A suspect in police custody opened fire inside a Chicago hospital, killing one police officer and critically injuring another. The suspect was arrested shortly after the shooting, and no hospital patients or staff were harmed.
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The shooting happened at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago on April 25, 2026.
The suspect was brought to the hospital around 9 a.m. for medical treatment while in police custody.
Hospital security scanned the suspect with weapon-detection tools before the shooting.
Around 11 a.m., the suspect obtained a firearm, shot two officers, and fled the scene.
One officer died at the hospital, and another was in critical condition.
The suspect was quickly captured and a firearm was found at the scene.
The hospital confirmed no patients or staff were physically harmed.
The hospital campus was closed briefly while law enforcement investigated.
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One Chicago police officer died and a second was seriously hurt after a prisoner shot them inside Swedish Hospital. The suspect was caught after hiding in a nearby home.
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The shooting happened around 10:50 a.m. at Swedish Hospital in Chicago’s Lincoln Square area.
A 38-year-old officer with 10 years on the force was killed.
A 57-year-old officer with 21 years on the force was critically injured.
The suspect had been arrested for robbery and was at the hospital for observation.
The prisoner managed to get a gun and shot the officers before fleeing.
The suspect was caught after a standoff near the hospital.
A third gun was found, but it’s unclear where it came from.
No hospital staff or patients were hurt during the shooting.
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Doctors in the United States warn that this year may see more cases of diseases spread by ticks because more tick bites have already been reported early in the season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is advising people to protect themselves as tick activity and related hospital visits are higher than usual.
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Tick bites are happening earlier and more often than usual across much of the U.S. this year.
The CDC has issued a warning urging people to take precautions against tick bites now.
Emergency room visits for tick bites are the highest since 2017 for this time of year, except in the south-central U.S.
Ticks can carry diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and a red meat allergy called alpha-gal syndrome.
Lyme disease affects nearly half a million people annually in the U.S., often treated with antibiotics.
Climate change, mild winters, and higher populations of animals like deer and mice are helping tick numbers grow.
In Connecticut, 40% of the ticks tested so far have Lyme disease bacteria, showing a strong local risk.
Small ticks called nymphs, which are harder to see and remove, will become more common soon, increasing infection risk.
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President Donald Trump said that after he canceled a U.S. delegation’s trip to Islamabad for peace talks with Iran, the U.S. received a new proposal from Iran. He noted the new proposal arrived very soon after the trip was canceled.
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President Trump canceled a U.S. delegation’s trip to Islamabad.
The trip was meant for a second round of peace talks with Iran.
After the cancellation, Iran sent a new proposal to the U.S. within about 10 minutes.
The original proposal from Iran was seen as less favorable.
The new proposal came quickly after the U.S. canceled the planned talks.
The situation involves ongoing attempts to negotiate peace or agreements between the U.S. and Iran.
President Trump communicated this information directly to reporters.
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Arizona is suing the federal government to stop a new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center near a site in Surprise, Arizona, that holds dangerous chemicals. The state says the government did not properly check environmental risks and that the facility breaks immigration laws.
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Arizona filed a lawsuit on Friday to block a proposed ICE detention center in Surprise, Arizona.
The detention center could hold between hundreds and 1,500 people.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says the government skipped required environmental reviews.
The planned site is near a warehouse storing thousands of gallons of hazardous chemicals used in semiconductor production.
The warehouse was bought by the federal government for $70 million in January 2025 and is being converted for detention use with over $300 million in contracts.
ICE says it reviewed environmental impacts and that the lawsuit is politically motivated.
Congress provided $45 billion in July 2025 to fund expanded ICE detention capacity through 2029.
Other states like Maryland and cities like Atlanta are also opposing or pausing similar large detention center plans.
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U.S. Central Command said its forces intercepted a ship called M/V Sevan in the Arabian Sea. The vessel is part of a group known as the "shadow fleet," which the U.S. is blocking as part of sanctions on Iran. The ship was escorted back to Iran as part of the ongoing blockade of Iranian ports.
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The intercepted ship is named M/V Sevan.
The interception happened in the Arabian Sea.
A U.S. Navy helicopter from the USS Pinckney guided the operation.
The ship is part of 19 "shadow fleet" vessels identified in Operation Economic Fury.
These ships are sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department.
The blockade aims to pressure Iran through economic means under President Donald Trump’s administration.
So far, 37 vessels have been redirected away from Iranian ports since the blockade began.
U.S. forces are actively enforcing sanctions and controlling maritime traffic to and from Iran.
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Wildfires in Georgia have burned nearly 40,000 acres and destroyed over 120 homes. The state declared a 30-day emergency to help manage the fires, which started around April 18 and are fueled by dry weather conditions.
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Two main fires, the Pineland Road Fire and the Highway 82 fire, are burning in southeast Georgia.
Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for 91 of 159 counties.
