Mogadishu, Somalia (CNN) Gunfire and explosions shook an upscale hotel in Mogadishu on Friday evening, as police responded to an attack by unidentified gunmen, according to local authorities and witnesses. Police Major Hassan Dahir confirmed to CNN that a gun battle was taking place between gunmen and Somali security forces at the Hayat Hotel in Somalia's capital, in an area frequented by lawmakers and government officials. Two security officials, including Mogadishu intelligence chief Muhidin Mohamed, were wounded in the ongoing attack, Dahir said. Details remained murky, however, as the siege continued. The Al Qaeda-linked terrorist group Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement posted on its affiliated online sites, saying its fighters managed to take over the hotel after blasting their way into the building. CNN has not independently confirmed the claim. A US airstrike on Sunday killed 13 members of the al-Shabaab … [Read more...] about Gunmen storm upscale hotel in Somalia’s capital
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Victim Runs Into Royal Oak Township Hotel After Being Struck By Gunfire
(CBS DETROIT) – It was quite a scary scene for employees of a hotel in Royal Oak Township after the victim of a shooting ran into the facility early Friday morning. According to Michigan State Police, a man was shot in Detroit just after midnight. The victim then ran across the street and into the Baymont Inn hotel lobby in the 11000 block of 8 Mile Road. READ MORE: Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Blocking Michigan's 1931 Abortion Ban It’s unclear on the condition of the victim and suspect information has not been released. READ MORE: Warren Animal Shelter Seeking Donations After Rescuing Badly Injured Dog The investigation has been turned over to Detroit police. MORE NEWS: Suspect Leads Officers On High Speed Chase Through Genesee County © 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. … [Read more...] about Victim Runs Into Royal Oak Township Hotel After Being Struck By Gunfire
Hewn Bakery In Evanston To Open Second Location In Libertyville
0 Restaurants & Bars After moving into to a larger location in Evanston amid the pandemic, the acclaimed artisanal bakery is set to expand into Lake County. Jonah Meadows , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply EVANSTON, IL — After moving into a larger location in the midst of the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic, the owners of the artisanal Evanston bakery Hewn plan to open the first satellite location later this year in Libertyville. Hewn co-owners Ellen King and Julie Matthei first opened their doors in Evanston on Dempster Street during the summer of 2013. Six years later, with the help of a Cook County property tax break , they purchased a building on Central Street allowing them to expand their capacity — even as their grand opening came amid enforced closures associated with the COVID-19 virus. "It's been two years of pivoting and trying new things and doing new things and thinking outside the box, … [Read more...] about Hewn Bakery In Evanston To Open Second Location In Libertyville
Drawing Students Learn About Synesthesia In STEAM Activity At EPCHS
0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Schools Students in Mrs. McArthur's class listened to their favorite music and drew what kind of patterns and colors came to mind. Tim Moran , Community Contributor Posted Reply Students in Mrs. McArthur's drawing class learned about color/sound synesthesia during their first week back at school. Students in Mrs. McArthur's drawing class learned about color/sound synesthesia during their first week back at school. Students in Mrs. McArthur's drawing class learned about color/sound synesthesia during their first week back at school. Students in Mrs. McArthur's drawing class learned about color/sound synesthesia during their first week back at school. Students in Mrs. McArthur's drawing class learned about color/sound synesthesia during their first week back at school. Students in … [Read more...] about Drawing Students Learn About Synesthesia In STEAM Activity At EPCHS
Homecoming Friday For CPD Officer Danny Golden: UPDATED
1 Community Corner Residents are asked to line 103rd Street in a show of support for Officer Golden. 19th Ward Office recommends these viewing spots. Lorraine Swanson , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply CHICAGO — Updated — The Chicago Police Department and other law enforcement agencies will be escorting Officer Danny Golden home this Friday, Aug. 19, from the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab . Golden was left partially paralyzed after he was shot trying to break up a fight at a Beverly bar when he was off-duty. He has been undergoing rehab. Chicagoans are being asked to line the streets in a show of support for the hometown hero. Large crowds are anticipated in the Bridgeport and Canaryville area, as well as the Morgan Park, Beverly and Mount Greenwood. The procession is expected to leave the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab is expected to leave around 10 a.m. Friday. The best recommended viewing points include: … [Read more...] about Homecoming Friday For CPD Officer Danny Golden: UPDATED
Warren Animal Shelter Seeking Donations After Rescuing Badly Injured Dog
