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Nine people injured in shooting in Cleveland
Nine people have been hospitalized after a suspect opened fire on a group of people in Cleveland, Ohio. The incident occurred in the Warehouse District of Cleveland early Sunday morning. The victims are receiving treatment at MetroHealth Medical Center and there have been no reported fatalities. Police believe that a suspect fired shots at the group before fleeing the scene.
Gunman on scooter kills one and injures three in random shooting spree
A gunman riding a scooter fired shots at multiple people in Brooklyn and Queens, resulting in one death and three injuries. The suspect was apprehended by the police and a scooter and semi-automatic pistol were recovered. The shootings are believed to be random, with no known motive at this time. The victims' names have not been released and the police are investigating the gun used in the incident.
Powerball jackpot rises to $650 million after no winner
The Powerball jackpot for Monday's drawing has increased to 328.2 million before taxes, making it the ninth largest Powerball jackpot in history. Three tickets matched all five white balls to win $1 million. The next drawing is scheduled for Monday, July 10.
Bob Huggins disputes resignation announcement by West Virginia University
Bob Huggins' attorney claims that he never resigned as West Virginia's basketball coach and threatens a lawsuit if he isn't reinstated. The university says that Huggins clearly communicated his resignation in writing. Huggins was previously suspended for using an anti-gay slur and denigrating Catholics.
Sudanese military and paramilitary forces engage in deadly conflict
The ongoing war between the Sudanese military and a powerful paramilitary force has resulted in widespread violence, casualties, and displacement. The conflict began after months of tension between military chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan and Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, commander of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, escalated into open fighting. Over 3,000 people have been killed and more than 6,000 others wounded, with the actual death toll believed to be much higher. Millions of people have been displaced from their homes as a result. The capital, Khartoum, and other urban areas have become battlefields. The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, has condemned the violence and called for respect of humanitarian and human rights law. The region of Darfur has experienced intense fighting, with reports of ethnic targeting and the situation resembling the past genocide in the early 2000s. The conflict has spread to other provinces including North Kordofan, South Kordofan, and Blue Nile.
Rutland City Police Officer killed in crash while chasing suspect
Rutland City Police Officer Jessica Ebbighausen, 19, was killed in a head-on collision while chasing a suspect. The suspect crossed the centerline and collided with Ebbighausen's cruiser. Two other officers and the suspect were also injured in the crash. The police department is investigating the role impairment and speed played in the incident, and potential charges are being discussed with the state's attorney. Ebbighausen had recently joined the department and was scheduled to start full-time training in August.
Megan Rapinoe announces retirement after fourth World Cup
Megan Rapinoe, who has won numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, announced that the upcoming World Cup will be her last and she will retire from professional soccer afterward. Rapinoe, an advocate for equal pay in women's soccer, has been a key figure in the growth of the sport. She is engaged to Sue Bird, a basketball icon. Rapinoe and the U.S. team will look to secure their third consecutive World Cup title.
Rescues and Relief Efforts as China battles Heatwaves, Flooding, and Drought
Rescue efforts continue as five people are saved from rubble at a construction site in Hubei province. Heavy flooding in multiple regions has led to the displacement of thousands of people. China is experiencing heatwaves, flooding, and drought simultaneously. Measures such as opening air raid shelters are being taken to provide relief from the extreme heat. Some deaths have been reported due to heat strokes. Severe drought in the north and heavy flooding in the south are also impacting the country. Globally, Earth's average temperature has reached a new record high.
Minnesota Tax Error: Standard Deduction Mistakenly Decreased for 2024 Tax Year
The head of the Minnesota Revenue Department has acknowledged that lawmakers made a mistake in using the 2019 standard deduction for the 2024 tax year, resulting in a decrease of 110 and married couples $210 on their 2024 tax returns. Republican State Rep. Greg Davids has stated that the mistake will likely require a law change to correct.
Suspected Shooter Fires Randomly in East Los Angeles and Boyle Heights
A suspect allegedly went on a shooting spree in East Los Angeles and Boyle Heights, firing randomly at people. The suspect was taken into custody after police found an unoccupied vehicle believed to be used in the attacks. A rifle believed to have been used in the shootings was found during a search of the vehicle. Multiple shootings were reported, with one person critically injured. No one was hit in the subsequent shootings. This incident comes on the same day as another shooting spree in New York City.