back after a new facility is built, or will they go to Bismarck like our retail has. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
LETTERS: NCT, June 27, 2009 Jun 27, 2009
" Kind of a contradiction, as that will never happen. Wonder if Greg is a season-ticket holder.Joseph WorthOceansideBan guns before alcoholAlcohol is no longer permitted on the beach in Solana Beach. Permanently. It is one of the last San Diego beach towns to impose this law. Just another law nailed into the coffin of caution. So absurd!I think all the cities should lift the alcohol ban. You want to attract tourism? Then make it fun for the people who visit our beaches. How delightful to have a... (North County Times)
Veterans get free ride at Suffolk University Jun 25, 2009
SPRINGFIELD Charges contested in gun show death Attorneys for a Massachusetts gun club and a former police chief say their clients shouldn t be charged with supplying guns at a show where a boy accidentally killed himself. Christopher Bizilj, 8, of Ashford, Conn. (Boston Globe)
Your kid's weird humor is healthy Jun 24, 2009
"Hey baby, check out the gun show goin' on over here," he struts, flexing his killer biceps. "Boom, Boom. Firepower!". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Former state representative may challenge Ryan Jun 23, 2009
"I'm very unhappy with the right-wing Republicans," Mittness said, "... their hatred knows no bounds."I think it's my duty to run," added Mittness, who is a Korean War veteran.He said he is angry Ryan did not support NATO airstrikes in Kosovo. "In my book, that's treason," he said. Mittness served as a Democrat for six terms in the Legislature from 1965-75.He then took a job as a state employee.He also served one term as a Janesville City Council member, but dropped off the council to raise his... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Tea Party on tap for Independence Day Jun 16, 2009
SJT wrote on Jun 12, 2009 11:09 PM:" Anti-Obama rally. Mostly white folk. Surprised there's no gun show also. Fireworks and cross-burning after sunset. These people are sick. ". Watchdog Fred wrote on Jun 13, 2009 4:11 PM:" Is that an ethnic jab, I witness you throw SJT, you usually are above that sort of thing. The Tax Enough Already people must be getting under your skin.This actually sounds like an event I might attend, meet you there I will be wearing the ball cap or a really redneck cowboy... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
NRA appeals handgun ban to Supreme Court Jun 5, 2009
That court, however, is considering whether to take another look at a dispute between Alameda County and gun show promoters. In the case now pending at the Supreme Court, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld ordinances barring the ownership of handguns in most cases in Chicago and suburban Oak Park, Ill. (MSNBC -- Politics)
To the Contrary May 31, 2009
Background checks are required for purchases on guns sold at gun shows -- by licensed dealers only. Currently, anyone can rent a table at a gun show within the state and sell guns privately, no different from buying one from your neighbor -- no background check required, no laws broken ... Many people collect guns for a lifetime, then at some point decide to sell their collections for monetary reasons, and this can be done legally at gun shows, again with no laws broken. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Gun shows are safer than gun-free zones May 24, 2009
Posted: Sunday, May 24, 2009 LAWTON, Iowa -- Last weekend I spent a lot of time at the Sioux City Gun Show ... "gun show loophole" that the anti-gunners preach in their attempts to keep guns out of the hands of "we the people." Folks would ask the dealer, politely, if they could pick up the gun and more closely examine it, then maybe haggle price due to that nick or scratch ... Gun-free zones and gun shows. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Senate OKs gun control proposal, Gore breaks tie vote May 23, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) - With Vice President Al Gore casting a tie-breaking vote, the Senate today approved a Democratic proposal to slap fresh restrictions on gun transactions at gun shows and pawn shops ... The proposal, which would require mandatory background checks for all transactions at gun shows, was tied, 50-50 ... school shooting last month that generated pressure on the Senate to tighten laws governing gun sales, particularly at gun shows. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
In His Sights May 21, 2009
Unless, of course, you own a firearms store, online ammo shop, or lease a booth at the regional gun show, in which case business is exploding ... Boxes of ammunition of all calibers are reportedly flying off the shelves at double, even triple the normal price in neighborhood mom-and-pops, Wal-Marts, and at gun shows across the country ... com, reports that gun shows are becoming surreal. (The American Conservative)
More stockpiling ammunition: Fear of potential Obama laws causing mass sales May 20, 2009
At a recent gun show in Salt Lake City, Newsom sold somewhere between 300,000 and 400,000 rounds in the first two hours. It's just unreal, he said. (Missoulian, MT)
Gun show legislation is just a diversion May 20, 2009
There's a practical reason the proposed law requiring private gun owners to conduct background checks on potential buyers at a gun show is unworkable ... An individual gun owner, who's paid a rental fee to set up a table at a gun show to sell from a personal collection, can't place that call, which is probably why Democratic Sens ... Lautenberg, of New Jersey, recently filed a bill that would close the gun show loophole by making a nonlicensed person who wants to sell a gun use an FFL (Federal... (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
NRA: The new face of the American right? May 19, 2009
"This is armed conservatism, backing political beliefs with guns, and I think that's the key of its emotional appeal," says Joan Burbick, author of "Gun Show Nation: Gun Culture and American Democracy." "The gun has become the symbol of the conservative vision of freedom." ... At a major gun show in Phoenix two weeks ago, Daniel Guier, a gun owner from Chandler, Ariz. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
BPD Officer Accused of Illegal Gun Sale (2) May 18, 2009
