Separate shootings near New Orleans parade route leave 2 dead, 10 wounded

The Justice Department has sued New York City and Mayor Eric Adams, challenging the city's sanctuary laws for undocumented immigrants, claiming they obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The suit cites specific city policies and incidents, urging a review of the laws to ensure public safety while maintaining support for immigrant communities. Want More Context? 🔎

Late July offers stargazers the rare opportunity to witness three meteor showers simultaneously: the Alpha Capricornids, Southern Delta Aquariids, and Perseids, with peak activity on July 30. The moon's early setting will enhance visibility, and the best viewing times are late at night, particularly for the Perseids, expected to peak around August 12. Want More Context? 🔎

The Federal Communications Commission approved Skydance Media's $8 billion acquisition of Paramount Global, which includes CBS, Paramount Pictures, and Nickelodeon. Chairman Brendan Carr welcomed the deal, emphasizing the need for change in the media landscape, while Commissioner Anna Gomez opposed it, arguing it would undermine press freedom. Want More Context? 🔎

Heavy rainfall in Ruidoso, New Mexico, has led to significant flash flooding, prompting road closures and multiple rescues, though no injuries or fatalities have been reported. This summer's storms have exacerbated flooding risks in the area, particularly following past wildfires that have stripped the landscape of vegetation, with additional flood warnings issued for nearby regions. Want More Context? 🔎

Hunter Marquez, a 22-year-old Air Force Academy cadet who earned dual degrees, faced a setback in their dream to serve after the Supreme Court upheld a ban on transgender troops initiated by President Trump. Following this, Marquez joined a lawsuit challenging the ban, advocating for the rights of transgender individuals to serve in the military. Want More Context? 🔎

A 22-year-old graduate student, Eliotte Heinz, from Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin, was found dead in the Mississippi River after being reported missing on Sunday. Her family expressed devastation at her loss, while the police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, awaiting autopsy results. Want More Context? 🔎