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The U.S. Supreme Court stopped a Rastafarian man from suing Louisiana prison officials who made him cut his dreadlocks. The case involved religious rights and prison rules.
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The man follows the Rastafarian religion, which values dreadlocks as a spiritual symbol.
Louisiana prison officials required him to cut his dreadlocks while he was in prison.
He wanted to sue the prison officials, claiming they violated his religious rights.
The Supreme Court blocked his lawsuit, preventing the case from moving forward.
The decision affects how religious rights are handled in prisons.
The case was reviewed by the highest court in the U.S., the Supreme Court.
No further legal action can be taken against the prison officials in this matter at this time.
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President Donald Trump has started several major projects in Washington, D.C., during his second term, including resurfacing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and building a large new ballroom at the White House. These efforts have led to high costs and some legal and public issues.
Key Facts
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was resurfaced with a new blue paint and a filtration system; the final cost was about $16.4 million, much higher than the initial $1.5 million estimate.
The pool's water turned green shortly after reopening due to leftover algae, and paint began peeling from the pool's bottom.
President Trump claimed without evidence that the pool was vandalized; some people were arrested or cited for vandalism.
The White House East Wing was demolished to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom with seating for 1,000 guests.
The ballroom project was first estimated to cost $200 million but now could cost up to $600 million.
President Trump says the ballroom will be paid for by himself and private donors, including large tech and defense companies.
The ballroom is being justified as a security measure for large events after recent threats and incidents near the White House.
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Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper said drones will be increasingly important for police work. His department recently used a drone to safely take a weapon away from a suspect.
Key Facts
Sheriff Jim Cooper leads the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department in California.
The department used a drone earlier this month to disarm a suspect.
Drones help officers enter houses more safely by providing information and support.
Sheriff Cooper believes drones are the future tool for law enforcement.
The use of drones aims to reduce risks for police officers and the public.
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The article says Congress should improve rules about foreign money given to U.S. universities. It suggests making schools report smaller amounts and fully revealing funds from certain countries.
Key Facts
The current rules about foreign money coming into U.S. colleges are weak.
The National Defense Authorization Act (a law governing defense spending) could include changes on this issue.
The article wants the reporting threshold lowered, meaning schools report even smaller payments.
It asks for full disclosure when money comes from countries that may pose a risk.
The goal is to increase transparency and reduce potential dangers linked to foreign funding in universities.
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George Pino was found not guilty of manslaughter and felony vessel homicide after a boat crash in Biscayne Bay that killed a teenager and left another disabled. The jury concluded the crash was a tragic accident, but the victim’s family disagrees with the verdict and criticizes the investigation.
Key Facts
The boat crash happened on September 4, 2022, during an 18th birthday party on a 29-foot vessel.
Luciana Fernandez, 17, died after being thrown from the boat when it hit a steel channel marker.
Katerina Puig, 21, suffered severe head injuries and is permanently disabled.
Investigators found 61 empty alcohol containers on the boat, but George Pino was not tested for alcohol.
Pino denied speeding or being impaired and said he only drank two beers.
The initial charges were misdemeanors but were upgraded to felonies with possible 15-year sentences.
The Florida fish and wildlife commission changed policies after criticism of the investigation.
The Puig family received a $16 million settlement to cover medical costs, and another settlement was made with George Pino.
Miami-Dade’s state attorney expressed sympathy but acknowledged the verdict brings no comfort to the victims’ families.
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The White House said President Donald Trump was not given an experimental obesity drug called retatrutide through the FDA’s compassionate use program. A news report suggested a patient receiving the drug matched President Trump’s age, but the White House denied it and called the report incorrect.
Key Facts
The FDA’s compassionate use program allows some patients to try drugs that are not yet fully approved.
STAT News reported that a 79-year-old man with obesity and related health problems received the drug retatrutide from Eli Lilly.
The report suggested this patient might be President Donald Trump, who recently turned 80.
The White House strongly denied that President Trump was the patient.
White House spokesperson Kush Desai called the report baseless speculation.
The White House responded on social media to clarify the patient was not President Trump.
Newsweek contacted Eli Lilly and the Department of Health and Human Services for comments.
The article about this situation is still developing, and further updates are expected.
