Guns in Space
X replaced the water pistol emoji with a regular gun, for some reason [More] PSH ensues. It’s not the first time. [Via Steve T]
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More Trouble for the Wienering Team
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crashes; flips on its side on busy Chicago-area highway [More] No worries: Wayne’s no longer driving. [Via Steve T]
What Are the Odds?
Nearly 40 teenagers gathered at the Jackson County Courthouse on Monday to call for answers to Kansas City’s gun violence problems [More] And no one was shot…? [Via Steve T]
Saw Redux
Google’s Jigsaw open sources Altitude to help online platforms weed out extremist content [More] And who gets to decide what’s “extreme”? Great aptronym, though… [Via Steve T]
We Believe in the Second Amendment BUT…
Massachusetts House and Senate negotiators have released a compromise version of a sweeping gun bill that supporters say builds on the state’s existing gun laws, including a crackdown on difficult to trace “ghost guns,” while safeguarding the rights of gun owners. [More] If they’re going to start out with a lie, several here that I … Continue reading “We Believe in the Second Amendment BUT…”
Running with Scissors
Woman accused of using scissors to rob man near southwest Miami-Dade Burger King [More] I see a lot more scissoring in her future where she’s going… [Via Steve T]
Office to Come Down on Gunperps Like a Ton of Bricks
Jackson County legislator aims to prevent gun violence with new office [More] By dropping it on violators? I read “Abarca,” and all the magical thinking made me see “Abracadabra!” By the way, I claim that word: gunperp. [Via Steve T]
We’re the Only Ones Unmasking Enough
NYPD phases out ‘Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect’ motto on patrol cars [More] You’ve gotta admit, the new slogan really grabs your attention… [Via Steve T]
An In-Kind Contribution
Morales began the segment by explaining Schiff is not only campaigning against Republican Steve Garvey, but also “focused on another opponent,” that opponent, unsurprisingly, being Trump. [More] So how is this not a free campaign ad, reportable to the FEC? And anybody else wishing one of those mountain lions or bears he was prattling on … Continue reading “An In-Kind Contribution”
Doing the Scams Americans Won’t Do
Six foreign nationals in the country illegally, all living in Southern California, have been charged by federal authorities for their alleged roles in a sweeping, multi-state conspiracy to install “skimming” devices on automated teller machines and checkout point-of-sale units at retail stores… [More] Their nationalities make me suspect their presence here is less about the … Continue reading “Doing the Scams Americans Won’t Do”
From the ‘Half Full’ Contingent
Chicago was just named the second best city in the U.S. [More] Even with a murderous Richard Nixon on the rampage…? Funny thing– it also makes the “Half Empty” list… [Via Steve T]
We’re the Only Ones Meanwhile Across the Pond Enough
‘Highly offensive’: police condemn ITV for naming new comedy show Piglets [More] It’s upsetting to see two such highly regarded public service institutions at odds. In the spirit of restoring harmony, may I suggest a less gutteral compromise title? Swinelings… [Via Steve T]
Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One Before
Man who shot and killed 5 people at apartments near Las Vegas was banned from owning a firearm [More] If only we could ban everyone… Then guns would be as rare as fentanyl! [Via Steve T]
Why (‘We’?) Can’t Have Nice Things
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department responded to a burglary on the east side Thursday morning, where two people allegedly wiped the shelves of a grocery store clean. [More] You know what this means! Now imagine several orders of magnitude. [Via Steve T]
Life in the ‘Horrible City’
After 13 people shot Wednesday, Milwaukee leaders say it’s time to ‘double down’ on violence prevention efforts [More] Yeah, let’s do more of what can’t work! I wish he had said it. [Via Steve T]
Q&A
Mother demands answers after son is among victims in series of shootings in 24 hours in Lancaster [More] I have questions, too, starting with “Mom, where was your husband in that clip?” Or are we not allowed to extrapolate from generalities? Because those who say we need more “gun control” sure do. Is the answer … Continue reading “Q&A”
Cue the Sad Violin Music
NFL Socked With $4.7 Billion-Plus Verdict in Sunday Ticket Antitrust Case [More] Gee. That’s too f*****g bad. Don’t give aid and comfort to the enemy. That many gun owners still do is a real head-shaker. [Via Steve T]
Circle Jerks
Pennsylvania lieutenant governor’s roundtable focuses on gun violence prevention, funding [More] Hey, everybody, look at us! We’re DOING something!! And the results are exactly as the title indicates. [Via Steve T]
Leading the Blind
Mayors from all over the country meet in KC to discuss solutions for gun violence & mental health [More] “‘Tis clear enough the elephant is very like a tree.“ [Via Steve T]
Point/Counterpoint
Douglas County probate judge charged with felony in Atlanta [More] So who do I believe? The “Only Ones” or a Democrat? [Via Steve T]
My Kind of Town
Chicago is one of the worst-run cities in US, study finds [More] Hey, there’s some things they still lead in… Violent Father’s Day weekend in Chicago ends with at least 25 people shot in five hours early Monday Forget it, Jake, it’s Chi-Town. Who else is looking forward to the Democrat Convention? [Via Steve T] Related … Continue reading “My Kind of Town”
Leveling the Playing Field
Sandy Hook survivors call for gun control as they graduate high school [More] After years of indoctrination and exploitation of their childhood terror, those who were utterly helpless against monsters demand we all be the same. [Via Steve T]
Anyone Who Can’t Be Trusted With His Neck…
Court records show Turpitt had been convicted of a felony in 2020, making it illegal for him to possess weapons. [More] I think a big eyeball tattooed on your throat qualifies… [Via Steve T]
A Lull in the Action
New FBI stats show ‘historic’ declines in violent crime rate, with murder showing sharpest drop [More] Funny, what that coincides with… [Via Steve T] Related UPDATE Admission Of Failure? Democratic Cities Stop Reporting Crime Stats To FBI [More] Hey, where’d the lull go…? [Via bondmen]
If Only They’d Disarm You and Me…
Schierbaum said the suspected shooter has been arrested at least 11 times and is someone who should never have been in possession of a gun. [More] Yeah? And how does he propose to make that happen? Interesting response options… On a positive note, at least Moriarty wouldn’t have been scared. [Via Jess] Tangentially-Related UPDATES (Alright, they … Continue reading “If Only They’d Disarm You and Me…”
Inventing Connections
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, his chief of staff Chip Hill, and Montgomery District Attorney Daryl Bailey blamed the crime wave on the legislature passing permitless carry. [More] Because as we all know, that made it legal for prohibited persons to carry guns and victimize others. Show me a gun-grabber who doesn’t rely on stupid people … Continue reading “Inventing Connections”
Lead Tag
Teen paralyzed during ‘Senior Assassin’ water-tag game outside Walmart after being shot with real gun [More] Plenty of stupidity to go around for all concerned… [Via Steve T]
We’re the Only Ones Lickety-Split Enough
Mississippi state trooper is fired after sending sex tape of her and another woman to colleagues [More] Is this some kind of bust? [Via Steve T]
‘C’ You Real Soon! ‘Y’? Because We Like You!
Disney cruise passenger with pending sex crimes case caught with child sex abuse videos, authorities say [More] Sounds like someone raised on Disney Family Values… [Via Steve T]
Fake Noose?
Washington found a noose made out of an airhose when he arrived at his workstation on Aug. 20, 2022, according to the lawsuit. Washington alleges he complained to management, who made light of his concerns and failed to take proper action even after Washington informed the human resources office of the situation, the lawsuit states. … Continue reading “Fake Noose?”
