A severe storm system swept through parts of the United States, resulting in tragic consequences in Moore, Oklahoma, where a 12-year-old boy and a woman lost their lives due to intense flooding. The storm, characterized by large hail and strong winds, affected a vast region from the South to the Northeast, with Moore experiencing significant flooding that led to numerous high-water incidents. As the storm posed a threat to over 45 million people, authorities remained on high alert, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and caution during such extreme weather conditions.
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A Texas woman has been charged with murder after punching a pregnant medical worker, causing her to lose her unborn child. Cheri Akil had been arrested two days prior for credit card or debit card abuse and was restrained due to suicidal tendencies when the alleged assault occurred. The medical worker is recovering from her injuries, and the motive for the attack is still unknown.
Rep. Lance Gooden (R-Texas) has endorsed former President Donald Trump's 2024 presidential bid after a meeting with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in Washington, D.C. Gooden's endorsement is a sign of Trump's continued influence in the Republican party, and could be a precursor to other GOP endorsements as the 2024 presidential election approaches. The meeting was attended by prominent Republican senators, who have yet to make any endorsements, and DeSantis is also being floated as a potential GOP presidential contender.
Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) has called for the impeachment of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas due to his relationship with a GOP megadonor, prompting Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin to promise a hearing on the alleged ethics violations. Reports suggest that Thomas failed to disclose luxury travel, gifts and a real estate transaction involving the donor, Texas-based billionaire Harlan Crow. Senate Democrats have expressed their disapproval but have yet to outline a plan to investigate Thomas.
A substitute teacher at Kimbrough Middle School in Mesquite, Texas was fired Thursday after an investigation revealed that she had encouraged students to fight in her classroom. The district learned of the incident after a video surfaced showing fights in the teacher's classroom and determined that her actions were "appalling and intolerable". The district is continuing to investigate the incident and is taking steps to ensure that all substitute teachers are properly trained and monitored.
The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a ruling from a federal judge in Texas that would have put a pause on the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone, a medicine used in two-step medication abortions. This decision will allow for nationwide access to mifepristone to be preserved until Wednesday, when the justices will consider next steps. Abortion clinics are readying contingency plans in case mifepristone's FDA approval is overturned.
Army Sergeant Daniel Perry was found guilty of murdering Garrett Foster at a Black Lives Matter rally in Austin last July. Recently unsealed documents revealed Perry had expressed discontent with the protests and looting that followed the police killing of George Floyd, and had posted white power memes and messages about killing demonstrators on social media. The jury found Perry guilty of murder after deliberating for less than two hours, sparking debate over the use of lethal force in self-defense and the potential for racial bias in the justice system.
Key takeaways: The Southfork Dairy Farm fire is a tragedy that has deeply impacted the community of Dimmitt. The cause of the fire is still…