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Church Shooter
On Sunday morning around 11 a.m., 31‑year‑old Brian Anthony Browning, dressed in a tactical vest and armed with a rifle and handgun, stepped from his vehicle and began shooting near the entrance of CrossPointe Community Church. Inside, about 150 worshippers were mid-service. Browning fired a round
New York’s state Assembly recently passed a broad package of prison reforms meant to enhance oversight and transparency. However, several lawmakers from the North Country contend the bill falls short of addressing critical concerns—especially regarding prison staff, safety, and contraband control. Here’s a snapshot of the main
Lake Tahoe
* What happened: A 27-foot powerboat capsized near D.L. Bliss State Park after a sudden storm erupted Saturday afternoon. * Casualties: At least six people died, two were injured, and two remain missing. * Conditions: Gale-force winds over 30 knots generated waves up to 8 feet high, catching boaters off
Health Insurer
America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP)—the country’s major health insurer trade group—announced new commitments today aimed at making prior authorization smoother and less burdensome. Prior authorization requires doctors and patients to secure insurance approval before proceeding with many high-cost treatments or services. While it helps curb
Alex Caruso
After winning the 2025 NBA Finals with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Alex Caruso didn’t mince words on media day: “Now I got a real one! Now nobody can say anything!” He implied his 2020 title with the Lakers doesn’t count the same—claiming this latest ring is the
Jake Paul
Ahead of his June 28 match in Anaheim, Jake Paul has praised Julio César Chávez Jr. as the toughest opponent he’s ever faced—and not by a small margin. Despite Chávez’s age (39) and limited activity since 2021, Paul says the former WBC middleweight champion brings “20 years
In May 2024, GOP Rep. Kat Cammack—a staunch pro-life advocate—was diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy, a serious condition where the embryo implants outside the womb and poses a fatal risk if untreated. At around five weeks, doctors recommended methotrexate, a medication that ends nonviable pregnancies. Florida had
The Oklahoma City Thunder closed out Game 7 with a 103–91 win over the Indiana Pacers on June 22 at Paycom Center, claiming their first NBA championship since relocating in 2008—formerly known as the Seattle SuperSonics. This victory also marks seven different champions in seven years, the longest
Kevin Durant
On June 22, the Phoenix Suns traded 15-time All‑Star Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in a major move. In return, Phoenix receives Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, and five second‑round picks . Official processing of the trade will occur
Barry Morphew, 57, faces a second first-degree murder charge for the 2020 disappearance and death of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. A Colorado grand jury indicted him on June 18 after her skeletal remains were discovered in September 2023 in a shallow grave near the couple’s home. Key evidence
Tigers
Matchup & Odds Snapshot * Time & Location: June 21, 12:10 p.m. ET, George M. Steinbrenner Field – Tampa Bay. * Starting Pitchers: * Tigers: Sawyer Gipson‑Long (0–0, 3.97 ERA)—returning from injury, limited to ~4 innings. * Rays: Ryan Pepiot (4–6, 3.11 ERA)—strong recent form with
Kroger
On June 20, Kroger—America’s largest traditional supermarket chain—announced plans to shutter approximately 60 stores nationwide over the next 18 months. These closures target underperforming locations, and Kroger will offer affected employees transfers to nearby stores. This move follows a failed bid to merge with Albertsons, which was