Payton Washington, an 18-year-old Texas cheerleader, appeared on Good Morning America to recount her experience of being shot in April. She was struck twice in her right buttock and once in the back, impacting her left abdomen. Washington said that she tried to stay calm and keep her friends safe, even as she was bleeding, and is now recovering with the support of her family, friends, and community. The shooter was identified by police, but the incident is still under investigation.
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Two passenger trains derailed in eastern India's Odisha state on Wednesday, resulting in at least 13 deaths and 400 injuries. Rescuers are attempting to free another 200 people feared trapped in the derailed coaches, while nearly 500 police officers and rescue workers with 75 ambulances and buses are responding to the accident. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and officials are urging people to avoid the area and to be cautious as rescue efforts continue.
On May 30th, a family of eight from Juneau, Alaska experienced a devastating tragedy while on a fishing adventure, resulting in three deaths and two people missing. A search was conducted by authorities that lasted over 20 hours and covered 825 square miles, but was ultimately suspended with no plans to resume it. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of the ocean and the importance of safety when out on the water.
Arthur Williamson of Pontiac was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the brutal slaying of WWJ radio news anchor Jim Matthews and attack on his family in December 2018. His no-contest plea was used as an admission of guilt at sentencing, and Judge James Biernat called him the “embodiment of evil”. The Matthews family released a statement thanking the police, prosecutors, and community for their support.
Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier arrested on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges in July 2019, was found dead in his Manhattan jail cell two weeks later. The Associated Press report reveals that two weeks before his death, Epstein was observed sitting in the corner of his cell with his hands over his ears, desperate to muffle the sound of a toilet that wouldn't stop running. Jail staff had failed to follow protocol in the days leading up to his death, prompting calls for a full investigation into the matter.
An 8-year-old migrant girl, Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, died in Border Patrol custody in Texas on May 17th, sparking outrage among human rights activists. The CBP's internal investigation revealed that a nurse practitioner had denied requests to take the girl to the hospital despite her suffering from a chronic heart condition and a rare blood disorder. The CBP has committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all those in its custody and is conducting a full review of the circumstances surrounding the death.
Kendrid Hamlin has pleaded guilty to assaulting Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) in an elevator, as well as two counts of assault on law enforcement officers. He could face up to 11 years in prison, and a sentencing hearing is scheduled for October. Craig has spoken out about her experience and expressed gratitude for the guilty plea, hoping it will bring closure to the difficult chapter.
GOP Rep. James Comer and Senate Judiciary Ranking Member Chuck Grassley have confirmed the existence of an unclassified record containing reports of an alleged bribery scheme related to then-Vice President Joe Biden. The two lawmakers have spoken to FBI Director Christopher Wray and are demanding the FBI provide them with the June 2020 form that memorializes the tip. The House Oversight and Accountability Committee is currently investigating the matter.