Walmart becomes biggest company to roll back DEI policies

Yeonsoo Go, a South Korean student at Purdue University, was arrested by ICE after a visa hearing in Manhattan, amid claims of overstaying her visa, which her attorney disputes. Community members are rallying for her release, highlighting her contributions and the emotional toll on her family as she is detained in Louisiana while her immigration status is reviewed. Want More Context? 🔎

In Perkinston, Mississippi, Army veteran John Richard finds healing from PTSD through his bond with a spider monkey named Louie at the Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary, founded by fellow veteran April Stewart. The sanctuary, which houses various rescued primates, serves as a therapeutic retreat for veterans, fostering trust and emotional recovery through animal care and companionship. Want More Context? 🔎

Police in Chicago's River North neighborhood are warning residents about a series of violent robberies targeting mainly intoxicated individuals, with at least four incidents reported between June 16 and July 6. Victims, like Tori Ledzema, have been attacked and threatened for access to their phones and financial apps, prompting police investigations and heightened caution among locals. Want More Context? 🔎

Miami's sailing community mourns the loss of a third child following a tragic collision between a sailboat and a barge in Biscayne Bay, which occurred on July 28. The incident, involving five girls and a 19-year-old woman, left two girls dead at the hospital, with a 10-year-old later succumbing to injuries, prompting a comprehensive Coast Guard investigation. Want More Context? 🔎

A tragic incident occurred near the entrance to Denali National Park in Alaska when a vehicle struck a moose, resulting in the death of a 24-year-old Bulgarian driver and injuring a female passenger from North Macedonia. The National Park Service is investigating the accident, which highlights the dangers of wildlife on Alaska's roads, particularly during low visibility conditions. Want More Context? 🔎

During evening rush hour on a Monday in New York City, a gunman named Shane Devon Tamura shot and killed four people in a Park Avenue office building, marking the deadliest mass shooting in the city since 2000. The NYPD responded swiftly, deploying specialized units and technology to locate Tamura, who eventually took his own life on the 33rd floor of the building. Want More Context? 🔎