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Rush-hour attack at 345 Park Ave
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. I'm sat for the JaNa and Kenny drama. Gunman kills four, injures five in attack in Manhattan A gunman charged into a prominent Midtown Manhattan building during rush hour and fatally shot at least four people, including a New York city police officer, before killing himself, authorities said July 28. The incident occurred at 345 Park Ave., officials confirmed. The high-rise skyscraper houses major tenants, including KPMG and National Football League. The alleged gunman was identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura, of Nevada. Police said the motive for the shooting, and why the building was targeted, remains under investigation. Americans face extreme heat today as a derecho looms Millions of Americans in the path of a heat wave should plan to take extra measures to stay cool through at least July 30. Keep things chill: Stay in air-conditioned spaces, pile up the popsicles and pull out the recipe for your favorite cold summer salad. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. Trump's cuts to Planned Parenthood blocked A federal judge blocked enforcement of a provision in President Donald Trump's recently enacted tax and spending bill that would deprive Planned Parenthood and its members of Medicaid funding, saying it is likely unconstitutional. That provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, passed by the Republican-led Congress, denied certain tax-exempt organizations and their affiliates from receiving Medicaid funds if they continue to provide abortions. In response, Planned Parenthood said "we will keep fighting this cruel law so that everyone can get birth control, STI testing and treatment, cancer screenings and other critical health care, no matter their insurance." Why your ebooks are on the line Millions of Americans could lose ebook access from their local library under the budget bill the House is currently considering. At President Trump's request, the measure eliminates federal funding for libraries and museums, which is often used to fund ebooks, among other services. The impact of losing the money will be different in each state. Some will have to fire staff and end tutoring and summer reading programs. Others will cut access to electronic databases, end intra-library loans or reduce access to books for the deaf and blind. Many will have to stop providing internet service for rural libraries or ebook access statewide. And it isn't clear whether states will be able to fill the gap left if federal funding ends. Today's talkers Watch out for 'hordes' of tarantulas If you're hiking or camping in the arid Southwest and West in the next few months, get ready for what could be the experience – or fright – of a lifetime. Across the United States, in California, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico and Texas, tens of thousands of tarantulas will being crawling out of their burrows in search of females – making for a fascinating, if a little creepy – display of the wonders of nature. Why? It's tarantula mating season. Photo of the day: Remembering Ryne Sandberg Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who was a fixture at the position for the Chicago Cubs for all but one of his 16 major-league seasons, has died at the age of 65, the team announced July 28. A 10-time All-Star and nine-time Gold Glove award winner, Sandberg blazed a trail in the 1980s for a wave of power-hitting middle infielders who would come along later. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
USA Today
a day ago
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ICE's threat to classrooms
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. Do you know what "MKT" means on a menu? ICE deported these teenagers and children in immigration raids Martir Garcia Lara's seat in his fourth grade classroom was empty May 29. His classmates in Torrence, California, went on with the school day. He likely won't return to school this fall: Martir is one of at least five children and teens who have been rounded up by ICE and deported from the United States with their parents since the start of President Donald Trump's second presidential term. More immigration coverage from USA TODAY: Farmers say few native–born residents will pick fruit or tend cows. The agriculture worker visa program can be costly, burdensome and limited. And they say Congress has failed to act for years. Suspect faces terror charges in Michigan Walmart stabbing Authorities said they will file terrorism and attempted murder charges against a Michigan man accused of wounding 11 people in a stabbing rampage at a local Walmart. Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea said July 27 that bystanders were "absolutely instrumental" in preventing further injuries after the attack began July 26 at about 4:43 p.m. − a busy time for the sprawling store. One of the citizens who stepped in was armed with a gun, Shea said. One witness said she saw three people with stab wounds as she fled the store. There was 'blood everywhere,' she said. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. Hurricane season warning signs are piling up The hurricane map in the Atlantic Ocean may be quiet now, but forecasters say that may not last much longer as several signs point to an uptick in activity across the basin. With three named tropical storms (Andrea, Barry and Chantal) so far, the number of storms is actually above average for this time of year. During this past week, water temperatures have surged to the 7th warmest in the satellite record (back to 1981), running only slightly cooler than 2017 and 2005 at this point in the season. At the same time, experts say the belt of water just north of the tropics has cooled since the start of the season, creating a more conducive orientation that favors rising air and storminess in the tropical Atlantic. Here are more signs pointing to a rough hurricane season. Israel pauses some military action in Gaza as starvation spreads Beginning Sunday, Israel will pause military action for hours each day in parts of Gaza and increase aid drops in the enclave, as the country has faced an international uproar over reports and images of starving Palestinians. Aid groups have criticized Israeli leaders for months over