GoFundMe for Jocelyn Nungaray’s Family Surpasses Goal in Hours

Kavan Markwood, a baseball fan who sustained serious injuries from a 20-foot fall at PNC Park, is making progress in his recovery and has taken his first steps, as reported by his girlfriend's mother, Jennifer Phillips. Despite facing significant challenges, including a broken neck and back, his family remains hopeful and grateful for the public's support during this difficult time. The incident, which occurred during a Pirates-Cubs game, has prompted an outpouring of community goodwill...

The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain interest rates between 4.25% and 4.5% amid pressure from President Trump for lower borrowing costs and uncertainty surrounding his tariffs. Despite strong job growth and a recent GDP decline of 0.3%, Powell emphasizes a cautious approach while evaluating the economic impact of tariffs. The Fed's decision follows Trump's tariffs and a subsequent market fluctuation, highlighting ongoing risks of stagflation and recession as trade negotiations continue. Full Article

Sixteen individuals were arrested and three million fentanyl-laced pills were seized in the largest fentanyl bust in DEA history, according to federal prosecutors. Attorney General Pam Bondi highlighted the operation as a significant victory against drug trafficking, noting the arrest of Sinaloa cartel leader Heriberto Salazar Amaya. The bust also yielded over 400 kilograms of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin, alongside $5 million in cash and firearms, amid the ongoing fight against the opioid crisis...

Over 25 individuals were arrested at the University of Washington after a group named Students United for Palestinian Equality and Return occupied an academic building, demanding the university sever ties with Boeing amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. The university stated charges against the protesters, including trespassing and property destruction, with some injuries reported during arrests. The group is pressing for an end to donations from Boeing and seeks to remove its influence from the university,...

Fighter Jet Lost from USS Harry S. TrumanFor the second time in eight days, a fighter jet was lost in the Red Sea after falling off the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier. The F/A-18F Super Hornet crashed into the sea during a landing attempt on Tuesday night, with the two aviators ejecting safely after a failed arrestment due to a malfunctioning tail hook. This incident follows the loss of another Super Hornet from the...

In Minneapolis, a series of shootings last week resulted in six deaths and five injuries within 24 hours, prompting criticism from Republican attorney general nominee Jim Schultz, who attributed the violence to years of anti-police rhetoric and ineffective leadership. Authorities arrested James Ortley, a 34-year-old gang member, linked to an earlier mass shooting that left four dead; his extensive criminal history raised concerns about law enforcement's current operations. Schultz emphasized the detrimental effects of the...