D.W. Griffith’s ‘The Birth of a Nation’ premieres – Chicago Tribune

The Chelan County Sheriff's Office is scaling back the search for Travis Decker, the father accused of murdering his three daughters, who were found dead on June 2, after going missing during a visit with him. While the investigation continues, officials emphasize that Decker, wanted for three counts of first-degree murder, is considered armed and dangerous, urging anyone with information to call 911. Want More Context? 🔎

A new trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union will raise tariffs on EU imports to 15%, impacting economic growth in the EU, which is projected to see a 0.2% GDP decline. While the deal enhances U.S. access to the EU market and includes commitments for significant energy purchases, it has drawn criticism for being unbalanced, with fears of further trade tensions looming. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump has requested a US court to expedite Rupert Murdoch's deposition in his $10 billion lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, which published a piece alleging Trump wrote a questionable birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein. Trump's lawyers emphasized Murdoch's advanced age and recent health concerns as reasons for the urgent deposition, while the Journal stands by its reporting and prepares to defend itself. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump's effort to keep Alina Habba as New Jersey's acting U.S. attorney has sparked a legal challenge from Julien Giraud Jr., who claims her appointment violates the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Giraud's lawyer argues that Habba's reappointment is unconstitutional, as federal judges recently designated Desiree Leigh Grace to temporarily fill the role, leading to confusion over leadership in the U.S. Attorney's Office. Want More Context? 🔎

The Brink couple, Clinton, 43, and Cristen, 41, were tragically killed at Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas while protecting their two daughters, aged 9 and 7, who were unharmed. A manhunt is underway for a suspect described as a white male seen near the park, and authorities urge anyone with information or footage to come forward as the family seeks privacy and justice. Want More Context? 🔎

A tropical storm in the central Pacific rapidly intensified into Hurricane Iona, located 895 miles southeast of Honolulu, with no immediate threat to Hawaii. Expected to move westward, Iona was a Category 1 hurricane anticipated to strengthen to Category 2 before gradually weakening later in the week. Want More Context? 🔎