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A Mexican builder was shot and died by an ICE officer. This man had built a life for himself in the United States. He worked very hard every day to build houses. The community is now mourning his loss.
A man suspected of kidnapping and killing another man in Chino Hills used to work with the victim in real estate. The two were partners in commercial real estate. According to an attorney, they had a business dispute.
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Minnesota water systems hit with cyberattack, state officials say
An 18-year-old named Nolan Xavier Wells died recently. He was on a boat trip with his friends. This happened to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Deep South. Now, his family is looking for answers about what happened.
On Friday evening, a 41‑year‑old person was shot through a window of a home in Belmont Cragin, Chicago. The shooting happened around 7:33 p.m. on North Mobile Avenue. The victim was taken to Loyola University Medical Center in serious but stable condition. Police say the victim knows the shooter and detectives are investigating.
Nolan Wells disappeared on July 4 while on a boat. His family says they have hired audio experts to review a distress call made from that boat. The experts will check if the call is genuine and what it contains. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump discussed the case at a conference.
Howard University unenrolled over 500 students because they missed deadlines. Later, the university reinstated over 200 of these students. This happened at Howard University in Washington DC.
France Orders 4,000 More to Evacuate Amid New Heat Wave
A fire started near Monroe. Smoke was seen coming from a mobile home. Firefighters rushed to the scene. Sadly, one man and his dog died in the blaze.
The Flatiron building in New York City will become a residential building this fall. It will have 36 apartments for wealthy residents. Some apartments will cost as much as $58.5 million. The building’s famous steel frame will be visible inside the homes.
The state of Colorado declared the town of Hartman abandoned after all its elected officials resigned. The resignation left the town without leaders to manage its water system. Officials said the water had no chlorine for over a month, was unsafe to drink and smelled bad. A public hearing showed the town could not hold elections and lacked a board or clerk to maintain water treatment.
A missing girl was found dead in the Passaic River in New Jersey. Officials said the search for her lasted two days. The girl's name has not been released yet. Authorities are now investigating the cause of death.
Brittany Clark, a 28‑year‑old woman, was attacked by an alligator while swimming with her boyfriend in Florida’s Little Big Econ state forest on June 28. She fought the animal but died from severe injuries. An autopsy report released on Thursday shows the full extent of the wounds.
Joseph and Phoenix Henrichsen, a father and son, are accused of tying up Forest Service workers with zip ties and holding them hostage. The incident happened near Gumboot Lake Campground in California. They now face additional charges related to the hostage situation.
Colin Gray, 55, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting. He gave his son Colt an assault‑style rifle and ammunition despite warning signs. A Georgia judge said he failed as a parent and ignored the growing danger.
Los Angeles is installing speed cameras more slowly than other cities in California. Other cities have already put up many cameras to catch speeders. Speeding is a major cause of traffic crashes in the state. Officials say the delay in LA could affect efforts to make roads safer.
A dog named Roo ran away from his home in San Francisco. He was found two days later in a train tunnel by transit workers. The workers rescued him and returned him to his owner. Roo is now safe and happy with his family.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, a former top US health official, was called to testify at a Senate hearing about Covid-19. He said a book by journalist Sharri Markson was 'nonsense'. Fauci's diaries were released, showing his thoughts on the pandemic.
A young Black man named Nolan Wells was found dead in Mississippi. He went to an island with three white friends over the Fourth of July weekend. His mother is asking for answers about what happened to him. She does not think he stayed on the island by choice.
A 25‑year‑old man in Texas is accused of buying 77 cattle using checks that had no money in the account. The sheriff’s office says the checks totaled more than $159,000. He has been charged with felony cattle theft. The investigation started after a report on July 17.
A teenage girl named Joniah Walker was kidnapped in Chicago four years ago. She was found alive in Virginia recently. Police say she had been held captive during that time. Her mother, Tanesha Howard, was reunited with her.
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is under investigation for sexual harassment after a complaint from the city police chief. The allegation says she sent inappropriate messages to several employees, including police officers. City leaders have hired an outside law firm to conduct an independent inquiry.
Historic flooding hit the Northeast after nearly a foot of rain fell in less than a day. Rivers overflowed and streets flooded, damaging homes and businesses. Emergency crews rescued people and assessed the damage. Reporter Rob Marciano showed the affected areas on television.
Police say the bullets that killed two bystanders at a Seattle food festival did not come from the gun a 15‑year‑old was firing. The teen was arrested at the scene and was using an untraceable “ghost gun.” Ballistics tests show the fatal bullets do not match that weapon.
Ukraine attacked two big Russian oil refineries. This happened after a meeting between Ukraine's President Zelenskyy and US President Trump. Ukraine is trying to hurt Russia's economy and military.
Wife of Chiefs offensive coordinator allegedly shot by couple's son at their home
A woman lives in Charlotte. She was very afraid to speak in public. So, she decided to practice daily. This meant trying to talk in front of people each day. Because of this, her story became famous on the internet.
A 36‑year‑old woman was shot while getting out of her car in Austin, Chicago. A man approached her, fired shots, and tried to take her vehicle. She was hit in the back, treated at the scene, and taken to a hospital in good condition.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Andre Sayles as the interim police chief. This followed the resignation of Police Chief Shon Barnes after a deadly shooting at a food festival. Wilson said she chose Sayles because he has done the job before and can start quickly.
Eric Washington worked to reduce gun violence in Los Angeles by visiting homes and linking people to help. He was shot and killed on July 4 at a block party in Compton, California. A 19‑year‑old aspiring nurse, Meah Bordenave‑Jenkins, was also killed in the same shooting. Washington was known for his love of his mother and the Los Angeles Rams and for believing Compton could change.
A large fire destroyed a warehouse in Los Angeles one month ago. The fire left a strong smell of rotting food that still bothers nearby residents. The warehouse owners have asked the city for permission to rebuild the building. Mayor Karen Bass said the request is a “slap in the face” and criticized it on social media.
In Illinois, independent candidates for Congress must collect many more signatures than Democrats and Republicans to be on the ballot. This makes it harder for them to run. The state's election rules are being criticized.
A 10‑year‑old boy was swept away by strong waves at a California beach on Saturday. A 16‑year‑old lifeguard, Ryder Williams, ran into the surf and pulled the boy to safety. The boy’s father, Sumit Rai, said he is forever grateful to the teen lifeguard. The rescue was recorded on video and shared widely online.
7 charred bodies found in house with narco gang-related messages
A new study ranked American cities by how happy their residents feel in 2026. Researchers looked at jobs, health, safety, and community life. The city that scored highest was not the biggest or most famous one. The full list shows which places offer the best quality of life.
A town in Newfoundland, Canada, is getting rid of a bad smell. The smell was from old fish sauce. People in St. Mary's can now breathe more easily.
Harvey police said two people were found dead from gunshots inside a home on Thursday. The victims are Jwon L. Martin, a 46‑year‑old woman, and Aaron Jones, a 50‑year‑old man. Both lived in Harvey. Police were called to a house near 150th Street and Vine Avenue.
FBI raids target San Bernardino County supervisor, Ontario councilman, lawyer and media firm
