1. Student takeover at campus in Los Angeles
2. Student takeover event at LA campus.
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LOS ANGELES — California State University, Los Angeles, was thrown into chaos as demonstrators protesting Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza occupied and trashed a building on campus. The president of the university, Berenecea Johnson Eanes, has stated that these protesters are no longer welcome on campus following the incident.
The takeover of the multistory Student Services Building occurred at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, with President Eanes and numerous employees trapped inside. While most employees were able to evacuate by 6 p.m., a group of administrators, including Eanes, remained until after midnight to manage the situation. The protesters barricaded the building, leading to a tense standoff that ended without any arrests.
Following the incident, President Eanes expressed her disappointment and anger in a statement to the school community. She emphasized the need for accountability and stated that those involved in the illegal activities would not be protected.
Police resolve standoff with armed woman at FBI building
SEATTLE — A potentially dangerous situation was averted at the FBI building in Seattle when a woman armed with a handgun was peacefully taken into custody after an hourlong standoff. The woman entered a publicly accessible area of the building and pointed the gun at herself, prompting a response from the Seattle Police Department.
Authorities were able to de-escalate the situation through negotiations, and the woman surrendered without incident. No hostages were taken, and no injuries were reported. The motives of the woman are currently under investigation, and no charges have been filed at this time.
President Biden addresses son’s felony conviction
President Joe Biden has made it clear that he will not intervene in the legal proceedings regarding his son Hunter Biden’s federal felony conviction for gun crimes. During a news conference at the Group of Seven summit, President Biden stated that he would not use his presidential powers to commute Hunter’s eventual sentence, which could carry up to 25 years in prison.
The sentencing date for Hunter Biden has not been set, and U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika will determine the length of his sentence. President Biden’s decision comes after months of speculation regarding a potential pardon for his son, with the White House confirming that he would not be pardoned.
Wildfire devastates homes and shuts down highway in Arizona
PHOENIX — A wildfire near the historic mining town of Wickenburg, Arizona, has caused significant destruction, including the destruction of at least six homes and the closure of the main highway between Phoenix and Las Vegas. The fire, which spread rapidly on Wednesday afternoon, prompted overnight evacuations and posed a threat to numerous residents.
An army of firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the blaze, with cooler nighttime weather and the arrival of additional resources aiding in their efforts. While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, officials have lifted evacuation orders for residents and reopened a section of the highway with restrictions.
Despite the devastation caused by the fire, there have been no reported injuries, and the number of homes under threat has been reduced. Wickenburg, a town with a rich history dating back to the 19th century, is home to approximately 7,500 residents who are now facing the aftermath of this destructive wildfire.
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1. Student takeover ends at campus in LA
2. Student takeover ends at campus in Los Angeles.
