In a major 2026 initiative, the ATF has unveiled a broad reform package focused on transparency, rolling back legacy rules, and streamlining processes for FFLs and gun owners nationwide.
CrossBreed debuts the LightGuard, a hybrid IWB holster with interchangeable Kydex light shells allowing quick swaps between weapon lights without buying new holsters, enhancing versatility for EDC and duty users in 2026.
Facebook's updated 2026 guidelines are stripping the 'Recommend' feature from many firearms pages, preventing algorithmic promotion to non-followers and hindering new audience discovery for 2A content creators despite compliance with rules.
Ace XR introduces a new virtual reality platform for realistic pistol dry-fire practice at home using Meta Quest headsets and branded replica handsets from Staccato, SIG Sauer, and others, offering customizable ranges and performance tracking for com
Leupold Optics introduces the Mark 5HD 5-25x56 scope featuring an advanced PR2-MOA reticle, first focal plane design, and Twilight Max HD lens system optimized for PRS and long-range competitions, offering zero-stop turrets and 35mm main tube for enh
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced approval of significant changes to the 2026-27 hunting regulations, including expanded archery-only deer seasons in certain zones, adjusted opening dates for dove hunting in the South Zone starting Se
On May 6, 2026, the Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee voted 9-5 to advance SB 357, which would establish constitutional carry allowing permitless concealed carry for self-defense without affecting existing permits. The full Senate also passed S
Wilson Combat introduces the BULWARK, a compact-duty 9mm pistol featuring an innovative enclosed internal hammer-fired action, 15+1 capacity, optics-ready slide, and Glock 19 holster compatibility. Tested to 5,000 rounds without maintenance, it blend
Youth-focused 4-H Shooting Sports programs in states including North Carolina, Kansas, Louisiana, and Michigan have published new rules, regulations, and event schedules for 2026 tournaments. These include disciplines like rifle, pistol, shotgun, muz
Massachusetts voters will head to the polls on November 3, 2026, to vote on a veto referendum seeking to repeal the state's sweeping 2024 gun control law, which imposes bans on assault-style weapons, requires electronic registration of firearms, and
VirTra has introduced its latest virtual reality firearms training platform for 2026, featuring enhanced AI-driven scenarios, multi-user capabilities, and integration with real firearms for realistic recoil simulation. This system aims to improve dec
The National Shooting Sports Foundation criticizes Bloomberg-funded The Trace for attempting to shame Turner's Outdoorsman after the store legally sold a Mossberg shotgun and pistol to Cole Tomas Allen, the alleged assassin in a recent attempt on Pre