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Rumors that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may wed in midtown Manhattan swirl, with potential venues like Madison Square Garden or Central Park; an NYPD source warns that such a high-profile wedding in a busy summer period would pose major security challenges for the city.
Karen Read says her criminal trials exposed deeper problems in Massachusetts policing and that state leaders have failed to act, describing her efforts as a crusade to address corruption and vowing to continue the effort even as she plans to return to normal life after the legal battles; she emphasizes the impact on her life and her commitment to accountability, and says she hopes to spend time with family after the crusade ends.
After Vickrum Singh Digwa was sentenced to life for murdering Henry Nowak with a kirpan, Southampton’s Sikh community reports increased harassment and fear, with many avoiding gurdwaras and elderly relatives staying home; leaders say far-right rhetoric has fueled hostility and a planned memorial event was canceled as tensions rise, amid broader unrest following anti-police protests and injuries to officers.
A suspect driving a stolen truck is in a live, two-county pursuit that began in Fontana and continued along the 10 and 101 freeways into Los Angeles, including Chinatown, downtown LA, and East LA; authorities shifted to tracking mode by around 1:15 p.m. as the chase unfolded.
The murder charge against Aaron Spencer has been dismissed, according to court documents released by KATV.
One person was killed and three others were injured in a shooting that occurred after Sem Yeto High School’s graduation in Fairfield, California. The incident happened around 7:15 p.m. on the school campus; authorities have not released a suspect description and the investigation is ongoing. The school district says classes will continue as scheduled this week.
New York City granted outdoor watch-party permits for Game 1 of the NBA Finals outside Madison Square Garden and at Central Park’s SummerStage after previously denying them; the reversal followed discussions among the mayor’s office, the NYPD and Madison Square Garden, with the Street Activity Permit Office having denied the earlier requests. The NYPD will staff both sites, and future outdoor watch parties will be decided case-by-case. The Knicks’ playoff run has generated an estimated $202 million in economic activity so far, potentially reaching $465 million if all home Finals games are played; MSG tickets to watch inside cost $10.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health will conduct air-quality tests at Uxbridge High School after several teachers were diagnosed with breast cancer or precancerous conditions. While officials say there is no immediate danger, the district is coordinating with health authorities to determine if environmental factors or building infrastructure (HVAC, plumbing, etc.) could be involved and is gathering information from affected teachers as part of the review.
Security cameras captured groups entering and exiting New York City sewers through maintenance holes in Brooklyn and Queens at night, with some changing clothes and carrying tools. The DEP says the sewer system isn’t damaged and notes that sewer entry is illegal and dangerous; no injuries or arrests have been reported as investigators look into the incidents, which follow a Midtown death last month when a hole cover was dislodged by a truck.
A two-alarm fire at a Redmond landscaping business destroyed 15 cars and two buildings, with firefighters closing roads in the Ames Lake area as crews battled the blaze.
The North Quabbin Regional Animal Control in Athol, Massachusetts, reports wild animals showing neurological symptoms and warns residents to supervise pets, keep them indoors, and ensure vaccines while state agencies investigate the cause.
Videos showing groups of men climbing out of Brooklyn manholes triggered a police inquiry, but authorities say there is no threat to the public and no injuries or arrests have been reported. Investigators suspect the group might be scavenging valuables from the sewer system, though two Brooklyn incidents aren’t yet linked and no sewer damage was found by the NYPD’s Emergency Services Unit or NYC DEP.
Two confirmed E. coli infections linked to Orland Park’s Centennial Park Aquatic Center have prompted a precautionary closure as officials continue testing. Water samples have generally met normal recreational guidelines, but the center remains closed through Sunday and Monday for additional sampling and review. The facility opened for the season on May 23, and residents who swam there are advised to monitor for symptoms such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, or fever and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen. Health officials will provide updates as tests continue.
Gov. Ron DeSantis’s plan to expand the homestead exemption to $250,000 would slash local property tax revenue for central Florida bedroom communities (Belle Isle, Winter Garden, Oakland, Ocoee) by about 25%–33%, threatening budgets for core services and even bond ratings; Orlando would face a smaller hit. The phased plan starts with a $150,000 exemption in 2027, rising to $250,000 in 2028, and would limit how cities can spend tax dollars, targeting primary residences while vacation and commercial properties remain taxed. Cities are exploring options like shared services to cope with the anticipated losses.
Graham Platner responded to a Wall Street Journal report alleging he sent explicit text messages to multiple women, calling the piece gossip intended to distract from his policy platform and labeling the coverage as journalistic malpractice.