Former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro pass rusher Aldon Smith has died at 36, the team said Saturday. Smith set a 49ers single-season sack record in 2012 before suspensions and legal issues disrupted his NFL career.
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Equipment stolen from England’s World Cup team during transport from Florida to Kansas City has been recovered, the BBC reported. Police said two people were taken into custody as local, state and federal authorities investigated the theft.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, left one person dead and nine others hospitalized before the suspected attacker was confirmed dead after a police standoff. City officials said the scene remained active and road closures would continue while the investigation proceeded.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, thanking her family in an emotional New York speech. The ceremony also honored Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins, Kiss members, Tricky Stewart and others.
Health officials in World Cup host cities are preparing for measles, heat illness, foodborne outbreaks and mosquito-borne diseases as millions of fans travel across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Local departments are expanding inspections and surveillance while federal and academic teams build tracking systems for potential outbreaks.
A gas explosion destroyed a Dallas apartment building Thursday, injuring at least four and causing multiple fatalities. Emergency crews continue recovery efforts amid ongoing investigations.
Colin Allred wins the Democratic runoff against incumbent Julie Johnson for Texas' 33rd Congressional District, setting up a November contest against the Republican nominee. The campaign featured sharp disputes over immigration and financial records.