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The U.S. Department of Justice has released a report finding that the Minneapolis Police Department has engaged in a pattern of unconstitutional and unlawful conduct, including excessive force and discrimination against Black and Native American people. The report calls for the City of Minneapolis to take immediate steps to address the issues and enter into a court-enforceable agreement to ensure that the MPD reforms its practices and policies. The findings of the report are a reminder that the fight for justice and equality is far from over.
Prominent Colorado plastic surgeon Geoffrey Kim was found guilty of attempted manslaughter in the death of 18-year-old Emmalyn Nguyen on Wednesday. Kim attempted CPR on Nguyen but later admitted he did not call 911 for help for approximately five hours. Kim was found guilty of attempted reckless manslaughter and obstruction of telephone service and faces up to three years in prison when he is sentenced on September 8. Nguyen's family has also filed a civil lawsuit against Kim and the medical facility.
On Thursday, a tornado tore through the Texas Panhandle town of Perryton, killing three people and injuring dozens more. Emergency personnel from surrounding towns and cities and from neighboring Oklahoma have descended on the town to help with the aftermath, while the National Weather Service has issued a warning for the area. Perryton is now in the process of assessing the damage and beginning the long road to recovery, with emergency personnel urging people to stay away from affected areas and follow safety protocols.
Tragic Tornado Strikes Texas Panhandle City of Perryton, Killing at Least Three and Injuring Over 50
Tragic Tornado Strikes Texas Panhandle City of Perryton, Killing at Least Three and Injuring Over 50
At least three people have been killed and more than 50 injured after a tornado struck the Texas Panhandle city of Perryton on Thursday. Ochiltree County Sheriff Terry Bouchard reported that the tornado caused "a lot of damage," particularly to mobile homes and businesses. Emergency personnel are still assessing the damage and providing assistance to those affected. The National Weather Service in Amarillo has yet to confirm the size of the tornado.
Federal investigators have revealed that design flaws in the pool deck of the Surfside, Florida, apartment building, which collapsed in June 2021 killing 98 people, put the building at risk of failure before it was even built. The investigation is still ongoing, and the findings of the investigation will be released in the coming months. The National Institute for Standards and Technology is working with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation to ensure similar tragedies do not occur in the future.
Several U.S. agencies have been hacked as part of a global cyberattack that has affected dozens of companies and organizations. CISA is providing support to the affected agencies and is working to identify the vulnerability and ensure it is patched. The agency is also urging organizations to take steps to protect their systems and is providing resources to help them respond to the attack.
Jack Teixeira, a former Air National Guardsman, has been indicted on six counts of willful retention and transmission of national defense information. He allegedly shared highly classified military documents on a social media platform, despite having received training on the proper handling of classified information. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and three years of supervised release.