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Fox News
2 days ago
- General
- Fox News
Mohamed Soliman allegedly planned Molotov cocktail attack after gun purchase denial: docs
The suspect accused of bombing a gathering of pro-Israel demonstrators said he turned to improvised explosive devices after being denied the purchase of a firearm due to his immigration status. According to an affidavit filed by the Boulder Police Department, 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman told detectives that he had taken a concealed carry class in preparation to buy a firearm but was ultimately blocked from completing the purchase because he is not a U.S. citizen. "He said that he had previously tried to purchase a firearm, but resorted to the Molotov cocktails when he could not purchase a gun because he was not a legal citizen," acting U.S. Attorney J. Bishop Grewell for the District of Colorado said in a news conference on Monday afternoon. With access to guns restricted, the Egyptian national revealed to authorities that he turned to YouTube to learn how to construct homemade firebombs. Soliman allegedly created 18 Molotov cocktails before driving to Boulder on Sunday, June 1 and prepared for the peaceful pro-Israel demonstrators to arrive for the "Run For Their Lives," in support of the Israeli hostages. Soliman is accused of throwing two incendiary devices at the crowd. Judicial District Attorney Michael Dougherty said they have identified four additional victims – bringing the total to 12. None of the victims have died. "We're going to continue to encourage victims and witnesses to come forward and contact law enforcement," Dougherty said in the Monday news conference. "But we now have 12 victims. And later this week, we'll be filing formal charges against him." Authorities said all but two victims have been released from area hospitals. They did not note the severity of the injuries from the attack. READ THE AFFIDAVIT: APP USERS, CLICK HERE Victims and witnesses observed Soliman throw what appeared to be a glass bottle, which burst upon impact, creating large flames, the affidavit said. He also allegedly used a commercial weed sprayer as a "makeshift blowtorch." According to the affidavit, authorities discovered multiple glass bottles containing liquid, a lighter, rags, an insecticide sprayer, and an AR-style rifle BB gun in Soliman's 2015 silver Toyota Prius. Along with the materials, authorities also found a Quran and paperwork with the words, "Israel," "Palestine" and "USAID." In his interview with law enforcement, Soliman said he bore no remorse for his actions and reiterated his intent to carry them out again if given the opportunity. The affidavit noted that Soliman left behind an iPhone and a journal at his Colorado Springs home, detailing his motivations and preparations for the attack. Now facing a litany of charges – including multiple counts of attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, and possession of incendiary devices – Soliman is being held on a $10 million bond. Dougherty outlined the severe potential penalties facing Soliman if convicted on all charges related to the June 1 attack. He faces 16 counts of attempted first-degree murder – eight for attempted murder with intent and deliberation, and eight for attempted murder with extreme indifference. If convicted and the sentences are ordered to run consecutively, he could face a maximum of 384 years in state prison for those charges alone. In addition, Soliman is charged with two counts of use of an incendiary device, which could add up to 48 years if served consecutively. He also faces 16 counts of attempted use of an incendiary device, carrying a potential additional 192 years. In total, the maximum possible sentence could reach 624 years if all convictions are handed down and run consecutively. Along with charges on the state level, he has also been federally charged with a hate crime involving actual or perceived race, religion or national origin. "No one should ever be subjected to violence of any kind. But our laws recognize that such violence is particularly pernicious when someone is targeted because of their race, their religion, or their national origin," Grewell said. "According to our complaint and the charges brought by D.A. Dougherty's office, Mr. Soliman stated that he had been planning this attack for a year, and he acted because he hated what he called the 'Zionist group.'" His next court appearance, for filing charges, will be Thursday, June 5 at 3:30 p.m. MT.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
A one-night stand brought this couple together — now they have 11 children and spend thousands on weekly grocery runs
