Florida tribe fights new ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ migrant facility near Everglades homes

LOS ANGELES (AP) Shane Tamura, 27, who killed four people at a Manhattan office tower before taking his own life, had a history of mental health issues, including depression and insomnia, and was reportedly suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). His mother had previously called 911 expressing concerns about his suicidal threats and mental state, leading to hospitalizations prior to the tragic shooting. Want More Context? 🔎

BRUSSELS — NATO has begun coordinating regular deliveries of large weapons packages to Ukraine, following significant contributions from the Netherlands and Sweden for air defense and military aid. As Russia intensifies its attacks, these supplies, primarily sourced from the U.S., are aimed at addressing Ukraine's urgent battlefield needs, with NATO allies preparing packages for rapid deployment. Want More Context? 🔎

The Trump administration, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is terminating 22 mRNA vaccine contracts worth nearly $500 million, including projects aimed at developing vaccines for H5N1. This move has drawn criticism from experts who warn it undermines public health preparedness, as mRNA technology is vital for rapid vaccine development against emerging viruses, despite Kennedy's claims of associated risks. Want More Context? 🔎

Gov. Greg Abbott filed an emergency petition with the Texas Supreme Court to remove state Rep. Gene Wu from office after Wu and other Democrats left Texas to deny Republicans the quorum needed for redistricting efforts. Abbott's lawsuit claims Wu's absence violates the state Constitution, while Wu argues his actions are a fulfillment of his duty to oppose what he calls a racist gerrymandered map. Want More Context? 🔎

Authorities in Florida arrested Michael Rodrigues, 41, at Palm Beach International Airport after finding a loaded AR-15 rifle and multiple knives in a rental vehicle parked in a restricted area. The investigation is ongoing, with no formal charges yet, and officials are working to obtain a search warrant for further examination of the vehicle. Want More Context? 🔎

Four people were killed when a Beechcraft 300 medical transport plane crashed and caught fire while landing at Chinle Municipal Airport in Arizona. The aircraft, owned by CSI Aviation, was en route to pick up a patient, and the cause of the crash is under investigation by the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board. Want More Context? 🔎