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Two Milligan University sophomores have died after a crash during a morning cycling training in Hampton, Tennessee. A 69-year-old driver has been charged with vehicular homicide and aggravated assault by vehicle as investigators probe the circumstances. Several teammates remain hospitalized with varying conditions.
The Scottish government has not funded the implementation of a standalone sexual offences court and related measures, despite reforms to end the not proven verdict. Crown Office warns Holyrood that resources are not in place as rape and sexual violence statistics rise, with ongoing calls for timely delivery of promised protections.
Officials say 23 people in Minnesota have fallen ill with E. coli or salmonella, linked to alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts (Calco/Everything Sprouts). Wisconsin cases also connect to the same supplier. Investigators are coordinating with federal authorities to pinpoint the source and scope of contamination.
A multi-state outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts has infected at least 55 people nationwide, including four hospitalizations. Cases are linked to Minnesota grower Everything Sprouts and its Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. FDA and CDC are coordinating testing and monitoring, with recalls and safety reviews ongoing.
The race for the Texas Senate seat is tightening. Paxton has secured the GOP nomination and is pursuing funding from Trump's MAGA network to fend off a strong Democratic challenger backed by polls and internal data. Other races show Trump’s endorsements affecting outcomes and the broader GOP landscape as Republicans weigh fundraising and support strategies.
College football is contending with a wave of lawsuits and conference rules as new NCAA five-year eligibility rules collide with court orders. Schools are barring players returning from professional stints and lawsuits are reshaping rosters ahead of Week 1. The landscape is changing as conferences push uniform restrictions.
Stacey Humphreys, 53, has been convicted of malice murder for the 2003 killings of two real estate agents in Powder Springs, Georgia. He is scheduled for a lethal injection at 7 p.m. on Sept. 16, making him the first Georgia inmate to face execution this year amid ongoing coronavirus-era litigation over death-penalty procedures.
Multiple recalls are rippling through the US food system. A donut recall in March labeling issues, several wraps tied to STEC, and a broad recall wave linked to peppers and berries highlight ongoing safety concerns. Authorities urge discard or return of affected items and emphasize consumer safety as top priority.
The FDA, CDC and state health officials have identified more cases of cyclosporiasis in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas, bringing the national tally to 11,458. Investigators continue examining iceberg lettuce from a Taylor Farms facility in central Mexico, with officials insisting recalled product is off the market. The illness, cyclosporiasis, has prompted ongoing surveillance as outbreaks peak in warm months.
Former Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has had the case against him amended to include citations for open intoxicants, unsafe passing on the right and first-offense operating while intoxicated. He had previously been cited for refusing a sobriety test. CBS Sports and CBS affiliates report on the ongoing civil matter as Romo remains a leading NFL analyst.
Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list as investigations into his May incident continue. The Packers are keeping him on payroll and hope for a return; meanwhile, Seattle signs Terrion Arnold but places him on exempt as eight felony charges loom. The league will decide on playing status as details emerge.
Dollar General reports a quarterly rise in comparable-store sales of 3.5% and higher traffic, driven by a value-focused strategy and the expansion of its $1 Value Valley assortment to attract budget-conscious shoppers amid inflation.
A Forsyth County teen has been indicted on three counts of murder and conspiracy in connection with the May 18 attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Prosecutors say she recorded, distributed the livestream and published the attackers’ manifesto, while investigators caution the case hinges on aiding-and-abetting charges.
Multiple outlets report a large, tree-filled landmass appeared on Williston Reservoir in British Columbia, then disappeared weeks later. BC Hydro says record water levels and shifting winds likely created and moved the island, which has drawn attention from locals and researchers.
The Sun Belt housing market has cooled from its 2020-22 surge, with price declines slowing and inventory tightening in places like Austin, Houston, Dallas, Tampa and Jacksonville. Luxury markets show resilience but overall activity remains subdued as buyers respond to higher mortgage costs and builders clear existing stock.
Developments across multiple regions have kept negotiators busy. The week has seen ongoing discussions while some participants push for concrete concessions and timelines.
North Carolina becomes the first state to broadly distribute mail ballots as legal challenges loom over Trump’s executive-order changes to ballot handling and USPS rules. Courts are blocking the new rules for now, while officials prepare for a midterm that could determine control of Congress.
Officers from the LAPD, joined by county deputies and CHP, have dispersed a large illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway. The operation cited hundreds, impounded vehicles, recovered firearms and nitrous oxide, and arrested dozens. Authorities warn the crackdown will continue.
The Republican midterm convention is underway in Dallas with Trump set to speak on both nights, as organizers chase turnout amid flagging support and a crowded field. Donors are offered tickets and VIP experiences, while several high-profile Republicans skip the event, citing cost and strategic concerns. The schedule features Trump, Vance, and key GOP leaders as the party aims to energize voters ahead of November.
Prediction markets tied to elections and sports have surged, with record volumes and new entrants. Regulators warn of manipulation risks as platforms expand amid ongoing court battles over their legality.
Canada is actively courting private capital to diversify away from the U.S. amid a deepening trade dispute. At the Canada Investment Summit, leaders pitch Canada as a stable, rules-based partner with vast resources, while Washington expands tariffs and countermeasures that threaten interwoven supply chains.
A lawsuit filed in Los Angeles accuses USC men’s basketball coach Andy Enfield of removing a player from the roster to avoid paying the rest of his NIL contract and of making racially charged remarks. The school denies wrongdoing and says the action centers on a morals clause. The suit also details a confrontation after a Feb. 28 loss and alleges the player was dropped the day after he spoke to teammates.
At the Republican National Convention in Dallas, Donald Trump has promised every adult American a $5,000 dividend if Republicans win both chambers of Congress. The claim, which could cost over $1 trillion, has drawn bipartisan concerns about legality and economic impact. The plan remains unquantified and faces legal questions.
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has reprimanded Judge Shelley Joseph after a 2018 incident in which she allegedly helped an immigrant escape. The ruling follows a finding of improper conduct and an appearance of impropriety. The decision has echoes of related immigration enforcement clashes nationwide.
The Supreme Court has lifted previous injunctions to allow Trump’s mail-ballot rules to proceed in some cases, while lower courts pause enforcement ahead of the midterms. States are preparing mail ballots as lawsuits challenge the rules that would track and pre-clear recipients, potentially affecting millions of ballots.
The DC Circuit has ruled that the Energy Department exceeded its authority by keeping Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal plant online under emergency powers, despite an earlier plan to retire it in 2025. The decision affects Michigan and other states, with ongoing debates over electricity reliability and costs.
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany has survived a water landing after his small plane lost power near Wausau while returning from a La Crosse County event. Both Tiffany and the pilot sustained minor injuries and were treated before continuing their campaigns for Wisconsin governor. FAA and NTSB will investigate the cause.
Election officials across states have moved to reassure voters about the integrity and reliability of mail ballots after the Supreme Court blocked a bid to overhaul mail-in voting ahead of the midterms. Officials warn this change preserves established processes while urging voters to mail ballots early to avoid delays.