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The Defense Department has informed transgender service members that they must choose to separate voluntarily or face involuntary separation, which many, including Navy commander Emily Shilling, view as coercive. Following a Supreme Court ruling allowing the enforcement of a ban on transgender military service, over 1,000 trans service members have begun separation, with concerns over benefits and discharge characterizations remaining unresolved. Need More Context? 🔎

A man, Trenton Abston, has been charged with attempted kidnapping, stalking, and aggravated criminal trespass after being apprehended near Memphis Mayor Paul Young's home, equipped with a Taser, gloves, rope, and duct tape. The incident, which has raised concerns about violence against elected officials following recent attacks in Minnesota, highlights the need for heightened security and community discourse. Need More Context? 🔎

FreshRealm recalls chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals due to listeria outbreakFreshRealm is voluntarily recalling refrigerated chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals linked to a listeria outbreak that has resulted in 17 illnesses and three deaths across 13 states. Consumers are advised to discard these products or return them, and to clean any surfaces that may have come into contact with them. Need More Context? 🔎

Minnesota man Vance Boelter was arrested after allegedly assassinating Rep. Melissa Hortman and shooting Sen. John Hoffman. His capture followed a large manhunt sparked by a police sergeant's intuition, leading to the discovery of a notebook listing other targeted politicians and multiple firearms in his vehicle. Need More Context? 🔎

Emerson Colindres, a 19-year-old high school graduate detained by ICE during a routine check-in, was deported to Honduras, a country he left at age eight to escape violence. His case highlights the broader issue of law-abiding immigrant students being swept up in enforcement actions, sparking protests from his community in Cincinnati who mourned his departure and advocated for his release. Need More Context? 🔎

Heavy rain and a rock slide have closed a section of Interstate 40 in the Great Smoky Mountains, impacting travel between Tennessee and North Carolina. Crews are working to clear the debris from a section affected by flooding, with a permanent fix expected to take years, while detours are limited due to road conditions in the area. Need More Context? 🔎