Peter Wang, teen Junior ROTC cadet killed in Parkland shooting, honored as West Point 2025 graduate

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? 🔎

DENVER — A federal judge has permitted prosecutors to pursue a hate crime charge against Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, who allegedly attacked a pro-Israeli demonstration in Boulder, injuring at least eight people. Soliman, driven by anti-Zionist sentiments, faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, while his family's deportation has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge. Need More Context? 🔎

Emma SaundersCulture reporterIn a legal battle involving Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, a judge ruled that messages between Lively and Taylor Swift about the film set of *It Ends With Us* are relevant and must be shared. Lively, who has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment, argues he is exploiting Swift's popularity for distraction; the case is set for trial in March 2026. Need More Context? 🔎

A new video challenges the narrative surrounding Arturo Gamboa, a 24-year-old protester arrested for murder after a shooting at a Salt Lake City rally, where he allegedly pointed an assault rifle at a crowd; however, the video shows him pointing the weapon down and retreating from gunfire. Gamboa's supporters, insisting he is non-violent, question the actions of the safety volunteers involved and await the District Attorney's decision on potential charges. Need More Context? 🔎