A rat in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, has tested positive for the plague after being discovered dead by a homeowner. This incident comes after four confirmed cases of the plague in dogs in the region.
A judge has mandated that E. Jean Carroll receive $5.8 million from former President Donald Trump, stemming from a jury's 2023 ruling of sexual abuse and defamation. The payment, which has been held in escrow, is now required to be disbursed following the judge's comments on delays in the case.
Mr. Platner has withdrawn from the Senate race in Maine following a rape accusation. This situation adds uncertainty to a race deemed critical by both major political parties.
Brandon Baker, aged 17, has been identified as the suspect in a stabbing incident involving his parents in Baldwin County, Alabama. His mother, Samantha Baker, was killed, and his father, Lance Baker, was severely injured.
Caitlin Clark made her return from injury in a game where the Indiana Fever lost 106-92 to the Los Angeles Sparks. Clark played only 16 minutes and struggled to find her rhythm, while Kelsey Mitchell scored 29 points for the Fever. The Sparks, despite missing key players, performed well, particularly from three-point range.
During the NATO summit, US President Donald Trump stated his intention to remove Syria from the state sponsor of terrorism list. This announcement marks a significant shift in US policy towards Syria.
Graham Platner has suspended his Senate campaign, prompting the Maine Democratic Party to search for a replacement candidate. They have less than three weeks to find someone to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Graham Platner has suspended his Senate campaign, prompting the Maine Democratic Party to search for a replacement candidate. They have a limited timeframe of less than three weeks to find someone to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
A US court has decided that Donald Trump's name will stay off the Kennedy Center's facade and signage during the ongoing appeal process. This ruling follows a prior judicial order for the name's removal.
A fan wearing Cubs gear entered the field during the bottom of the ninth inning of the Cubs-Orioles game. This event took place just before the final out was recorded.
Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, has defended the museum against a White House report that criticizes its leadership and mission. The report claims the museum has shifted towards political activism, a characterization Bunch disputes, asserting the museum's commitment to accurate historical scholarship. The Organization of American Historians has also condemned the report, stating it undermines the museum's efforts to reflect diverse American histories.
Chicago has been reported as the city with the highest per capita rate of bedbug infestations in the US. Contributing factors include dense housing, high turnover rates, and warm summer temperatures.
In a span of two weeks, US President Donald Trump has publicly denounced communism more than 80 times. This increase in rhetoric has prompted discussions regarding the reasons for his heightened focus on the issue.
FBI agents found two children living in unsanitary conditions during a search related to threats against the White House. The children were reported to have bruises and bug bites, and the home did not have running water.
President Donald Trump indicated he is unaware of Senator Mitch McConnell's health status, as McConnell remains hospitalized since June 14, 2026. While some Republican leaders have conveyed optimism about his condition, there are calls for more transparency from McConnell's team and Kentucky officials.
A federal agent shot and killed an individual at a hotel in Memphis on July 8, 2026. The incident was reported by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
The Maine Democratic Party's state committee has approved a convention to select a replacement for Senate candidate Graham Platner, who is facing allegations of misconduct. The convention will include 500 delegates and is the first of its kind for replacing a statewide nominee in Maine. Party officials have stated that they will provide further details on the nomination process soon.
Graham Platner has announced his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race following allegations of sexual assault. His exit poses challenges for the Democratic Party as they seek to replace him with a new candidate ahead of the upcoming election. Several potential candidates have already emerged to fill the nomination.
Graham Platner has suspended his Senate campaign in Maine following sexual assault allegations made against him. The Maine Democratic Party must now select a replacement candidate by July 27 to face Republican Senator Susan Collins. Platner's decision comes after losing support from key Democratic leaders and amid internal party conflict.
Graham Platner has dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault allegation led to significant Democratic support withdrawal. He denied the claims and stated his exit was due to resource loss. The Maine Democratic Party will now need to select a new candidate before the July 27 deadline.
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