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06-16-2023
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Iowa Supreme Court blocks state’s six-week abortion ban from going into effect
The Iowa Supreme Court has prevented a 2018 law that prevents abortions from being performed once cardiac activity can be detected - commonly around six weeks of pregnancy - from going into effect. The court was split 3-3, and the law had been permanently struck down by a district court in January 2019. The bill had been signed into law by Iowa's Governor Kim Reynolds and would have made Iowa the latest state to pass a 'heartbeat' abortion ban if it had been upheld.
Three young brothers shot and killed by father in Ohio; mother wounded
Three young brothers, ages 7, 4, and 3, were shot and killed by their father in Ohio. The mother was wounded. The incident occurred at their home, and there were no signs of forced entry. The father, Chad Doerman, was charged with three counts of aggravated murder and is being held without bond. The investigation is ongoing.
Trump's lawyers argue for federal court in hush payment case
Donald Trump has filed a new court filing to get his prosecution in New York moved to federal court, accusing the Manhattan district attorney's office of ignoring applicable facts and laws. Trump and prosecutors have filed dueling motions over the appropriate court to put the former president on trial for allegedly falsifying business records connected to the 2016 hush payment to porn actress Stormy Daniels.
Hundreds feared dead in Mediterranean trawler sinking
As many as 500 people are feared to have died after a trawler carrying 750 migrants from Libya to Italy reportedly capsized, prompting Greek authorities to extend the search and rescue operation. While 104 people have been rescued and 78 bodies recovered, hundreds more refugees and migrants are missing. The disaster has increased pressure on the Greek government and the European Union to address the issue of migration and prompted appeals for concerted action from Pope Francis and the United Nations. Greek officials and human rights organisations also criticised the coastguard's response.
US announces grants to expand internet access in remote areas
The Department of Commerce has awarded 89m going to an Alaskan telecommunications company. The expansion forms part of President Joe Biden's efforts to expand high-speed internet connectivity across the country.
Biden to push for universal background checks and assault weapon ban at gun safety summit
President Biden will speak at a gun safety summit in Connecticut to highlight how last year's gun legislation has been implemented, and to push for universal background checks and a ban on assault weapons. The gathering is being led by US Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., and major gun safety groups, hoping to build on recent progress.
US government networks hit by cyberattack affecting several federal agencies
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has confirmed that several federal agencies were affected by a cyberattack that exploited a gap in software security, targeting the electronic file transfer application MOVEit Transfer. Government data was reportedly stolen, but the severity of the attack has been downplayed by officials. The application was previously identified as vulnerable to ransomware attacks, and a MOVEit representative stated that they are taking steps to ensure security.
Teacher Sues Former Charter School After Being Fired Over Teaching Controversial Book
Markayle Gray, a former English teacher at Charlotte Secondary School, is suing his former charter school after he was fired following backlash from parents over his teaching of Nic Stone's
Mass casualty collision leaves 15 dead and 10 injured in Canada
A collision between a semi-trailer truck and a bus in southwestern Manitoba, Canada has left at least 15 people dead and 10 injured. The crash was described as a mass casualty situation and the majority of the passengers on the bus were seniors. The incident will be investigated and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau conveyed his condolences to the families of the victims.
Man shoots himself in leg after dreaming of home intrusion, gets charged for firearm possession
A man from Lake Barrington shot himself in the leg after dreaming of a home intrusion, leading to the application of a tourniquet and his hospitalization. The man used a firearm without a valid FOID card and was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm, both felonies.