Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” has been hospitalized in Cincinnati while receiving an award. The 98-year-old is expected to be released soon to return to Fort Worth. Her family assures she is doing well.
A house fire in Central East Austin resulted in two fatalities on Pecan Springs Road. The Austin Fire Department is investigating the cause of the fire as authorities work to gather more details on the incident.
Jonathan Anderson, a Northern Irish designer, has been named the overall artistic director at Dior, overseeing both women’s and men’s lines, as announced by parent company LVMH. Bernard Arnault revealed Anderson’s appointment, marking him as the first designer at Dior to head both collections.
Texas lawmakers pass Senate Bill 8, requiring sheriffs to partner with ICE under 287(g) agreements for immigration enforcement. The bill aims to enhance local-federal collaboration in enforcing immigration laws, with significant implications for Texas counties.
Filipino boxing legend Nonito Donaire Jr. will fight for the interim WBA bantamweight title against Andres Campos on June 14, 2024, in Buenos Aires, marking his comeback since losing to Alexandro Santiago.
New Philippine National Police Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III announced plans to bolster the Internal Affairs Service during a press briefing. This initiative aims to enhance accountability and oversight within the police force.
Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is set to premiere on Netflix in November 2025. The film features Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the Creature, adding to the acclaimed director’s lineup of fantasy and horror works.
Ukraine and Russia hold peace talks in Istanbul after mutual military escalations. High-stakes negotiations aim to de-escalate tensions following Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian bases and Russia’s targeted response.
Trevor McEuen, a North Texas murder suspect, has been arrested by the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office after a month-long manhunt. He faces charges of capital murder, arson, and aggravated assault.
Byron Davis, a 17-year-old Port Aransas student, died in a single-vehicle accident. The community mourned his loss with a vigil, while police investigate the crash’s cause.