GoFundMe bans fundraisers for travel to political events with risk of violence

GoFundMe joined a growing list of companies cracking down on extremist behavior and rhetoric and is removing numerous fundraisers intended to raise money for travel expenses to events with risk of violence.

Chuck Norris was not at Capitol riot, manager says

A photo of a man resembling Chuck Norris apparently with a member of the pro-Trump mob began trending online.

Wisconsin Senate-approved COVID-19 bill unlikely to pass Assembly

The Wisconsin Senate overwhelmingly passed a scaled-down COVID-19 relief package, drawing a pledge from Gov. Tony Evers that he would sign the measure if it can clear the Assembly.

Twitter removes more than 70K QAnon-associated accounts following Trump ban

Twitter announced on Monday that it had deleted more than 70,000 accounts associated with the QAnon conspiracy theory following the permanent suspension of President Donald Trump’s account last week.

Wisconsin State Capitol boarded up, National Guard mobilized

Windows at the Wisconsin State Capitol were boarded up Monday, Jan. 11 as “proactive cautionary measures."

‘America United’: President-elect Joe Biden will be joined by 3 former presidents at inauguration

President-elect Joe Biden will be joined by former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton during the upcoming inauguration on Jan. 20, underscoring unity at a time of division.

2 Capitol Police officers suspended after riot

Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio says two U.S. Capitol Police officers have been suspended as a result of their actions during last week’s attack on the Capitol.

WI Republican group refuses to remove 'prepare for war' post

A Republican group in northwestern Wisconsin refused to take down an online message urging conservatives to "prepare for war."

Michigan bans open carry of guns inside state Capitol

The Michigan State Capitol Commission, which is responsible for overseeing the Capitol, had been reluctant to issue rules for firearms, but shifted course Monday.

Lisa Montgomery to die Tuesday for killing woman, cutting baby from womb

Lisa Montgomery, awaits execution Tuesday, just eight days before the presidential inauguration of death penalty opponent Joe Biden.

Trump hits Cuba with new terrorism sanctions

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the United States has designated Cuba as a "state sponsor of terrorism."

US Capitol Police officer hailed as hero for diverting pro-Trump mob during riot

A US Capitol Police officer is being hailed as a hero after video shows him diverting a pro-Trump mob that breached the Capitol away from the Senate chamber.

FBI bulletin warns of nationwide armed protests leading up to Biden's inauguration

The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.

Governor Evers estimates public won't see vaccine until June

While Governor Tony Evers laid blame at the federal government for slow distribution of the vaccine, Republicans amped up their criticism of the midterm Democrat for not acting urgently enough.

Trump faces ‘incitement of insurrection’ impeachment charge over deadly Capitol riot

A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.