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Record Heatwave in the US Results in At Least 25 Deaths

A heatwave affecting over 20 states in the US has resulted in at least 25 fatalities. Temperatures have surpassed 100°F (38°C) in many areas, with over 140 million people under heat alerts as the extreme weather persists.

detroitnews.com

Mallory McMorrow Withdraws from U.S. Senate Race in Michigan

Mallory McMorrow has officially withdrawn from the U.S. Senate race in Michigan, leaving a primary battle between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. McMorrow's departure is seen as a defining moment in the race, and her endorsement could be crucial for either candidate ahead of the August 4 primary election.

Fox News — Latest

NYPD Detective and Four Children Injured in Separate Brooklyn Shootings

During the Fourth of July weekend, NYPD Detective Robert Karroll was shot in Crown Heights, while four children were injured in a separate shooting in Coney Island. Karroll is expected to recover, and investigations are ongoing into both incidents, with police seeking surveillance footage.

The Hill

Trump Contacts FIFA President Regarding Red Card for Balogun

President Trump reached out to FIFA President Gianni Infantino to discuss the red card given to Team USA's Folarin Balogun in a match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Details regarding the timing of the call and the person who initiated it remain unclear.

Axios

Mallory McMorrow Suspends Campaign for U.S. Senate in Michigan

Mallory McMorrow, a Michigan state Senator, has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, leaving a two-person race in the Democratic primary. Her decision comes a month before the election, and she expressed her intention to support the primary winner.

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99-Year-Old WWII Veteran Receives Purple Heart After 81-Year Wait

Glenn Fisher, a 99-year-old WWII veteran, was awarded the Purple Heart on July 5, 2026, after an 81-year wait. Fisher was injured in combat against Nazi Germany and, with the help of a friend, successfully pursued the recognition of his service and injuries.

The Hill

Supreme Court Rules on Property Owners' Rights in Home Seizures

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that property owners are not entitled to fair market value during government seizures of homes for debt settlement. The case involving the Pung family will return to a lower court to evaluate the fairness of the auction process.

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Netanyahu affirms alignment with Trump on Iran, denies rift

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied any rift with President Donald Trump, asserting that both nations are aligned on the issue of Iran's nuclear program. He emphasized that their relationship is strong and that they typically share the same strategic objectives regarding Iran.

Guardian — US

The Atlantic republishes JD Vance's essay on Trump from 10 years ago

On July 5, 2026, The Atlantic republished JD Vance's essay from 10 years prior, in which he described Donald Trump as 'cultural heroin.' The magazine's editor's note encouraged readers to assess the relevance of Vance's views on Trump over the past decade.

New York Times — US

Over 800,000 Customers Without Power Following Storms

Over 800,000 customers in the United States are currently without power due to a series of storms that occurred over the Fourth of July weekend. The situation continues to affect multiple regions as recovery efforts are underway.