A real-life 'Cheaper by the Dozen' family. One-night stands can usually go one of two ways. This fortunate couple got frisky for a night, fell in love and the rest is history. Alicia and Josh Dougherty moved in together after only knowing each other for two days — and now they are the parents to 11 children. The couple had a one-night stand, moved in together two days later — and the rest is history. Instagram/@doughertydozen The New York-based family has quite a following on social media — 7.5 million TikTok followers to be exact — where they consistently post videos about the chaos of life as a family of 13. The couple has four biological children — Zoey, Dash, Bodhi, and Harlee — and eight children that they're fostering or adopting- Alex, James, Jordan, Jason, Patrick, Bree, Nevaeh, and Dayshawn. With such a massive following, it's clear people cannot get enough of this charming family. The family has over 7 million followers on TikTok, where they give viewers a glimpse into their chaotic life. Instagram/@doughertydozen Oftentimes, Alicia will give a glimpse to the family's millions of followers into a what a day of eating for her kids looks like. While the jaw-dropping spread looks like something a person would only find at a hotel buffet breakfast — in the Dougherty household, it's just another regular day for them. To feed the mouths of that many kids — the couple revealed on TikTok that an average trip to Walmart consists of filling up four shopping carts supposedly totaling a little over $1,000 — and that's just for the week. Having that many kids is clearly not for the weak. Alicia has also posted the family's morning routine, which requires making 11 sandwiches, packing monogrammed lunch bags complete with snacks and all the fixings — in addition to getting breakfast on the table all before the kiddos head off to school. Clearly this giant family has their routines down to a science — and viewers can't get enough of them. 'You're a great mom!' a follower commented on one of the Dougherty's videos. 'The food looks so good!! Such a sweet mom,' wrote someone else on a video of Aicia preparing breakfast and lunch for her clan. 'How does she do it?' chimed in someone else. 'How big is your fridge?!!!' someone commented on the video of Alicia food shopping for her family.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Stillwater: Water Street Inn's Chuck Dougherty named Lumberjack Days parade grand marshal
Chuck Dougherty, the owner of Water Street Inn in downtown Stillwater, has been named grand marshal of this year's Lumberjack Days parade in Stillwater. The parade will be at 11 a.m. July 20. Dougherty is known for his significant contributions to the hospitality industry and community development in the St. Croix River Valley, said Robin Anthony, president of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce and its foundation. 'His enduring impact on Stillwater is reflected in his dedication to preserving the city's history, enhancing its hospitality offerings, and actively participating in civic initiatives,' Anthony said. Alongside his wife, Judy, Dougherty has been the owner and operator of the historic Water Street Inn since 1995. The Doughertys also own Cover Park Manor Bed & Breakfast in Oak Park Heights. Chuck Dougherty serves as the chairman of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, is a member of the Oak Park Heights City Council, and is on the board of the Stillwater/Oak Park Heights Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation is currently accepting parade unit applications and seeking parade sponsors, Anthony said. Find more information about the Stillwater Lumberjack Days parade, go to Obituary: How a bridge got Mary McComber, mayor of Oak Park Heights, into local politics U of M researchers are planting 'survivor' trees in hopes of defeating Dutch elm disease Woodbury: East Ridge teacher on leave following report of racial slur Inmate rights groups demand say in Stillwater prison closure plan Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Wring every second out of summer at these 100+ Twin Cities spots
CBS News
23-05-2025
- CBS News
More charges likely in cyclist death as Colorado biking advocates push for change
More charges likely in bicyclist death as biking advocates press for changes More charges likely in bicyclist death as biking advocates press for changes More charges likely in bicyclist death as biking advocates press for changes Boulder area District Attorney Michael Dougherty says there will likely be more charges against the 23-year-old accused in the hit-and-run death of bicyclist John Wilkinson on Sunday. Dante Johnson of Denver is already accused of two charges, including failure to remain at the scene in an accident causing death. That carries a potential penalty of four to 12 years. Dante Johnson Boulder County "We're going to be looking at additional charges, and there's also perhaps some aggravating circumstances," said Dougherty, explaining that the Colorado State Patrol is still working on a crash reconstruction analysis. So far, says Dougherty, it appears the vehicle that hit Wilkinson strayed into the bike lane on the right side of 