the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The country cut off supplies to the region at the start of March before reopening aid lines – with new restrictions – in May. Where are ceasefire talks? Today's talkers Which football helmet should I buy my child? Have you ever wondered about the force of a hit to the head your kid sees in practice and in games, and how their helmets are tested to protect from them? The question seemed simple enough. Until a Virginia Tech athletics equipment manager and his colleagues delved deeper into it in 2009, leading to the development of Virginia Tech's Helmet Lab that today has national acclaim for its testing and studies. Just recently, the lab updated its rating system with new thresholds for those used in varsity and youth football and by bicyclists. No helmet is concussion-proof, the lab says, and any athlete can sustain a head injury. But the experts identified the helmets that best reduce your chances. Photo of the day: Kelly's prancing PK Chloe Kelly made her trademark prancing run-up before firing the decisive spot-kick as England defeated Spain, 3-1,in a penalty shootout to win Euro 2025 on Sunday, successfully defending the title they won three years ago. The enthralling game ended 1-1 after extra time — and Princess Charlotte cheered on the Lionesses. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
USA Today
15-07-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
A brief, unsigned Supreme Court order
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. Here's a very, very, way too early look at when Pumpkin Spice Lattes return. Supreme Court lets Trump fire hundreds at Education Department An ideologically divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to fire hundreds of workers from the Education Department and continue other efforts to dismantle the agency. How we got here: The Education Department workers were placed on administrative leave in March and were to stop receiving salaries June 9 before a judge intervened at the request of Democratic-led states, school districts and teachers' unions. Trump is stepping up support for Ukraine In a major shift by President Trump to increase U.S. pressure on Moscow, the U.S. is sending weapons to NATO, which plans to transfer the equipment to Ukraine. The announcement comes as Trump aims to push Moscow to make a quick peace deal. Trump has promised to end the war in Ukraine quickly, but has expressed increasing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin as a ceasefire proves elusive. Trump also threatened steep tariffs aimed at impacting Russia's ability to finance the war. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. A race is heating up in Southern Arizona The Democratic and Republican primaries in Southern Arizona on Tuesday come two months before the special election Sept. 23. But, in the deep blue stronghold, whoever comes out on top among the handful of candidates on the left will have the general upper hand. Adelita Grijalva, the late congressman's daughter and former member of the Pima County Board of Supervisors, is the leading contender for the Democratic nomination in what has become a microcosm of an ongoing national debate about the future of the party. Also in the mix: A more moderate former intern for former Rep. Gabby Giffords and a Gen-Z reproductive rights activist. Young kids, babies are getting into nicotine pouches Calls to poison control centers that involved children under 6 increased by 763% from 2020 to 2023, according to new research published this week. The steep increase in calls to poison control centers is partly due to the rising popularity of nicotine pouches, said Natalie Rine, study co-author and director of the Central Ohio Poison Center. Sometimes referred to as "lip pillow" or "upper decker," these pouches are small microfiber pouches containing nicotine powder. Here's what to do if your kid swallows a nicotine pouch. Today's talkers Politics meets fever pitch at the MLB All-Star Game As the baseball world descends on Truist Park for the 2025 All-Star festivities celebrating the Atlanta Braves organization, there are still questions as to why Georgia was awarded the Midsummer Classic four years after it was revoked in response to the state's controversial voting laws. During a news conference Monday revealing the starting lineups for MLB's jewel event, officials were avoidant about explaining the decision to give the game to Georgia. National League manager Dave Roberts — once an advocate — has faced criticism in recent months for his silence on social issues. Photo of the day: The largest Mars rock on Earth A chunk of the Martian surface that made an unlikely interplanetary voyage to Earth will soon be available to the highest bidder. And for a few million dollars, it could be yours. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
USA Today
14-07-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Daily Briefing: Epstein case fallout continues
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. Trying to get a tan? Don't ditch the sunscreen. Trump base isn't satisfied by Epstein memo findings Fallout continues after the Justice Department and FBI's announcement they have found no evidence that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein kept a "client list." More context: Many of President Donald Trump's allies – and supporters across the country – have called for the government to share additional information on the case of the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender. Two women dead after Kentucky church shooting A state trooper had pulled over a vehicle on the road Sunday after receiving a license plate reader alert in the area, Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers said at a news conference. The suspect shot the trooper, fled the scene and later carjacked a vehicle. Officers were able to track the vehicle to the Richmond Road Baptist Church, where the suspect opened fire at people on the church property. Four people were shot, including two women, who were pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, who wasn't immediately identified, was shot and killed by Lexington police. The Fayette County Coroner described the church as a tight-knit community. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. New flooding hits battered Texas Heavy rain and a new wave of flooding in central Texas on Sunday prompted swift water rescues and hampered the grim search for victims of the deluge that swept through the region more than a week ago, killing at least 132 people and leaving devastation in its wake. Most search and recovery operations along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County were suspended. Rescue personnel, equipment and vehicles "should be removed from the river area immediately," county officials said in social media posts earlier Sunday. Meanwhile, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Sunday defended FEMA's response to the floods. Faith leaders plan protest in the South over budget cuts Earlier this month, Congress passed President Trump's 'One Big, Beautiful Bill,'' a spending plan that includes tax cuts but also deep reductions to Medicaid ‒ the federal/state health insurance program for low-income people ‒ and the food stamp benefits program. Now, faith leaders plan to launch demonstrations Monday in 11 states, focusing on the South because many people who will be impacted live in the region. Between 12 million and 20 million people could lose Medicaid due to the bill's cuts, and many of America's highest poverty rates are consolidated in the South. One organizer said lawmakers in the South who supported the bill "voted against their own people." Today's talkers That awkward moment when Chelsea won Chelsea star Cole Palmer was like much of the world wondering why President Trump was standing in the middle of their trophy celebration Sunday after its 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain for the FIFA Club World Cup. 'Are you going to leave?' James asked Trump before hoisting the golden-globed trophy. Trump smiled and clapped amongst the Chelsea players before FIFA president Gianni Infantino eventually pulled him away. The cringeworthy moment is the lasting image of this competitive, yet controversial, Club World Cup hosted in the U.S. this summer. Photo of the day: America's favorite lovers Even if you're not tuning in every night, "Love Island USA" has been unavoidable these past six weeks — and Season 7 of the bikini-clad, make-out heavy, meme-worthy and controversial reality dating competition show finally came to a close Sunday, with America's favorite lovers announced by host Ariana Madix. Find out who won — before your coworkers spoil it for you. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
USA Today
14-07-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Epstein case fallout continues
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. Trying to get a tan? Don't ditch the sunscreen. Trump base isn't satisfied by Epstein memo findings Fallout continues after the Justice Department and FBI's announcement they have found no evidence that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein kept a "client list." More context: Many of President Donald Trump's allies – and supporters across the country – have called for the government to share additional information on the case of the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender. Two women dead after Kentucky church shooting A state trooper had pulled over a vehicle on the road Sunday after receiving a license plate reader alert in the area, Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers said at a news conference. The suspect shot the trooper, fled the scene and later carjacked a vehicle. Officers were able to track the vehicle to the Richmond Road Baptist Church, where the suspect opened fire at people on the church property. Four people were shot, including two women, who were pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, who wasn't immediately identified, was shot and killed by Lexington police. The Fayette County Coroner described the church as a tight-knit community. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. New flooding hits battered Texas Heavy rain and a new wave of flooding in central Texas on Sunday prompted swift water rescues and hampered the grim search for victims of the deluge that swept through the region more than a week ago, killing at least 132 people and leaving devastation in its wake. Most search and recovery operations along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County were suspended. Rescue personnel, equipment and vehicles "should be removed from the river area immediately," county officials said in social media posts earlier Sunday. Meanwhile, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Sunday defended FEMA's response to the floods. Faith leaders plan Southern protest over budget cuts Earlier this month, Congress passed President Trump's 'One Big, Beautiful Bill,'' a spending plan that includes tax cuts but also deep reductions to Medicaid ‒ the federal/state health insurance program for low-income people ‒ and the food stamp benefits program. Now, faith leaders plan to launch demonstrations Monday in 11 states, focusing on the South because many people who will be impacted live in the region. Between 12 million and 20 million people could lose Medicaid due to the bill's cuts, and many of America's highest poverty rates are consolidated in the South. One organizer said lawmakers in the South who supported the bill "voted against their own people." Today's talkers That awkward moment when Chelsea won Chelsea star Cole Palmer was like much of the world wondering why President Trump was standing in the middle of their trophy celebration Sunday after its 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain for the FIFA Club World Cup. 'Are you going to leave?' James asked Trump before hoisting the golden-globed trophy. Trump smiled and clapped amongst the Chelsea players before FIFA president Gianni Infantino eventually pulled him away. The cringeworthy moment is the lasting image of this competitive, yet controversial, Club World Cup hosted in the U.S. this summer. Photo of the day: America's favorite lovers Even if you're not tuning in every night, "Love Island USA" has been unavoidable these past six weeks — and Season 7 of the bikini-clad, make-out heavy, meme-worthy and controversial reality dating competition show finally came to a close Sunday, with America's favorite lovers announced by host Ariana Madix. Find out who won — before your coworkers spoil it for you. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
