This week on “Sunday Morning” (June 22)

The 2012 murder of University of Florida freshman Christian Aguilar shocked his community, and over a decade later, the case revealed an alleged scheme by convicted killer Pedro Bravo, orchestrated from prison to overturn his conviction. This involved false testimonies and a complex plot that emerged when connections between Bravo and accomplices were uncovered, leading to guilty pleas for fraud and perjury in 2025. Need More Context? 🔎

Tiffany Henyard, the former Democratic mayor of Dolton, Illinois, has announced a "tell-all" autobiography titled "Standing on Business," priced at $99, amid ongoing legal troubles from her controversial tenure. As she faces lawsuits and scrutiny over public records, constituents have expressed skepticism about her new venture, with some suggesting it is a money-making scheme following her electoral defeat and past corruption investigations. Need More Context? 🔎

A federal judge denied R. Kelly's motion to be released to home confinement amid serious allegations, including a purported assassination attempt by prison officials, which his lawyers claim involved offering another inmate freedom in exchange for killing him. Kelly, serving a 30-year sentence for racketeering and sex trafficking, has been hospitalized for a medication overdose and is currently in solitary confinement, while his attorney seeks a presidential pardon. Need More Context? 🔎

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? 🔎

Sen. 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? 🔎

A 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? 🔎