2 more human cases of West Nile virus confirmed in Mass., bringing total to 6

Residents near Green Isle, Minnesota, reacted to an intense police manhunt that led to the arrest of neighbor Vance Boelter. Wendy Thomas spotted him hiding near a culvert while visiting a neighbor, alerted authorities, and Boelter was taken into custody shortly after; neighbors expressed shock, noting his previously amiable demeanor. Need More Context? 🔎

Former Sen. Bob Menendez is reporting to prison to serve an 11-year sentence for federal bribery charges, with expectations to be housed in a minimum-security facility in Pennsylvania. He was convicted last year for accepting bribes in exchange for political favors, and despite maintaining his innocence, he has resigned from the Senate and is seeking a pardon from President Trump. Need More Context? 🔎

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals will hear California's challenge to the Trump administration's federalization of the National Guard amid protests over immigration enforcement in Los Angeles. A lower court had issued a temporary restraining order to return control of the National Guard to Governor Gavin Newsom, citing illegal actions by Trump, but an appeal granted a stay on that order. Need More Context? 🔎

A WalletHub study ranks Provo, Utah, as the best-run city in the U.S. due to its strong business growth, high school graduation rate, and low crime rate, followed by Nampa, Idaho, and Manchester, New Hampshire. The analysis evaluated 148 cities based on metrics of public services, financial health, and effective budget use to determine overall city management quality. Need More Context? 🔎

Dr. Salvador Plasencia has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distributing ketamine in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose death, which occurred on October 28, 2023. Plasencia's plea agreement reveals he provided the drug to Perry and his assistant, admitting that his actions fell below medical standards, while other defendants in the case also face charges related to the distribution of ketamine. Need More Context? 🔎

The Edmonton Oilers are striving to win the Stanley Cup, aiming to end a Canadian drought since 1993, as they face the Florida Panthers in Miami for Game 6. With a history of heartbreak, many Canadians, united in support, hope for an Oilers victory, viewing the team as "Canada's team" amidst a backdrop of US-Canada sports rivalry. Need More Context? 🔎