Man charged after alleged hit and run in Milton kills woman

A new Instagram feature called Instagram Map allows users to share their real-time location with selected friends, raising privacy concerns among experts. Although the feature is off by default and requires user consent to activate, experts warn that many users may not fully understand their privacy settings, potentially exposing them to safety risks. Want More Context? 🔎

The suspect in a deadly Montana bar shooting, Michael Brown, 45, has been captured after a weeklong manhunt following the August 1 incident in Anaconda that left four people dead. Authorities noted Brown's history of mental illness and PTSD from military service, and local residents described him as unstable yet not previously violent, mourning the loss of the victims, including beloved bartender Nancy Kelley. Want More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump is set for a tentative summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, potentially granting Moscow a diplomatic victory amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, redistricting battles intensify as Texas Republicans push for new congressional maps, prompting Democrats to consider countermeasures in states like Illinois, California, and New York. Want More Context? 🔎

Some economists warn that President Trump's recent tariffs, which raised the average tariff rate to 18%, may lead the U.S. towards stagflation, characterized by high inflation and low GDP growth. Although current economic growth remains strong, inflation is expected to rise, and potential job market impacts from higher import costs could further complicate the economic landscape. Want More Context? 🔎

Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Richard Blumenthal urged Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to discontinue Instagram's new Map feature due to user privacy concerns, particularly regarding children's safety. While Meta claims location sharing is opt-in, users reported automatic sharing without consent, prompting the senators to stress the need for better protections for minors online. Want More Context? 🔎

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has appointed Ed Martin, former interim U.S. attorney for D.C., as a special attorney to investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James and Sen. Adam Schiff over mortgage fraud allegations. Both have denied wrongdoing amid ongoing probes into James’ office and Schiff’s response to accusations from Trump. Want More Context? 🔎