Take the Greater Boston news quiz: April 4, 2025

The family of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who recently died from a brain-eating amoeba infection in South Carolina, is raising awareness about the risks associated with swimming in freshwater bodies like Lake Murray. His parents expressed their shock and emphasized the need for public education on the dangers of Naegleria fowleri, which can cause primary amebic meningoencephalitis when water enters the nose. Want More Context? 🔎

A man facing drug charges has challenged Alina Habba's authority as the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey, prompting a federal judge to pause his trial and transfer the case to Pennsylvania. This legal dispute arises after President Trump appointed Habba, whose nomination was withdrawn after a panel of judges selected another attorney, raising questions about the legitimacy of her prosecutorial actions. Want More Context? 🔎

Following Jeffrey Epstein's death in August 2019, Attorney General William Barr and other officials asserted that surveillance footage showed no one entered his cell area, supporting the suicide conclusion. However, a CBS News analysis revealed discrepancies between the officials' claims and the video evidence, raising doubts about the investigation's integrity and the handling of Epstein's status as a suicide risk. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump has given Russia a 10-day deadline to reach a ceasefire agreement with Ukraine, warning of potential secondary sanctions if a deal isn't made by August 8. Expressing frustration with Vladimir Putin's actions, Trump shortened his original 50-day deadline and emphasized the need for immediate progress, indicating disappointment with the ongoing conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

A Florida mother, Marianne Isnar, was arrested for allegedly leaving her two children in a hot car for 25 minutes while shopping at a Dollar Tree, causing the car's temperature to reach 100 degrees. Charged with child neglect, Isnar was released on a $1,500 bond, and the Lee County Sheriff emphasized the importance of accountability in protecting children's safety. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump's administration proposed revoking the EPA's 2009 "endangerment finding," which deemed greenhouse gases a threat to public health, thus undermining key climate regulations. Critics argue this move could dismantle protections against climate change and harm public health, while supporters claim it's essential for economic deregulation. Want More Context? 🔎