54 days: Kamala Harris has yet to do formal press conference since emerging as Democratic nominee

Two brothers, Charles and Chris Turner, who were wrongfully convicted of a 1984 murder in Washington, D.C., are seeking a presidential pardon to restore their rights. The case involved suppressed evidence, coerced testimony, and investigative errors, leading to the wrongful convictions of the Turners and six other individuals. Despite limitations in career prospects due to their felony records, the brothers remain hopeful about their futures and believe a pardon would validate their innocence and bring...

Jayson Tatum led the Celtics in a stylish team effort during their White House visit, wearing a navy Italian wool three-piece suit with Louis Vuitton accents. The team showcased coordination in shades of blue, with players like Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday complementing Tatum's look. President Biden commended the Celtics for their teamwork and unity, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in achieving success. Full Article

SJSU women’s volleyball coach Melissa Batie-Smoose filed a complaint about a transgender player on her team and was suspended; a high school in northern California faced backlash for having a transgender player on its girls' volleyball team. Notre Dame Belmont canceled a match due to the player, prompting another school's athletic director to warn of consequences. In response, Notre Dame Belmont apologized and vowed to ban spectators who harass individuals, reflecting a statewide issue surrounding...

The Kansas City Royals have bolstered their lineup by acquiring second baseman Jonathan India from the Cincinnati Reds, providing a reliable leadoff hitter and middle infielder to complement star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. In addition to India, the Royals also added outfielder Joey Wiemer in the deal, while sending right-hander Brady Singer to Cincinnati. This trade enhances the Royals' roster by adding depth and talent to their infield and outfield positions, strengthening their overall lineup...

A California infant has died from listeria in an outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, with 11 people infected across four states. Nine have been hospitalized, including seven cases in California. The recalled products, distributed by Yu Shang Food Inc., have led to over 72,000 pounds being recalled due to routine testing uncovering listeria bacteria. Health officials advise returning or throwing away recalled products, cleaning affected areas, and watching for symptoms such...

Robert Miller and his dog Sparky stumbled upon a stash of old German books on an evening walk, which he rescued to prevent damage. After months of investigation, it was revealed that the books belonged to a neighbor who accidentally discarded them. Miller offered the books to the Newberry Library, which accepted them but remains open to returning them if the rightful owner comes forward. Full Article