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The Minnesota state senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot 17 times during an assassination attempt by Vance Luther Boelter, who later killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. The Hoffmans survived due to their daughter's quick actions, while Boelter faces multiple charges, including murder, after a violent spree targeting lawmakers. Need More Context? 🔎

The brother-in-law of notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader "El Mencho," José González Valencia, was sentenced to 30 years in U.S. federal prison for orchestrating a drug trafficking operation and providing weapons to cartels. This follows recent sanctions on CJNG leaders by the State Department, reflecting ongoing efforts to dismantle the cartel's operations amid increasing cooperation from Mexican officials. Need More Context? 🔎

Meta has partnered with Oakley to launch the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses, designed for athletes and fans, starting at $399. Featuring hands-free video recording, Bluetooth speakers, and a personal AI assistant, the glasses will be promoted by sports stars like Kylian Mbappé and Patrick Mahomes, with a full lineup arriving this summer. Need More Context? 🔎

Sara Burack, a 40-year-old realtor and star of Netflix's "Million Dollar Beach House," was killed in an apparent hit-and-run in Hampton Bays, New York, on Thursday. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene after Burack was found unconscious and later pronounced dead at the hospital; she had been a luxury real estate agent for over a decade. Need More Context? 🔎

In Butler, Ohio, a summer camp provides respite for 36 wounded Palestinian children and their families, organized by the nonprofit HEAL Palestine amid the ongoing Gaza war. The camp allows children like 7-year-old Qamar Alkordi, who lost a leg in a bombing, to play and find community while coping with their injuries and the realities of life in Gaza, where thousands of children have been killed or injured. Need More Context? 🔎

Vance Boelter, 57, faces multiple murder charges after fatally shooting Minnesota lawmakers Melissa Hortman and her husband, and seriously injuring Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, during separate attacks. Court documents reveal Boelter's troubling mindset, as he had warned his family about potential threats and left evidence linking him to the crime scene, prompting ongoing police investigations. Need More Context? 🔎