Biden campaign targets Latino voters for Copa América, Trump team says effort is “a waste of time and money”

A federal judge awarded nearly $2 million in damages to the mother and son of Ulises Valladares, a Texas man killed by an FBI agent during a botched rescue attempt in 2018. The judge determined that the agent, Gavin Lappe, was negligent in shooting Valladares, who was bound and blindfolded, without confirming his target. Despite Lappe being protected by qualified immunity, the judge ruled that he was the sole cause of Valladares' death due to...

In Greece, the charity MOm has helped nurse back to health dozens of Mediterranean monk seals, like Panagis, who was found struggling in Cyprus and is almost ready to return to the wild. Conservation efforts have led to a remarkable recovery of the species, with nearly half of the global population of 800 living in Greek waters. MOm's rehabilitation center has cared for about 40 seals, preparing them for release back into the wild after...

A brush fire in Westhampton Beach, NY, has burned 400 acres and is now 80% contained after prompting a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a prohibition on most outdoor fires in Long Island due to dry conditions, with investigators working to determine the fire's cause. Two commercial buildings were affected, with two fire personnel sustaining injuries, as conditions are expected to improve with rain forecasted later...

A civilian aircraft violated a temporary flight restriction near President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate and was escorted out by NORAD's F-16 fighter aircraft on Sunday. The aircraft, which was flying above Palm Beach, Florida, was safely removed from the area with the use of flares. NORAD has responded to over 20 similar incidents since Trump's inauguration, emphasizing the importance of adhering to TFR procedures for flight safety and national security. Full Article

The Patriots have signed Harold Landry to a three-year, $43.5 million contract with $26 million guaranteed, boosting their pass rush. Landry, a former standout at Boston College, has been a consistent pass-rusher with 31.5 sacks over the last three seasons and familiarity with head coach Mike Vrabel. His arrival addresses New England's defensive needs after a lackluster 2024 season, where they struggled with sacks and takeaways. Full Article

A new agreement has been reached to end wildcat strikes by New York State correctional officers, with officers expected to return to work following negotiations with state officials and the union. The agreement includes a 90-day pause on some provisions of the HALT Act and allows for the closure of prison sections if staffing shortages reach 30 percent. The strikes, which led to the deployment of National Guard troops and multiple prisoner deaths, have resulted...