Chicago-area residents, charities step up LA wildfire relief efforts – NBC Chicago

A bull moose near the Goodman Mountain trail in New York's Adirondacks, which led to the trail's closure due to its unusual behavior and deteriorating health, was euthanized after wildlife officials determined its condition was severe and unlikely to improve. A necropsy will be conducted to investigate the causes of its decline, while the area remains under study to assess moose foraging behavior and habitat. Want More Context? 🔎

A new tax on university endowments, signed into law by President Trump, will significantly increase financial burdens on the wealthiest U.S. colleges, including Harvard and Yale, by imposing rates up to 8% based on asset size per student. This could lead to staff layoffs, hiring freezes, and reduced financial aid for lower-income students as institutions adjust to increased tax liabilities amidst declining federal funding. Want More Context? 🔎

A UCLA library user, Jeffery Ying, has been charged with stealing rare Chinese manuscripts valued at $216,000 by checking them out and replacing them with fake copies, using various aliases. Following an investigation revealing his activities, including returning dummy manuscripts and traveling to China, law enforcement discovered evidence of his scheme, and if convicted, he faces up to 10 years in federal prison. Want More Context? 🔎

The Trump administration has increased the reward for the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to $50 million, accusing him of narco-trafficking and involvement with cartels in flooding the U.S. with fentanyl-laced cocaine. Despite previous indictments and a significant bounty, Maduro remains in power, with Venezuelan officials dismissing the reward as political propaganda. Want More Context? 🔎

The internet is currently expressing disdain for the "stomp clap hey" indie folk genre, a nostalgic symbol of the Obama era, with a resurgence of critiques sparked by a viral clip of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros performing "Home." While some view this genre as a lighthearted escape, others associate it with cultural issues and gentrification, reflecting a broader commentary on millennial nostalgia. Want More Context? 🔎

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger has declared a local emergency due to the rapidly spreading Canyon Fire, which has burned nearly 5,000 acres and prompted multiple evacuation orders. The proclamation aims to expedite firefighting resources and coordination to protect lives and infrastructure in affected communities. Want More Context? 🔎