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.
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.
The U.S. Department of Justice wins a landmark antitrust case against Google, with a court ruling that the tech giant monopolized digital advertising markets. This decision could reshape digital advertising and search landscapes as legal proceedings continue.
The Philippine Statistics Authority reported that ischaemic heart disease was the leading cause of death in the Philippines in 2024, accounting for 19.3% of deaths. Neoplasms ranked second at 11.1%.
The FBI is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of escaped Arkansas inmate Grant Hardin. The search continues as law enforcement agencies collaborate in efforts to capture the former police chief convicted of murder and rape. Public cooperation is vital in resolving this high-profile case.
Iga Swiatek, a three-time champion, highlights the need for gender parity in French Open night match scheduling, asserting women’s matches provide equal entertainment. Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo refutes suggestions of inequality, sparking ongoing debate within the tennis community.
Elon Musk departs the Trump administration after his tenure as a Special Government Employee, during which he aimed for efficiency measures to cut federal spending but fell short of his $2 trillion target.
The FBI is investigating an incident involving the impersonation of White House chief of staff Susie Wiles. Unknown individuals accessed her personal cellphone, using her contacts to reach out to top officials under the guise of being Wiles. Security protocols are under review amid concerns of potential breaches at high government levels.
President Trump is set to visit a U.S. Steel mill in Pennsylvania as a deal with Nippon Steel is finalized. The agreement is seen as an investment controlled by the U.S., highlighting Trump’s focus on revitalizing the steel industry and bolstering American manufacturing.
Texas Governor Abbott signs ‘Audrii’s Law,’ closing a loophole in sex offender registration. The law, inspired by the tragic case of Audrii Cunningham, strengthens protections for children and mandates registration for grooming offenses. Effective September 1, 2025.