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Washington Examiner

Minneapolis City Council Votes to Repeal Bathhouse Ban

The Minneapolis City Council has voted to repeal a decades-old ban on adult bathhouses, with nine members in favor of the repeal. The decision aims to establish a licensing framework for bathhouses and amend health codes related to contagious diseases. The repeal reflects a shift in public health perspectives since the original ban was enacted during the AIDS epidemic.

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dailystar.co.uk

Parents Charged with Murder Following Death of Son Weighing 255 Pounds

Damien and Jessica O'Brien have been charged with second-degree murder and child abuse following the death of their seven-year-old son, Casper, who weighed 255 pounds. Emergency services were called to their home in Flint Township, Michigan, where Casper was found unresponsive. The couple is accused of neglect and failing to provide medical care for their son.

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Fox News — Latest

Alex Murdaugh Returns to Court for Status Hearing Amid Clerk Scandal

Alex Murdaugh's murder case will return to court for a status hearing in Lexington County, South Carolina, following the overturning of his convictions due to a clerk scandal. The hearing will address procedural matters as Murdaugh's defense seeks a change of venue and prepares for a potential retrial. The South Carolina Supreme Court has remanded the case for new proceedings, with the state aiming to expedite the retrial process.

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Washington Examiner

Two Venezuelan Nationals Sentenced for ATM Hacking Scheme

Carlos Javier Padron and Oddry Arnoldo Cabrera Torrealba have been sentenced to 78 months in prison for their roles in an ATM hacking scheme that resulted in millions of dollars being stolen. The two are linked to the Tren de Aragua crime syndicate, and their actions are part of a broader investigation that has led to multiple indictments related to financial crimes.

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New York Post

Bull rider hospitalized after being injured at NYC rodeo event

A bull rider, aged 25, was hospitalized following an incident at a rodeo event in New York City where he was thrown off a bull and trampled. The event raised concerns about safety protocols at such gatherings.

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Fox News — Latest

Lawsuit Filed Following Fatal Incident Involving Falling Tree at Texas BBQ Restaurant

Kirk Foyle's family has filed a lawsuit after he was killed by a falling tree at a BBQ restaurant in Austin, Texas. The lawsuit claims negligence on the part of the restaurant and nearby property owners for failing to maintain the tree, which was allegedly diseased. The family is seeking $1,000,000 in damages.

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Fox News — Latest

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey Addresses Somali Community Amid Fraud Investigations

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke to the Somali community during Somali Independence Day celebrations, highlighting their contributions amid ongoing fraud investigations in Minnesota. A recent House Oversight Committee report alleged that the state lost around $300 million in fraud related to social services, with many charges involving members of the Somali community. The Walz administration has disputed these findings.

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coloradosun.com

Three Federal Firefighters Killed in Mesa County Wildfire Incident

Three federal firefighters were killed in a wildfire incident in Mesa County, Colorado, on Saturday, with two others injured. The Snyder fire, part of a larger fire complex, has burned over 28,000 acres and remains uncontained, prompting emergency declarations and evacuation orders in the region. Governor Jared Polis has expressed condolences and activated state resources to assist in firefighting efforts.

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The Hill

Three firefighters die in Colorado blaze

Three firefighters lost their lives on June 27 while combating wildfires in western Colorado. The incident was confirmed by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who noted that the firefighters were part of the U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Wildland Fire Service.

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New York Post

Elderly Man Assaulted with Metal Pipe in Bensonhurst

On June 20, a 73-year-old man was assaulted with a metal pipe in Bensonhurst, New York, after an argument with the suspect. The incident took place around 5:30 p.m. outside Milestone Park.

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