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Canadian police appear to end protesters' siege of Ottawa
Read full article: Canadian police appear to end protesters' siege of OttawaHundreds of police in riot gear have swept through Canadaโs capital, retaking control of the streets around the Parliament buildings and appearing to end the siege of Ottawa after three weeks of protests.
Metro Detroit residents, political leaders mark 1 year since insurrection at US Capitol
Read full article: Metro Detroit residents, political leaders mark 1 year since insurrection at US CapitolIn Metro Detroit people took the time to reflect on the events of Jan. 6, 2021 -- when insurrectionists stormed the Capitol building.
14 Michigan men charged in Jan. 6 insurrection: What we know
Read full article: 14 Michigan men charged in Jan. 6 insurrection: What we knowA year has passed since rioters violently stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, and several of them are from Michigan.
How to talk to your children about the deadly siege on the US Capitol Building
Read full article: How to talk to your children about the deadly siege on the US Capitol BuildingThe riots in Washington, D.C. Wednesday that left five people dead were scary and unsettling to watch for many people across the nation. Let them know that what they see on screen does not necessarily reflect the real life thatโs going on around them. Experts said if youโre a parent who agrees with what happened then itโs important to be candid. The bottom line is that itโs an ongoing dialogue and a parent is the most important source of information for a child. Reports: FBI warns of possible armed protests at 50 state Capitols starting Jan. 16A memo from the FBI to law enforcement agencies across the United States is warning of possible armed protests at all 50 state Capitols starting Jan. 16, several outlets are reporting Monday.
Deadly siege on US Capitol Building reignites gun debate in Michigan
Read full article: Deadly siege on US Capitol Building reignites gun debate in MichiganLANSING, Mich. โ The riots in Washington, D.C. Wednesday that left five people dead has reignited debates over whether guns should be allowed inside Michiganโs Capitol Building. READ: FBI, Michigan federal prosecutor seek tips in deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingWith the new legislative session starting in days, security of the Capitol will likely take center stage. Itโs impossible to come to work when you are under that constant threat,โ Lasinski said. Security experts are now viewing that event as a potential practice run for those who stormed the U.S. Capitol Building Wednesday. โThere should be no weapons of any kind in our Capitol,โ Lasinski said.
FBI, Michigan federal prosecutor seek tips in deadly siege on US Capitol Building
Read full article: FBI, Michigan federal prosecutor seek tips in deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingDETROIT โ Multiple Michigan residents have been taken into custody after Wednesdayโs deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building with more arrests likely to come. U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider said if they crossed state lines with intent to riot, they will be charged. RELATED: Several Michigan residents charged after deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingThe FBI has been receiving many tips from residents who are scared and want to help. Nearly everyone who went into the Capitol Building was caught on camera and authorities are looking to identify them. RELATED: Top federal prosecutor in Michigan seeks tips on Capitol mobโIf you think about the U.S. Capitol, there are cameras all over the place,โ Schneider said.
DOJ: More than 50 charged so far in connection with deadly Capitol siege
Read full article: DOJ: More than 50 charged so far in connection with deadly Capitol siegeTrump supporters try to break through a police barrier, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at the Capitol in Washington. Lonnie Coffman, of Alabama, was charged on Jan. 7, 2021, with possession of an unregistered firearm (destructive device) and carrying a pistol without a license. Joshua Pruitt, was charged on Jan. 7, 2021, with knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority. Council allegedly unlawfully entered the Capitol building, and when stopped by law enforcement, he pushed the officer. โThe lawless destruction of the U.S. Capitol building was an attack against one of our nationโs greatest institutions,โ said Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Sherwin.
Several Michigan residents charged after deadly siege on US Capitol Building
Read full article: Several Michigan residents charged after deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingWASHINGTON, D.C. โ Multiple Michigan residents have been taken into custody after Wednesdayโs deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building. Logan Grimes, 29, of Cadillac, was charged with carrying a pistol without a license, possession of unregistered ammo and large capacity ammo feeding device. There were many more Metro Detroit residents who were in D.C., but they did not enter the Capitol Building. Donalyn Atkinson and her brother, of Warren, took photos of people headed to the Capitol. โI went for the history,โ Jimmy Lively said.
โThey didnโt care if they hurt peopleโ -- Michigan lawmakers react to deadly DC riots
Read full article: โThey didnโt care if they hurt peopleโ -- Michigan lawmakers react to deadly DC riotsDETROIT โ Michigan members of Congress shared details of the violent and deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building Wednesday. READ: Michigan lawmakers respond to deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingMembers of Congress continue to reel from the insurrection on Capitol Hill as stories of fear, chaos and bravery have come out. Bill Huizenga was one of them trying to take benches to try and secure the chamber,โ said Rep. Debbie Dingell. โI started seeing clips and began to realize that there were mobs that didnโt care if they hurt people or damaged people,โ Dingell recalled. Michigan officials are calling for the removal of Maddock and any representative who participated in the violence.
Michigan lawmakers respond to deadly siege on US Capitol Building
Read full article: Michigan lawmakers respond to deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingDETROIT โ Some Michigan lawmakers are calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office as they recount the terrifying moments when they were told to hide and find shelter. READ: Michigan lawmakers call on Pence to invoke 25th Amendment to remove Trump from officeThe deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building took place while the entire Congress was on their respective floors. Sen. Debbie Stabenow described the chaos and confusion Thursday morning and said many staffers were visibly upset after reaching a secure location. Related: Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell on Capitol riot: โThey were attacking what is the symbol of our country and our democracyโโThey opened some back doors and -- without telling us exactly what was happening -- they started yelling โGo go go go go!โโ Stabenow recalled. Related: Michigan GOP Rep. Lisa McClain describes situation inside U.S. CapitolMore coverage