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ICE Agent Arrested in Minneapolis Raid Shooting, Charged with Assault
An ICE agent, Christian Castro, 52, was arrested in Texas on four counts of second-degree assault and one count of falsely reporting a crime for firing through the front door of a Minneapolis home during Operation Metro Surge, injuring a Venezuelan man, Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis. The case adds to scrutiny of the operation and marks the second federal officer charged in Metro Surge amid questions about initial officer claims and ongoing investigations.
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Obama Center aims to redefine Chicago's architectural horizon
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, designed by Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, is envisioned to reshape the city’s architectural landscape and public space, sparking conversations about how the project will integrate with Jackson Park and influence Chicago’s skyline while serving as a cultural hub for the president’s legacy.
Five dead, 34 injured after bus crash on Virginia’s I-95 near Quantico
A passenger bus collided with vehicles on I-95 near Quantico, Virginia, killing five people and injuring 34 others, as state police investigate the cause (updated May 29, 2026).
Six More Bodies Recovered After Washington Paper Mill Tank Collapse
Six of the nine missing workers were recovered after a chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co.’s Longview pulp-and-paper mill, bringing the death toll to 11. Recovery work is hampered by industrial hazards like exposed wiring and collapsed structures. Environmental officials are managing a spill of white liquor toward ditch systems feeding a nearby water source, with water testing showing the Columbia River remains safe for now and a flushing plan in place. The mill is shut down with limited staffing, and some workers are being paid during the disruption.
Dallas apartment blaze in Oak Cliff leaves 3 dead as crews search for missing residents
A two-story Dallas apartment building in the Oak Cliff neighborhood was engulfed by a massive fire after an explosion reported near a gas leak. Three people were killed and at least four injured as dozens of firefighters fought the blaze and searched the rubble; officials have not released an immediate count of missing residents, shifting the mission from rescue to recovery. Atmos Energy said a construction crew may have damaged a pipeline near the site, and natural gas service remained shut off as investigators work on-site.
Stephanie Pratt reverses stance on Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral bid
Stephanie Pratt, who previously blasted her brother Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles mayoral campaign as a vote for stupidity, has reversed course and now praises his work, as his fundraising and polling momentum pick up in the lead-up to the primary.
America250 Fest: Vanilla Ice, Flo Rida Lead National Mall Celebration
A 16-day national exposition called The Great American State Fair will mark America’s 250th birthday on the National Mall (June 25–July 10) with performances by Vanilla Ice, Flo Rida, Martina McBride, C+C Music Factory, Bret Michaels, Young MC, the Commodores and Morris Day and the Time, among others; backed by Freedom 250, the event aims to celebrate the nation’s traditions, innovation, military heritage, freedom and entrepreneurial spirit.
Diner Dies After Wind-Flung Patio Umbrella Strikes SC Restaurant
A South Carolina woman was killed when a gust of wind blew a patio umbrella from a table and struck her in the head and neck as she dined with her husband at the Driftwood Grill in Summerton; authorities are investigating the death as an accident and an autopsy is planned.
Leaked Penn Station renderings reveal Trump-era grandeur and a presidential seal
Leaked plans for Penn Station’s overhaul depict a Trump-era Beaux-Arts-inspired design with gold accents, expansive daylight, a giant clock, and a presidential seal bearing Donald Trump’s name near a new Eighth Avenue entrance. The project, now under Amtrak/USDOT control after sidelining the MTA, would demolish part of the Theater at MSG, add new entrances, and prepare for future Gateway tunnel expansion, with a bid to begin before 2027 and billions in federal funding. Officials have offered mixed responses, while Trump and Hochul have publicly disputed some aspects; Amtrak says permits and contracts are the immediate focus.
Minneapolis Police Chief Resigns After Interfering With Internal Probe
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned after an outside investigation found he interfered with a probe into his conduct, including deleting a city-issued cellphone contact card to shield evidence linking him to an employee. He denies deleting it, but investigators also found he discussed the investigation after being told not to. Mayor Frey described the interference as a breach of trust and said disciplinary action was forthcoming; Acting Chief Katie Blackwell will lead the department, while the city continues to address 17 other open complaints.
Washington man charged after rock-throw at endangered Hawaiian monk seal amid threats
A 38-year-old Washington state tourist, Igor Lytvynchuk, is set to appear in federal court in Honolulu on charges of harassing a protected Hawaiian monk seal after prosecutors say he threw a coconut-sized rock at an adult male seal in Maui. Video of the incident sparked widespread condemnation, with the defense claiming the man intended to shoo away turtles and later faced assault, threats, and doxxing. If convicted, he could face up to one year in prison per charge and fines under the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The case highlights protections for monk seals, a critically endangered species with about 1,600 remaining in the wild.