OSBI contends that Sweeten and another officer attended a gun show on Oct. 21, 2007 with the purpose of learning the value of the M-16 and three other guns. At that time, authorities say, the M-16 was valued at a minimum of 8,000. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Gun dealers fear loss of ownership rights May 16, 2009
The Sioux City gun show is taking place at the same time the 138th National Rifle Association convention plays out in Phoenix ... Kraus last held a gun show at the convention center in May 2008 and will host another in August ... Said Hillman, "A bad gun show is still better than the next best thing.". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Sand Volleyball May 14, 2009
MIXED A/BB The Gun Show def. Gut Beer 2-1; Sandblasters def. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
What do you want in the sports section? May 12, 2009
Floyd H. wrote on May 11, 2009 2:02 AM:" Sports that garner no coverage in the Hny other media are the shooting sports. Monthly there are shooting events that are gratefully published but never are the match winners announced or participants mentioned. Large events such as the annual bowling pin match, the Klamath Cowboys Labor Day weekend "lead Daze at Linkville" event, or the recent innagural sports show addition to the bi-annual gun show even draw any interest from the local media.It would be... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Join effort to protect gun rights under new administration May 11, 2009
Within 90 days, we will go back after kitchen table dealers, and work to end the gun show and internet sales loopholes ... Within 90 days, we will go back after kitchen table dealers, and work to end the gun show and internet sales loopholes. (Missoulian, MT)
Worker, exec pay - 2 sides of BART deficit May 6, 2009
Mark Leno to ban it, the gun show this past weekend at the Cow Palace drew the biggest crowd in its 34-year history ... To soothe Leno and others who worried about how the festival of firearms would go over in a neighborhood that is no stranger to violence, organizers kept the words "gun show" off the Cow Palace marquee and had extra patrols in the parking lot. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Felon charged in theft from Marshall gun dealer May 6, 2009
A convicted felon from Philadelphia has been indicted in connection with the theft of 26 machine guns and other weapons from a North Hills firearms dealer following a gun show in December outside Philadelphia ... The weapons were stolen Dec. 21 from dealer Charlie Logan's pickup, which he had parked at a restaurant in King of Prussia after leaving the gun show at the Valley Forge Convention Center. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Ammo a popular purchase at Cow Palace gun show May 5, 2009
Thousands of gun lovers attended the Crossroads of the West Gun Show over the weekend at the Cow Palace in Daly City ... This is the 34th year that founder Bob Templeton has staged gun shows at the Cow Palace, and it is an event that has drawn fire from politicians ... Mark Leno, the San Francisco Democrat, recently introduced legislation to ban gun shows at the Cow Palace. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Regulation fears leave Valley low on ammo May 5, 2009
Clovis resident Vince Compolongo, a seller of old Winchester rifles, said he was at a Reno gun show last week as hundreds lined up waiting for the doors to open. When they did, there was a scramble to get to the ammunition vendors. (Fresno Bee)
Minnick: Gun rights are safe May 4, 2009
While it's unlikely any measures to require gun owners to register their firearms could me passed, he said, there is a chance more moderate laws could be considered, such as closing the gun show loophole that allows people to buy firearms without a criminal or mental health background check. Minnick doesn't see the gun control issue breaking along party lines. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Welcome to the gun show May 2, 2009
By CURT SYNNESS - Independent Record - 05/02/09. Mary Simmons pumps iron at her home gym in Helena earlier this week. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Obama era triggers gun 'panic' May 2, 2009
IT'S the first day of the "Nation's Gun Show" in Virginia, a vast bazaar of weapons held each year just a 30-minute drive from Capitol Hill. Inside the cavernous Dulles Expo Centre, the size of two football fields, there are enough guns and knives to equip an army. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
More of this story Apr 30, 2009
Not quite satisfied with one celebration they went to Great Falls for the Antique Gun Show later. So they did have a chance to eat out again. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Regional news: Is swine flu 'the big one?' Apr 28, 2009
Fair closes because of a lack of ammo The Raahauge's Shooting Sports Fair, a hands-on gun show where you can shoot all the latest firearms on the market, has been cancelled for 2009. The Sports Fair is normally held the first weekend in June each year at Mike Raahauge Shooting Enterprises in Corona. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Ga. Professor On The Lam After Shooting Apr 28, 2009
Professor On The Lam After Shooting - CBS News. Professor On The Lam After Shooting. (CBS News -- US)
Virginia Tech Victim's Families Support Lawsuit Apr 19, 2009
Colorado closed the so-called gun show loophole after the school shootings in 1999. Several of the Tech families are hoping to do the same in Virginia. (W-USA News, DC)
Gun sales, concealed pistol permits on the rise in Washington Apr 18, 2009
Within 90 days, we will go back after kitchen table dealers, and work to end the gun show and internet sales loopholes. In the first year, I intend to work with Congress on a national no carry law, 1 gun a month purchase limits, and bans on all semi-automatic guns" ~OBAMA '08This is just a few...he failed to mention the disarming of our pilots, tracing of ammo, massive taxation of ammo and products...go to any reputable site and you'll find more than you want to know...like I said...our rights... (Longview Daily News, WA)
When 'Hope' Changes to Fear Apr 17, 2009
That long, long line of waiting people snaking all the way around the building and out into the street isnt for some Depression soup kitchen; its at a gun show. Of course, 60 Minutes used it to suggest we need more laws, more fingerprinting and background checks and waiting periods even for transfer of one gun from one individual to another, and fto spout the usual banalities about the need to outlaw assault weapons. (Townhall.com)
