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Protests Erupt in Senatobia Following Police Shooting of 1-Year-Old Kohen Wiley

Protests erupted in Senatobia, Mississippi, following the police shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, who was killed while a police officer responded to a shoplifting report. The officer involved has been placed on administrative leave as the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation conducts an inquiry. Community members expressed longstanding frustrations with police relations during the protests.

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Five Men Arrested for Alleged Plot to Attack UFC Event at White House

Federal authorities arrested five men accused of plotting a mass-casualty attack at the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. The group allegedly organized through TikTok and encrypted messaging apps, discussing plans to target government officials. Officials have indicated that the plot did not reach a level of imminent threat.

Fox News — Politics

Five Men Arrested for Alleged Plot to Attack UFC Event at the White House

Five men have been arrested for allegedly plotting a mass-casualty attack during the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. The group, which connected through TikTok and later used encrypted messaging, reportedly developed plans to use drones and firearms against government officials. Investigators found that discussions about the plot were ongoing until shortly before the event, when the operation was reportedly canceled.

Washington Examiner

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Criticizes Philadelphia DA for Misleading Courts

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has criticized Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner for misleading courts in efforts to overturn murder convictions. The court's ruling mandates that the state Attorney General review future cases Krasner seeks to reverse, citing a pattern of misconduct in his office. Krasner has faced ongoing scrutiny for his policies and practices since taking office.

Ars Technica

California Accuses AT&T of Misleading FCC Regarding Copper Phone Network

California regulators have accused AT&T of misleading the FCC in its efforts to shut down the copper phone network without a suitable replacement. The state has filed a response to AT&T's claims, asserting that the company's arguments are unfounded. AT&T is also involved in a lawsuit against California regarding service discontinuation.

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Miles Russell, 17, Prepares for U.S. Open Debut

Miles Russell, the youngest player in the 2026 U.S. Open at 17 years old, shared his early golf memories during a press conference. He qualified for the tournament after a playoff and had Charlie Woods as his caddie. Russell previously made history as the youngest player to make the cut in a Korn Ferry Tour event.

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Fourteen Charged in Cocaine Trafficking Near Washington, D.C. School

Fourteen suspects have been charged in a cocaine trafficking operation near Hendley Elementary School in Washington, D.C. The indictment includes charges of conspiracy to distribute significant amounts of cocaine within proximity to the school. The investigation, which lasted two years, resulted in multiple arrests and the recovery of drugs and firearms.

New York Times — Politics

Senator John Thune Pushes Back Against President Trump

Senator John Thune has increased his opposition to President Trump in recent days. As the Senate Majority Leader, Thune's stance may have implications for the Republican Party as the election year approaches.

Washington Post — Politics

Supreme Court to Address Key Cases in 2025-26 Term

The Supreme Court will consider several significant cases in its upcoming term, including those related to Donald Trump and issues surrounding gay and transgender rights. The court will also address matters related to campaign regulations.

TechCrunch

FTC lawsuit details subscription app operators' evasion tactics

The FTC has initiated a lawsuit against subscription app operators, alleging that they use shell companies and sophisticated payment methods to evade enforcement on app stores. This lawsuit follows a rise in consumer complaints about these subscription models.

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Colombian military neutralizes five members of militant group linked to deadly bus bombing

On June 17, 2026, Colombian military forces neutralized five members of the 'Estructura Jaime Martínez' militant group linked to a bus bombing that killed 20 civilians. The military action followed an April 26 attack in the Cauca region, which has become a battleground for illegal armed groups. General Hugo López condemned the bombing as a terrorist act attributed to dissident factions of the FARC.

Axios

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady in Warsh's First Meeting

The Federal Reserve kept its interest rate steady at 3.5% to 3.75% during Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chairman, with many officials now predicting a rate increase this year. Warsh indicated significant changes in the Fed's monetary policy approach and announced the formation of task forces to review key areas of policy.