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Gun charges dropped for Oregon refuge occupier Shawna Cox
by Jennifer CruzDespite finding a gun inside a vehicle at the refuge along with Shawna Cox’s Utah driver’s license, prosecutors could not prove the gun belonged to her.
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First of Oregon standoff defendants sentenced
by Jennifer CruzWhile Corey Lequieu could have spent the next six years in prison, the judge handed him a two sentence with three years of supervised release.
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DOJ: Bundy supporter headed to wildlife refuge with stolen .50-cal
by Jennifer CruzAn informant told authorities that Michael Emry had planned to take the Browning M2 to the refuge but backed out because of the law enforcement presence in the area.
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Lawmakers seek transparency in Oregon rancher death investigation
by Jennifer CruzConcern was expressed over Finicum labeled as a terrorist, with the letter noting his daughter describing him as gentle, diligent and full of principles.
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Cliven Bundy sues federal government for violation of constitutional rights
by Jennifer CruzThe suit names U.S. District Court Judge Gloria Navarro, Senator Harry Reid, Rory Reid and President Obama, and asks for Bundy’s indictment to be dropped.
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DA: Use of lethal force against LeVoy Finicum justified and ‘necessary’
by Jennifer CruzOf the eight shots that were fired, six were deemed justified, three struck Finicum in the back, and two are still under investigation.
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New video, pics from inside Lavoy Finicum’s truck (VIDEO + 16 PICS)
by Daniel TerrillThe Deschutes County Sheriff's Office released new details of the shooting, including additional video from inside his truck and pictures of evidence collected at the scene.
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Justice Dept. investigates two shots that missed LaVoy Finicum
by Daniel TerrillThe Office of Inspector General is investigating the FBI’s Hostage Rescue Team for alleged misconduct during the shooting of the occupier of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon.
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Oregon occupiers plead not guilty
by Jennifer CruzSome of the defendants grew impatient in the court, while the judge appeared to be growing impatient with the prosecution and their lack of information.
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FBI arrests remaining occupiers at Oregon wildlife refuge (Read Indictment)
by Daniel TerrillAfter 41 days, the remaining occupiers at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge were arrested Thursday morning without incident.
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Oregon update: 4 remain at refuge; 16 indicted; Bundy tells cops to go home
by Jennifer CruzThe remaining protesters said they would leave only with assurance they would not face charges, but with the recent indictments, it’s unclear what’s next.
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FBI releases video of shooting involving Oregon wildlife refuge occupier (VIDEO)
by Jennifer CruzSpecial Agent Greg Bretzing said many of the version of what occurred are inaccurate and inflammatory, and the video offers an “honest and unfiltered view.”
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