A Massachusetts jury acquitted Karen Read of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, after a retrial, finding her not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter, while convicting her of operating under the influence, leading to a one-year probation sentence. Read’s defense argued she did not hit O’Keefe, claiming he was attacked by others, while the O’Keefe family expressed disappointment in the verdict, citing a miscarriage of justice.
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Vice President JD Vance is visiting Los Angeles to tour a federal law enforcement operations center and meet with Marines amid ongoing protests over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, following President Trump's decision to federalize troops for security. Despite increased enforcement efforts, ICE has not met its target of 3,000 daily arrests, averaging about 1,200, while Trump also focuses on international issues, including the Israel-Iran conflict. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" airs on CBS Sundays at 9:00 a.m. ET, with streaming available on the CBS News app from 11:00 a.m. ET. Hosted by Jane Pauley, this episode features a discussion with Sen. Lisa Murkowski about her new memoir, highlights the reopening of the Waldorf Astoria, and explores the artistic modifications by Jason Jones on thrift store art. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreSen. John Hoffman remains in critical condition following a shooting incident at his home on June 14, where he and his wife, Yvette, were attacked by suspected gunman Vance Boelter, who is also accused of murdering fellow legislator Melissa Hortman. The Hoffmans shared their harrowing experience and expressed gratitude for community support, highlighting the dangers public officials face. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA Florida father, Scott Allen Gardner, 33, was arrested for aggravated manslaughter and child neglect after his 18-month-old son, Sebastian, died from heat exposure in a hot car while Gardner went for a haircut and drinks. The incident, which led to the toddler's body temperature reaching 111 degrees, marks the seventh hot car death this year in Florida. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA fugitive, 29-year-old Sedric Stevenson, who escaped while being transported from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to face multiple charges in Kentucky, has been captured after six weeks on the run. U.S. Marshals apprehended him in Seattle, emphasizing that justice will prevail regardless of the time or distance involved. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA federal appeals court ruled that American taxpayers will not fund President Trump's $83 million defamation appeal against E. Jean Carroll, denying his request for Justice Department representation. A New York jury previously ordered Trump to pay Carroll for defaming her after he denied her sexual assault allegations, with oral arguments for the appeal scheduled for June 24. Need More Context? 🔎
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