95th Street, north of Valmont Road. The district attorney credited witnesses with providing information that led quickly to Dante Johnson. "The witnesses were easily able to identify that something was wrong because the bike was being dragged. There was a loud sound being caused by it, and the windshield of the car was so incredibly damaged." An affidavit in the case indicates the bicycle was dragged miles beneath the front bumper of a Toyota Highlander and found along Lookout Road. Additionally, the affidavit states Johnson later texted a friend a video recorded from inside the vehicle showing the smashed windshield. He told the friend by text he'd been hit by a rock. Johnson told investigators the vehicle he drove, which belonged to his mother, had been missing for a time. But because of the license plate shared by witnesses, law officers were quickly able to ping Johnson's phone as he went to Clement Park in Littleton. The Highlander, believed to be the vehicle that hit Wilkinson, was found in the same area. Cyclist John Wilkinson was struck and killed in Boulder County on Sunday. CBS Prosecuting the case, Dougherty has promised to "Fight like heck to make sure we get the right outcome." But another death on Colorado's roads leads to more concern from law enforcement and safety advocates. The charge of careless driving resulting in death, which is a misdemeanor under Colorado law, was being reviewed in the Legislature this session. "Think about that. A traffic misdemeanor. Take that up to a felony. That bill did not pass this session. I'm very confident that we'll see it introduced this next session," said Dougherty. The family of bicyclist Magnus White, a 17-year-old killed in the Boulder area in 2023, was among those pushing for the change. Tragedies like the death of John Wilkinson bring the issues again to the forefront. The death of John Wilkinson hits hard for Triny Willerton, President and founder of It Could Be Me. It is a safety organization based in Boulder. Willerton is a survivor of a terrible bicycle crash in 2018. "I feel like we take three steps forward and then one back," she said of the death of John Wilkinson. Boulder now has over 300 miles of protected bike lanes, but few roads in Colorado were originally designed with separation in mind. Triny Willerton CBS "I think we all know we need to separate different modes of transportation. Unfortunately, that takes time." Technology has created problems for sure. "There are a lot of factors that are unfortunately getting in the way of people behaving properly behind the wheel," said Willerton. But there are potential technology solutions to some problems ahead. Automated braking systems and, hopefully, autonomous driving will improve odds, she said. There is still a need to get the message out constantly to drivers. That message is often heard more clearly after tragedies. "It's very interesting because people start paying attention, and there's a very small window," said Willerton. The message right now is clear. "There is nothing that is more important than a human life, said Willerton. "Whatever decision you make will change their life and your life forever."
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kunes Family Foundation to donate 200k meals across the Midwest
The lobby inside Kunes Nissan in Davenport looked a bit different Monday morning. 'It means a lot to us giving back to the community,' said Austin Dougherty, a Kunes Auto Group sales manager. Kunes Auto Group staff members took part in boxing up food to give to local food banks. '(The Quad Cities) do it a lot to us, so it's very impactful that we can give back when we have the opportunity to give back here,' Dougherty said. It's a part of the Kunes Family Foundation's goal to donate more than 200,000 meals across the Midwest. Locally, the bags will go to the River Bend Food Bank, which helps several food pantries. One of the food pantries that River Bend Food Bank works with is at Friendly House in Davenport. They said that these donations are coming at a critical time. 'Anybody that donates even a single item is doing a wonderful thing,' said Emilie Dibbern, Friendly House's family and senior services supervisor. 'This is kind of a lower part of the year. People tend to donate more around holiday times. Recently there has been more people that need to access the food pantry because of the SNAP benefits being decreased, and also food pantries having less items in them.' Friendly House receives food once a week from River Bend Food Bank. 'People are here right before we open the window,' Dibbern said. 'Having a healthy, happy community, and having people with their needs met is the most important thing about being a food pantry.' Kunes Nissan said it's all about assisting neighbors in the Quad Cities one bag of food at a time. '(It's a) lot of meals to help a full family out,' Dougherty said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