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A shooting at the Butte County Library in Chico, California, killed two people on Monday evening. Police arrested an 18-year-old suspect named Bradley Scott Sayer, who acted alone and is charged with murder.
Key Facts
The shooting happened shortly after 5 p.m. on Monday at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library.
Two people died, and one child was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
The suspect, Bradley Scott Sayer, fled when police arrived but was caught behind the library.
Police said the suspect had no known connection to the victims.
The suspect was booked into Butte County Jail on two counts of murder.
The Butte County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI are assisting with the investigation.
All Butte County library branches were closed the following day.
A family reunification center was set up for those in the library during the shooting.
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The Trump administration announced $17.5 billion in loans to help build 10 new large nuclear reactors. These reactors aim to meet rising electricity demand from growing data centers and could start operating in the mid-2030s.
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The $17.5 billion loan program supports construction of 10 new nuclear reactors.
The reactors will use Westinghouse’s AP1000 design, previously used at Plant Vogtle in Georgia.
Construction could begin by 2030, with reactors becoming operational in the mid-2030s.
The funding will buy nuclear parts with long lead times but is not for construction costs.
Seven utilities have signed letters of intent; five sites will be chosen to host two reactors each.
Nuclear power production is targeted to grow four times over the next 25 years by President Trump.
Data centers currently use 4-5% of U.S. electricity and are expected to nearly triple their usage by 2028.
The goal is to build reactors faster and cheaper than past projects like Plant Vogtle, which had delays and cost overruns.
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President Donald Trump will meet with leaders of major U.S. defense companies and senior Pentagon officials to talk about the country’s shrinking supply of advanced munitions. The meeting at the White House will focus on ways to increase production of these weapons.
Key Facts
President Trump is hosting a meeting with top U.S. defense contractors.
Senior Pentagon officials will also attend the meeting.
The main topic is the decrease in America’s stock of sophisticated munitions (advanced weapons or ammunition).
The goal is to discuss increasing the production of munitions.
The meeting is expected to involve strong discussion or disagreement.
This takes place amid concerns about national defense readiness.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday at the White House.
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New York Congressman Dan Goldman was banned from a Brooklyn coffee shop because of his support for Israel. The US Justice Department is now investigating the coffee shop for possible discrimination.
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Dan Goldman is a Democratic Congressman representing New York’s 10th district.
Poetica Coffee in Brooklyn banned Goldman due to his pro-Israel views and posted about it on social media.
The coffee shop later refunded his purchase and deleted the controversial post.
The US Justice Department's civil rights division announced it is investigating the coffee shop for discrimination.
Goldman said he prefers resources be used to investigate antisemitism against people without a public platform.
The coffee shop’s post accused Goldman of supporting groups involved in genocide and racism.
Goldman attended an Israel Day parade and expressed pride in celebrating Israel as a nation, distinguishing it from its government.
Poetica Coffee describes itself as a welcoming place honoring the concept of treating guests with dignity.
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Savannah Guthrie spoke on NBC’s Today show about her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who went missing after being kidnapped in January. She asked people with information to help find her mother, saying the family is very upset and needs answers.
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Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped in January.
A note sent to the media in February claimed Nancy had died.
Savannah Guthrie is publicly asking for help to find her mother.
She appeared on NBC’s Today show on June 23 to share an update.
The family received two notes after the kidnapping.
They believe someone has information about Nancy’s case.
Savannah described the family as being in great pain because of the situation.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is allowing Iran’s national soccer team to enter the U.S. two days before their World Cup match against Egypt in Seattle. The team will still have to leave immediately after the game, but the extra day will help them prepare on U.S. soil despite previous travel difficulties.
Key Facts
DHS changed travel rules to let Iran’s soccer team enter the U.S. earlier than before.
The team’s base camp is in Tijuana, Mexico.
The match is scheduled for Friday, June 26 in Seattle.
The team must leave the U.S. right after the game.
This change gives the team an extra day to prepare in the U.S.
Iran’s team has faced visa denials and strict travel restrictions since arriving in Mexico.
The DHS says this is to ensure safety on the playing field amid diplomatic tensions.
The situation has caused ongoing logistical challenges for the team.
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Key primary elections are happening in New York, Maryland, and Utah. Voters in these states are heading to the polls to choose candidates for upcoming general elections.
