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โ€˜We will be preparedโ€™: Security tightens around state Capitol amid threat of protests

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LANSING, Mich. โ€“ Increased security measures have been put in place at the state Capitol building to prepare for expected armed protests starting this weekend. Michigan State Police, working with the Michigan National Guard and FBI, says that have increased personnel and protective measures at the Capitol and in Downtown Lansing. READ: Michigan law enforcement on armed Capitol protests this weekend: โ€˜We will be preparedโ€™A chain-link fence has gone up around the Capitol building. Across the street from the Capitol, where the governorโ€™s office is, the windows have been boarded up. Michigan State Police Col. Joseph Gasper wouldnโ€™t give specifics about a lot of the security plan thatโ€™s in place, but did issue a warning.

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State capitals across the nation prepare for protests ahead of President-elect Joe Bidenโ€™s inauguration

Read full article: State capitals across the nation prepare for protests ahead of President-elect Joe Bidenโ€™s inauguration

LANSING, Mich. โ€“ All this week state capitals across the country have been preparing for expected protests ahead of the inauguration. On Friday morning a 6-foot fence will be built around the Michigan Capitol Building. State to install 6-foot fence around Michigan Capitol building ahead of possible armed protestsThe state of Michigan is planning to install a six-foot tall fence around the Capitol building due to the possibility of armed protests, Capitol Commissioner John Truscott said. The fencing will be installed Friday before potential weekend protests, according to the state. On Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol, effective immediately.

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Threats of violent cause safety concerns at the Capitol Building in Lansing

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LANSING, Mich. โ€“ Concerns at the Michigan Capitol Building in Lansing are on the rise amid chatter of widespread protests in the days leading up to President-Elect Joe Bidenโ€™s Inauguration on Jan. 20. Under the recommendation of Michigan State Police, a six-foot tall fence around the Michigan Capitol Building in Lansing will be completed Friday to guard against the possibility of violence. On Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol. Michigan State Police circled the Capitol Building in Lansing in large numbers -- on foot and on bikes -- ahead of the fence going up Friday. Additionally, Michiganโ€™s State Capitol Commission voted to ban open carry of firearms at the Capitol on Monday.

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What are the top priorities for the new session of Michigan Congress?

Read full article: What are the top priorities for the new session of Michigan Congress?

The Michigan Capitol Building opened for the first time Wednesday. Democratic members of the Senate decried the deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building that left five dead. Newly ensconsed House Speaker Jason Wentworth said working to restore trust in politicians starts with adjusting the Lame Duck Sessions. Another House Bill proposed prohibits legislators from voting on a bill that would personally enrich them or their families. Additionally, Michiganโ€™s State Capitol Commission voted to ban open carry of firearms at the Capitol on Monday.

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Local 4 News at Noon -- Jan. 13, 2021

Read full article: Local 4 News at Noon -- Jan. 13, 2021

DETROIT โ€“ Hereโ€™s what is coming up on Local 4 News at Noon. 6โ€ฒ fences to be installed around Michigan Capitol Building due to threats of violenceFences will be installed around the Michigan Capitol Building ahead of President-Elect Joe Bidenโ€™s inauguration to guard against the threat of violent protests or riots.

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Charlotte man arrested for making โ€˜falseโ€™ bomb threat at Michigan Capitol Building

Read full article: Charlotte man arrested for making โ€˜falseโ€™ bomb threat at Michigan Capitol Building

LANSING, Mich. โ€“ A man has been arrested by Michigan State Police after he reported that there was a bomb at the Michigan Capitol Building on Thursday, according to officials. Michael Varrone, 48, of Charlotte, could face charges after a review by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nesselโ€™s office. The employee reported the incident to the Michigan State Police. READ: Michigan Capitol Building reopens after threatThe threat comes one day after supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to overturn an election lost by President Trump. Many then surged to the Capitol after he incited them to go there as lawmakers debated the electoral votes.

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Michigan Capitol Building reopens after threat

Read full article: Michigan Capitol Building reopens after threat

LANSING, Mich. โ€“ The Michigan Capitol Building was closed Thursday morning due to an unspecified threat. Michigan State Police brought in the bomb squad and K-9 unit to inspect the building and the all-clear was given. The threat was called in around 6:45 a.m.Now the Michigan Capitol Building is closed because of a threat. pic.twitter.com/AgA7uJvl54 โ€” Mallory McMorrow (@MalloryMcMorrow) January 7, 2021The Michigan State Capitol is once again closed due to an outside threat. โ€” Darrin Camilleri (@darrincamilleri) January 7, 2021Michiganโ€™s Capitol Building closed today due to threat.

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