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A heat dome has pushed temperatures to dangerous levels across the central and eastern United States. Forecasters warn heat indexes could reach 40–46C (104–115F), with nights offering little relief. Emergency measures are under way in several cities as heat threatens the holiday weekend.
Ciarre Campbell has been arrested on murder, aggravated assault and possession charges after police found his mother Nateal Campbell dead in their Buckhead townhouse during a welfare check. authorities say the 71-year-old Nateal Campbell was pronounced dead; officers detained a male suspect later identified as Ciarre Campbell, her 41-year-old son. The Ravens organization and family have asked for privacy as investigations continue.
Ciarre Campbell has been charged with murder, aggravated assault and possession of a knife after police found their 71-year-old mother Nateal Campbell dead in their Buckhead home during a welfare check. Calais Campbell, an NFL star, is confirmed to be his brother. The Campbell family has asked for privacy as they grieve.
El Niño has strengthened and is forecast to reach the strongest category by fall, bringing droughts, heavy rains, heat waves, and shifts in hurricane activity. Forecasts indicate the event will influence global weather patterns this fall and winter, with warnings of significant regional impacts.
Bertha has formed into a tropical storm south of Panama City, Florida. It is forecast to move toward the northern Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain, storm surges up to 4 feet, and possible tornadoes. Local authorities are distributing sandbags as warnings extend from Florida to Louisiana.