WARREN, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) – A local animal shelter is asking for the community’s help as they care for a badly injured dog rescued after being shot multiple times. A Facebook post by the I Heart Dogs Rescue and Animal Haven in Warren says the dog, named Adira, was rescued from a home in Southwest Detroit on Wednesday. They say the animal had been shot multiple times with birdshot, with one shot piercing her eyeball. READ MORE: Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Blocking Michigan's 1931 Abortion Ban The facility had to transfer Adira to a specialist with Blue Pearl and treatment is getting costly. Adira needs eye surgery and possible CT scans to determine what happens next. Officials at the facility are hoping to receive donations for financial support and say they need as much as $20,000 to cover the medical expenses. READ MORE: Suspect Leads Officers On High Speed Chase Through Genesee County Anyone that would like to help out can do so by clicking here . MORE … [Read more...] about Warren Animal Shelter Seeking Donations After Rescuing Badly Injured Dog
Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Blocking Michigan’s 1931 Abortion Ban
(CBS DETROIT) — An Oakland County Circuit judge on Friday granted a preliminary injunction that blocks prosecutors from enforcing Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban. Judge Jacob Cunningham blocked enforcement of the 1931 ban on Aug. 1 , just hours after the state Court of Appeals said county prosecutors were not covered by a May order and could enforce the prohibition following the fall of Roe v. Wade. READ MORE: Warren Animal Shelter Seeking Donations After Rescuing Badly Injured Dog Cunningham extended the order days later until Friday’s hearing. “The harm to the body of women and people capable of pregnancy in not issuing the injunction could not be more real, clear, present and dangerous to the court,” Cunningham said in Friday’s hearing. David Kallman, an attorney representing two Republican county prosecutors, told the Associated Press that an appeal is planned. In a statement, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said: “I am grateful for this ruling that will protect women and … [Read more...] about Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Blocking Michigan’s 1931 Abortion Ban
Suspect Leads Officers On High Speed Chase Through Genesee County
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP (CBS DETROIT) – A Flint man is jailed after he allegedly led police on a chase early Thursday morning with speeds of up to 150 miles per hour. According to Grand Blanc Police, an officer witnessed two vehicles drag racing on northbound I-475. The officer attempted to stop the vehicles and that’s when one of the drivers in a Dodge Challenger fled, traveling at speeds of up to 150 miles per hour. READ MORE: Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Blocking Michigan's 1931 Abortion Ban Air support was called in and a helicopter from Michigan State Police was able to locate the fleeing vehicle almost immediately. The vehicle continued through the streets of Flint before coming to a stop and officers were able to apprehend the suspect. He’s now lodged in the Genesee County Jail. READ MORE: Warren Animal Shelter Seeking Donations After Rescuing Badly Injured Dog The 23 year-old suspect is facing two counts of Felony Fleeing and Eluding. No injuries were … [Read more...] about Suspect Leads Officers On High Speed Chase Through Genesee County
Miami OnlyFans model’s request to keep evidence secret in murder case opposed by prosecutors
close Video Only Fans star Courtney Clenney assaults her boyfriend Christian Obumsel In a video newly released by the Florida State Attorney's Office, Only Fans star Courtney Clenney assualts Christian Obumseli in an elevator a few months before his death NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Florida prosecutors objected Friday to keeping evidence secret in the murder case of OnlyFans model and accused boyfriend killer Courtney Clenney – after her defense lawyer asked a judge to limit what could be released to the public. Clenney, 26, allegedly stabbed Christian Obumseli, 27, to death with a kitchen knife during a spat in their luxury high-rise apartment in April. "It's been the defense that has been frankly keeping this case within media attention," said the assistant state attorney of Clenney's lawyer Frank Prieto. "Mr. Obumseli was dead for five days and the defense was making statements to the media both in print and on … [Read more...] about Miami OnlyFans model’s request to keep evidence secret in murder case opposed by prosecutors
7 Days of Le Corbusier and Calder in Provence
Photo-Illustration: The Strategist. Photos: Delphine Del Val Everyone knows that person who spends weeks sniffing around travel blogs, going deep into Tripadvisor rabbit holes, collecting Google docs from friends of friends, and creating A Beautiful Mind– style spreadsheets to come up with the best vacations and itineraries possible. In this recurring series, we find those people who’ve done all the work for you and have them walk us through a particularly wonderful, especially well-thought-out vacation they took that you can actually steal. When Delphine Del Val’s father retired and moved from Paris to Provence, the talent agent and founder of Pool Creatives started visiting his home near Aix-en-Provence every summer, at first for one week, then two weeks, then when COVID arrived for a month at a time. “I love the climate,” she says. “It’s warm but dry — the nature is gorgeous.” Del Val last traveled to Provence from New York this spring, and flew back with her … [Read more...] about 7 Days of Le Corbusier and Calder in Provence