Judge temporarily blocks further construction of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center

A brush fire, known as the Canyon Fire, ignited east of Lake Piru in Ventura County, California, on Thursday, quickly expanding from 50 acres to over 1,000 and prompting evacuations in the area. This fire is one of at least four active in Southern California, as wildfires continue to escalate in the state, with more than 4,400 reported and over 221,100 acres burned this year. Want More Context? 🔎

Three new victims of the 9/11 terror attacks have been identified by New York City officials, including Ryan Fitzgerald, Barbara Keating, and an unnamed woman, bringing the total identified victims to 1,653. Despite the passage of nearly 25 years, efforts continue to identify the remaining victims, with approximately 1,100 still unidentified. Want More Context? 🔎

A gunman in northeastern Pennsylvania shot and killed his neighbor, Laurie Wasko, before ambushing responding state troopers, injuring two. The suspect, Carmine Faino, was later shot dead by law enforcement after he posed a continued threat; the injured troopers and an EMT are in stable condition, with one officer credited for applying a tourniquet to his partner. Want More Context? 🔎

Disney and Lucasfilm have settled a lawsuit with Gina Carano, who alleged wrongful termination from "The Mandalorian" for her right-wing social media posts. The settlement's terms are unclear, but both parties expressed a desire to move forward, with Carano thanking Elon Musk for funding her legal battle. Want More Context? 🔎

As temperatures rise, dogs are at risk for heat-related issues such as heatstroke and dehydration, necessitating vigilant care from their owners. Veterinarians recommend various cooling products, including dog pools, water sprayers, fans, and cooling mats, to help maintain a safe temperature for pets during hot weather. Want More Context? 🔎

The Arizona man, Cudjoe Young, accused of targeting exotic dancers in gunpoint robberies and later murdering one victim, Mercedes Vega, has repeatedly reversed his decisions on plea deals, ultimately rejecting offers that would have resulted in reduced sentences. Young, facing up to 36 years in prison, has pleaded not guilty, and Vega's family believes her murder was to silence her as she was set to testify in the robbery cases. Want More Context? 🔎