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Primary elections are currently underway in three U.S. states: New York, Maryland, and Utah.
Primaries determine which candidates will represent political parties in later elections.
These elections are important to decide local and national political leadership.
President Donald Trump gave remarks at a truck manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania on the same day.
Other news events mentioned include severe weather, Senate activities, and updates on U.S.-Iran relations.
The article is part of live coverage by ABC News focusing on political and current events.
Primary results could impact the political balance in Congress and state governments.
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President Donald Trump is leading several large construction projects in Washington, D.C. These projects are changing the city’s appearance but face legal challenges and questions about how they will be paid for.
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President Trump is overseeing five major construction projects in Washington, D.C.
These projects are altering the look of the city.
Some projects are involved in legal disputes.
There are concerns about how the projects will be funded.
CBS News correspondent Ed O’Keefe reported on the developments.
The projects are part of President Trump’s current administration plans.
These construction efforts reflect ongoing changes in the capital city.
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The U.S. Supreme Court recently reinstated the conviction of a man accused of kidnapping and murdering 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979. This case had a big impact on how people and authorities handle missing children cases in the United States.
Key Facts
Etan Patz, a 6-year-old boy, was kidnapped and murdered in 1979.
The Supreme Court brought back the conviction of the man accused in the case.
This case was one of the first high-profile missing child cases in the U.S.
The crime "touched a nerve" with parents and the public, raising awareness.
Author Lisa Cohen wrote a book called "After Etan" about the case's impact.
The case changed how missing children cases are viewed and handled across the country.
The public’s concern about child safety grew significantly after this event.
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A man named Benjamin Song was sentenced to 100 years in federal prison for shooting and injuring a police officer outside a Texas immigration center on July 4. Other protesters connected to antifa were also given long prison sentences for their roles in the incident.
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The shooting happened last July 4 at the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas.
Benjamin Song was convicted of attempted murder in March.
Song wounded a police officer during the shooting.
Several other protesters accused of links to antifa were also sentenced.
The other protesters received multiple decades in federal prison.
The case involved violence during a demonstration outside an immigration detention center.
The sentences were handed down by a federal court in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Millions of Americans who receive SNAP food assistance will start getting their July benefits beginning July 1, with the exact date depending on where they live. States and territories decide their own payment schedules, so benefit payments are spread out throughout the month.
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SNAP benefits in July will be paid from July 1 to July 28, depending on the state or territory.
Each state sets its own schedule based on factors like case numbers or Social Security numbers.
Holidays like the July 4 weekend can cause payment dates to shift to earlier business days.
Some states pay all benefits at the start of the month, while others spread payments across two or more weeks.
Larger states like Florida and Texas stagger SNAP payments over most of the month.
SNAP payments are loaded onto Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, not given as cash or checks.
The average SNAP household receives about $354 monthly.
Maximum benefits for fiscal year 2026 range from about $298 for one person to $994 for a family of four.
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The search for a child who went missing in Lake Michigan near Washington Park Beach in Indiana was stopped because the water conditions were too dangerous. Several agencies worked together to find the child using divers, a boat, and drones, but poor visibility and strong currents made the search too risky.
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A child was seen entering the water wearing red shorts and disappeared beneath the surface near the Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse.
The LaPorte County Dispatch Center received the report at about 5:43 p.m. on Monday.
The search involved the Michigan City Fire Department, Police Department, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, and LaPorte County Emergency Medical Service.
Four fire department divers and one natural resources diver participated in the search.
The search used a fishing boat and drone technology to help look for the child.
Strong currents, changing waves, and low underwater visibility made the search dangerous.
Dive operations were stopped to protect the safety of the responders.
Several divers were injured but received medical attention.
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The Trump administration announced it will provide $17.5 billion in loans to help build 10 new large nuclear power plants. The Energy Department plans to give up to five loans, each supporting two nuclear reactors.
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The Trump administration is offering $17.5 billion in loans for nuclear power projects.
The loans are meant to speed up building 10 large-scale nuclear plants.
Up to five loans will be issued, each covering two reactors.
The projects receiving loans will have joint ownership.
The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Energy.
These nuclear plants aim to support the country’s energy needs.
The announcement was made on a Tuesday by Energy Department leaders.
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