Three people were killed and two injured in a targeted shooting late Tuesday in south Minneapolis, followed by another fatal shooting nearby just 12 hours later, which authorities believe may be connected and possibly retaliatory. All victims are believed to be Native American. City officials and police pledged strong support and increased presence in the area, while community organizations are providing counseling and resources. One … Continue reading Four dead, two injured in Minneapolis shootings that may be connected

At least two people drowned in Oklahoma on Wednesday after their vehicles were swept away by floodwaters during severe thunderstorms that flooded roads across Oklahoma and Texas. The storms caused major travel disruptions and flight delays, while Pennsylvania dealt with cleanup from a separate deadly storm that killed three. The National Weather Service warned of continued flash flood risk across the south-central U.S. through early … Continue reading 2 dead as slow-moving storms flood roads across Oklahoma and Texas

ICE and Florida authorities arrested over 1,100 undocumented immigrants in a weeklong crackdown called Operation Tidal Wave, marking the largest state-led operation in ICE history. The arrests, 63% of which involved individuals with prior criminal records, included violent offenders, gang members, and fugitives. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis praised the operation as a major step in enforcing immigration laws and criticized the Biden administration’s border policies, … Continue reading ICE, Florida law enforcement arrest over 1,100 in record-breaking crackdown

On May Day, tens of thousands rallied across nearly 1,000 U.S. cities to demand workers’ and immigrants’ rights and protest Donald Trump’s administration. Supported by hundreds of groups, the protests follow two major April demonstrations and highlight growing resistance to Trump’s policies, including mass deportations and anti-union actions. In cities like L.A. and New York, participants voiced solidarity with immigrants and called for fair labor … Continue reading May Day: protesters rally across US over workers’ and immigrants’ rights

A kangaroo caused a two-vehicle crash and briefly shut down Interstate 85 in Macon County, Alabama, on Tuesday after hopping along the highway. No injuries were reported, and the kangaroo—belonging to a nearby petting zoo—was safely tranquilized and captured. Authorities, including state troopers and the sheriff’s office, responded to the unusual incident, which was livestreamed by Sheriff André Brunson, NBC News has reported. The road … Continue reading Kangaroo causes collision, stops traffic on Alabama highway

Florida lawmakers passed a bill that would effectively ban fluoride in public water systems, with the state House voting 88-27. Though the bill, SB 700, doesn’t mention fluoride by name, it restricts certain additives in water and now awaits Governor Ron DeSantis’ signature. If signed, Florida would become the second state to ban fluoride after Utah. Supporters argue it’s unnecessary and costly, while opponents warn … Continue reading Florida set to become second state to ban fluoride in public water