(WWJ) A decision on whether guns should be allowed in Michigan's Capitol building in Lansing has been put off for now. The Michigan State Capitol Commission voted Monday afternoon to set up a committee to study the issue.  The decision was made despite an that said the commission has the legal authority to prohibit firearms in the State Capitol, and should do so right away.Some state lawmakers asked for the ban after a group of protesters brought long guns into the building last month. ​It's unclear when the issue will be considered again.  Prior to Monday's...…(WWJ) A decision on whether guns should be allowed in Michigan's Capitol building in Lansing has been put off for now. The Michigan State Capitol Commission voted Monday afternoon to set up a committee to study the issue.  The decision was made despite an that said the commission has the legal authority to prohibit firearms in the State Capitol, and should do so right away.Some state lawmakers asked for the ban after a group of protesters brought long guns into the building last month. ​It's unclear when the issue will be considered again.  Prior to Monday's...WW…

The Washington Redskins are retiring their name and logo. A new name is expected to be announced very soon. The owner of the team, Dan Snyder, and the D.C. franchise conducted an internal review pulled all the team's apparel off the shelves, and according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the team is planning to remove all Native American images.Key from statement: “Dan Snyder and Coach Rivera are working closely to develop a new name and design approach that will enhance the standing of our proud, tradition rich franchise and inspire our sponsors, fans and community for the next...…The Washington Redskins are retiring their name and logo. A new name is expected to be announced very soon. The owner of the team, Dan Snyder, and the D.C. franchise conducted an internal review pulled all the team's apparel off the shelves, and according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the team is planning to remove all Native American images.Key from statement: “Dan Snyder and Coach Rivera are working closely to develop a new name and design approach that will enhance the standing of our proud, tradition rich franchise and inspire our sponsors, fans and community for the next...WW…

(WWJ)  After looking into it, the Michigan State Capitol Commission has determined that it does not have the authority to ban guns inside the state Capitol Building. Vice chair John Truscott told WWJ Newsradio 950's Zach Clark that the Commission, which manages the Capitol building in Lansing, had hoped to make the move as soon as next week.However: "In terms of the building itself — and I've just received some information — the Capitol Commission does not have jurisdiction to go above and beyond what is state law," Truscott said, after speaking with an...…(WWJ)  After looking into it, the Michigan State Capitol Commission has determined that it does not have the authority to ban guns inside the state Capitol Building. Vice chair John Truscott told WWJ Newsradio 950's Zach Clark that the Commission, which manages the Capitol building in Lansing, had hoped to make the move as soon as next week.However: "In terms of the building itself — and I've just received some information — the Capitol Commission does not have jurisdiction to go above and beyond what is state law," Truscott said, after speaking with an...WW…

UPDATE: MSP Investigating Confrontation Between Protesters, Police In Michigan House. .-------------------------------(WWJ) Three protesters were removed from the House gallery in Lansing Wednesday morning, after refusing orders to leave.The trio is part of a group called Michigan United for Liberty, according to News Service, and were there to protest Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's recent executive orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Video of three members of Michigan United for Liberty prior to being removed. — MIRSnews.com (@MIRSnews)One woman, identified in reports as Wendy...…UPDATE: MSP Investigating Confrontation Between Protesters, Police In Michigan House. .-------------------------------(WWJ) Three protesters were removed from the House gallery in Lansing Wednesday morning, after refusing orders to leave.The trio is part of a group called Michigan United for Liberty, according to News Service, and were there to protest Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's recent executive orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Video of three members of Michigan United for Liberty prior to being removed. — MIRSnews.com (@MIRSnews)One woman, identified in reports as Wendy...WW…

WASHINGTON (KMOX) -- President Joe Biden wasted very little time on Inauguration Day, signing several executive orders.One of the Biden signed was a mandate that a mask must be worn while on federal property.Part of the executive order states, "...on-duty or on-site Federal employees, on-site Federal contractors, and other individuals in Federal buildings and on Federal lands should all wear masks, maintain physical distance, and adhere to other public health measures, as provided in CDC guidelines."One of the first tweets from the newly sworn-n president was about the importance of the...…WASHINGTON (KMOX) -- President Joe Biden wasted very little time on Inauguration Day, signing several executive orders.One of the Biden signed was a mandate that a mask must be worn while on federal property.Part of the executive order states, "...on-duty or on-site Federal employees, on-site Federal contractors, and other individuals in Federal buildings and on Federal lands should all wear masks, maintain physical distance, and adhere to other public health measures, as provided in CDC guidelines."One of the first tweets from the newly sworn-n president was about the importance of the...WW…