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Mayor Mamdani Not Allowed to Speak at Funeral of Army Sergeant Killed in Attack

Mayor Zohran Mamdani was not allowed to speak at the funeral of Army Sgt. Angel Sarah Rampersad, who was killed in an Iranian attack. Mamdani attended the service in Ozone Park, New York, but his name was not called to deliver remarks, as Rampersad's family sought to avoid political distractions. Governor Kathy Hochul also spoke at the service, honoring Rampersad's sacrifice.

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Scott Galloway Critiques NYC Mayor's Property Owner Database

Scott Galloway, a prominent liberal podcaster, criticized NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's database identifying wealthy property owners potentially subject to a new tax, stating it could lead to harassment. The database was released by the city's Department of Finance, which noted that its publication complies with state law. Mamdani's office defended the database as a standard practice for property tax rolls.

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The Daily Beast

Pima County Sheriff’s Department Releases Ransom Notes in Nancy Guthrie Case

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has released two ransom notes related to the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing for nearly six months. The notes contain demands for payment and information about her condition, with the second note indicating her death shortly after the abduction. Investigators are seeking information about an unidentified male seen in footage from the night of her disappearance.

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Daily Wire

Colorado Town Declared Abandoned After Local Government Resignation

Hartman, a Colorado town, has been declared abandoned after its last elected officials resigned, leaving the community without a functioning government. The declaration was made by Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold in response to a resident's petition regarding the town's failing water system. The Prowers County Board of County Commissioners will now oversee the town's infrastructure.

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Seattle Mayor Appoints Andre Sayles as Interim Police Chief Following Resignation of Shon Barnes

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has appointed Andre Sayles as the interim police chief following the resignation of Shon Barnes, who stepped down after a shooting at a food festival. Sayles, a former police chief in Wisconsin, will lead the department as it continues to investigate the incident and enhance safety measures at public events. Mayor Wilson is also seeking a permanent replacement for Barnes with community involvement in the selection process.

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Fox News — Politics

Seattle Mayor Appoints Andre Sayles as Interim Police Chief Following Resignation of Shon Barnes

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has appointed Andre Sayles as the interim police chief following the resignation of Shon Barnes, who stepped down after a shooting incident at a food festival. Sayles, who has prior experience as a police chief, will oversee the ongoing investigation into the shooting and ensure increased safety measures at public events. The mayor is also seeking a permanent replacement for Barnes with community involvement in the selection process.

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New York Post

Family Seeks Man Who Warned Them of House Fire in Las Vegas

A Las Vegas family is looking for a man who alerted them to a house fire by banging on their door and shouting a warning. The man also tried to fight the fire with a garden hose before leaving the area.

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Family Escapes House Fire Thanks to Unknown Stranger's Warning

A Las Vegas family escaped a house fire on July 5 thanks to an unidentified stranger who alerted them to the danger. The stranger not only warned the family but also attempted to extinguish the flames. The family is now seeking to thank the man for his actions, which they believe prevented a more serious incident.

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Washington Examiner

Seattle Police Chief Resigns Following Criticism of Shooting Response

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has resigned following criticism of the police response to a shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival that left three dead. Mayor Katie Wilson announced his resignation and appointed Deputy Chief Andre Sayles as interim chief. A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the shooting, which is believed to be gang-related.

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New York Times — US

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes Resigns Following Festival Shooting

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has resigned following a shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival. His resignation is part of a broader conversation regarding public safety and law enforcement's role in managing large events.

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Washington Examiner

U.S. Investigators Link Cyberattack on Minnesota Water Systems to Iranian Hackers

U.S. investigators have linked a recent cyberattack on Minnesota water systems to Iranian hackers, according to preliminary analyses. The attacks targeted automated systems at various water facilities but did not affect water quality. Local officials are now addressing the implications of these attacks in political campaigns, emphasizing the need for improved cybersecurity in municipal infrastructure.

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New York Post

Truck driver rescued after collision with building on Pacific Coast Highway

A truck driver was rescued following a crash into a commercial building on Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades on July 30, 2026. The accident occurred around 11:30 a.m., causing severe damage to the truck's cab, prompting a response from emergency services.

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standard.co.uk

London's Population Declines by 400,000 as Residents Move to Other Regions

London's population has decreased by over 400,000 people in the past year, marking the first significant decline since 1988, excluding the Covid pandemic. The Office for National Statistics reported that more residents are moving to other regions in search of better living conditions, resulting in a net outflow of 131,961 people. Despite more births than deaths, the overall population fell to 9,122,909.

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