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The pursuit of pardons from President Trump has evolved into a lucrative industry, with lobbying firms reportedly receiving offers as high as $5 million to facilitate cases. Many of the clemency recipients are wealthy individuals, including celebrities and former politicians, raising concerns about Trump's detachment from everyday voters. Meanwhile, an incendiary attack injured demonstrators in Colorado advocating for Israeli hostages, Ukraine claims a major drone strike against Russian bombers, and veterans express frustration over the...

Summary of Shooting Incident in North CarolinaOn Sunday morning, a shooting at a party in the Mountain View community of western North Carolina left one person dead and 11 others injured, according to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office. The deceased, identified as 58-year-old Shawn Patrick Hood, was among multiple victims shot by more than one assailant, using various firearms, following a previous noise complaint at the residence. Authorities are investigating the motive, which may involve...

Manuel Pinzon, a 77-year-old grandfather from Dacula, Georgia, died heroically while saving his twin granddaughters from a falling tree limb during their outdoor play. On Wednesday, as the girls returned to check on a baby deer, a heavy limb fell, striking Pinzon, who pushed the girls to safety but suffered fatal injuries. Pinzon, remembered as a great influence and beloved figure, leaves behind two daughters, five grandchildren, and a lasting legacy of love and sacrifice....

Business owners in Kansas City, Missouri, are expressing frustration over rising crime rates, with the city recently ranked the eighth-most dangerous in the U.S. for 2024. Andrew Cameron, founder of Donutology, reported multiple break-ins at his stores, highlighting inadequate police response and the financial strain on small businesses. Personal injury attorney Suzanne Hale-Robinson echoed these concerns, noting an increase in vehicle break-ins and the need for private security due to insufficient law enforcement presence, emphasizing...

Newark Airport Runway ReopeningNewark Liberty International Airport will reopen runway 4L-22R on Monday, which had been closed for rehabilitation since April 15, contributing to travel delays. The $121 million project involved significant upgrades and was deemed safe by the FAA, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy highlighting its importance in reducing congestion ahead of the summer travel season. Despite the reopening, future closures will occur for further improvements, while ongoing issues with air traffic control communications...

Patricia Krenwinkel Parole UpdateA California state parole board has recommended parole for Patricia Krenwinkel, a follower of Charles Manson, for the second time. Krenwinkel, 77, is serving a life sentence for her involvement in the 1969 murders of Sharon Tate and four others, as well as the LaBianca couple. Despite the parole recommendation, it requires approval from the Board of Parole Hearings and California Governor Gavin Newsom, who previously denied her parole in 2022; this...