A 3-YEAR-OLD BOY WAS STRUCK BY GUNFIRE AS POLICE BURST INTO A BARRICADED ROOM, ENDING A FRIGHTENING HOSTAGE SITUATION.(PHOTO).

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 A Mother's Day Nightmare in Princeton, Illinois. A 3-year-old boy was struck by gunfire as police burst into a barricaded room, ending a frightening hostage situation. Multiple agencies responded to the Hummingbird Mobile Home Park in Princeton, Illinois, on Sunday, May 10th at 2:42 a.m. The initial call went out as a domestic disturbance but officers discovered much worse.  42-year-old, Anthony Rodriguez, had barricaded himself in a room armed with a knife. Anthony had taken several people as hostages, including Aurora Almanza and her 3-year-old son.  Multiple agencies were on the scene, including the Bureau County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police and  the Princeton Police Department.  Authorities attempted to negotiate but ultimately rushed the room when they heard screaming coming from inside.  Officials have reported that officers fired shots as they entered the room. Anthony Rodriguez was hit and was neutralized.  Sadly, Aurora Almanza's t...

HOUSE DEPUTY SPEAKER LAUDS NIGERIAN WORKERS, BACKS TINUBU’S WAGE REFORMS. (PHOTO).


 House Deputy Speaker Lauds Nigerian Workers, Backs Tinubu’s Wage Reforms


The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has praised Nigerian workers for their resilience and critical contributions to national development. In a statement marking the 2025 International Workers’ Day, Kalu commended the workforce for their steadfast role in driving Nigeria’s progress.


Highlighting the federal government’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare, Kalu noted the National Assembly’s prompt approval of an increased minimum wage under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He described the move as a significant step toward enhancing the livelihoods of civil servants.


Kalu called for patience and support from Nigerians, stressing that the administration’s economic reforms are designed to deliver lasting benefits. He urged workers to unite with the government in addressing national challenges, emphasizing the power of collective effort.


In a message of optimism, the Deputy Speaker reassured workers of brighter days ahead and extended his best wishes for a successful Workers’ Day celebration.

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