The fires have burned more than 39,500 acres and destroyed at least 120 homes.
Dry weather and drought have made the area very prone to quick-spreading fires.
The Highway 82 fire may have started from a foil balloon touching a power line.
The Pineland Road fire likely began due to a welding spark.
There is a ban on outdoor burning in 91 counties to prevent more fires.
Emergency crews are still fighting dozens of smaller wildfires in the region.
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A U.S. federal court stopped President Donald Trump’s administration from deporting Hayam El Gamal and her five children after they were held in immigration detention for 10 months. Although a judge ordered their release, immigration authorities re-arrested the family, but another emergency court order prevented their removal from the United States.
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Hayam El Gamal and her five children, ages 5 to 18, were held in immigration detention for 10 months.
They were released earlier this week after a federal judge's order.
Days after their release, immigration officials detained the family again and tried to deport them quickly.
A U.S. District Judge granted an emergency order blocking the family’s deportation.
The family entered the U.S. on tourist visas and are applying for asylum.
The detention followed an attack by El Gamal’s former husband in Boulder, Colorado; the family was not charged or found involved in the attack.
The family’s lawyers say the long detention caused health problems and was unlawful, especially for the children.
Immigration rights groups say holding children for long times is usually illegal.
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Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao promised to continue building ships after the previous Navy Secretary, John Phelan, was fired. This change happened during President Donald Trump’s effort to speed up the construction of Navy ships.
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Hung Cao is the new Acting Navy Secretary.
John Phelan, the former Navy Secretary, was recently fired.
President Trump wants to increase the speed of building Navy ships.
Cao posted a video on social media outlining his goals for the Navy.
Taking care of Navy service members’ needs is a top priority for Cao.
The leadership change is connected to President Trump’s push for faster shipbuilding.
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Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and U.S. Secretary of the Interior, died at age 74. He had been diagnosed with colon cancer last year and passed away in Boise.
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Dirk Kempthorne was a Republican politician from Idaho.
He served as mayor of Boise, U.S. senator, governor of Idaho, and Secretary of the Interior under President George W. Bush.
Kempthorne died on Friday evening in Boise at age 74.
He was diagnosed with colon cancer the year before his death.
Kempthorne’s family highlighted his devotion to family and public service.
President George W. Bush praised Kempthorne as a smart and considerate public servant who cared for natural resources.
Kempthorne was known for showing kindness and respect to everyone he met.
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Comedian Bill Maher joked that the White House Correspondents Dinner is a chance for President Trump to make insulting remarks about the press. Maher said he was curious to see how political the jokes would be during the event.
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Bill Maher is a comedian and host of the HBO show "Real Time."
He spoke about the White House Correspondents Dinner on his show.
Maher said the dinner is an opportunity for President Trump to say insulting things to the media.
He expressed interest in watching the event to see how political the jokes would be.
The White House Correspondents Dinner is an annual event involving the press and politicians.
The dinner often features speeches and jokes directed at current political figures, including the president.
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The cost of seeing a dermatologist in Australia is rising, with an average first visit costing about $230 out-of-pocket. Many people skip needed skin care because they cannot afford these fees, even though skin cancer rates are high and ongoing treatment is often important.
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An average first visit to a dermatologist in Australia costs about $230 out-of-pocket; follow-up visits cost nearly $190.
Prices increased by around $18 for first visits and $20 for follow-ups in one year.
Smaller states like Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania saw larger cost increases.
Australia has under 700 dermatologists and about 130 trainees, fewer than other specialties like psychiatry.
Many dermatologists do cosmetic work outside the Medicare system, reducing availability for medical care.
Limited government funding and resources restrict the number of dermatology trainees and public services.
Nearly 810,000 Australians over age 15 did not see a specialist when needed due to cost in 2024-25.
Medicare rebates have not kept up with the rising costs of running dermatology clinics, making care less affordable for some.
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A woman and her young child died after getting into trouble in the water at Elthorne Park in west London. Police are investigating the incident but do not believe it was suspicious.
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The incident happened at Elthorne Park in Ealing, west London.
Police were called just before 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.
A woman and a child were pulled from the water but both died at the scene.
The police are working to find the victims’ next of kin (family members).
Police said the deaths are not considered suspicious.
An investigation is ongoing to understand what happened.
First responders and members of the public tried to help during the incident.
The police extended condolences to the family and friends of the victims.
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A shooting at a Chicago hospital left one police officer dead and another critically hurt. The suspect, who was already in police custody and receiving medical treatment, opened fire on officers before being arrested again.
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The shooting happened at Endeavor Health Swedish hospital in Chicago on Saturday morning.
One police officer was killed, and another was critically injured, shot in the head.
The suspect was already in police custody when taken to the hospital for treatment.
The hospital followed safety checks, including searching the suspect for weapons upon arrival.
The suspect opened fire inside the hospital before leaving the building.
Police quickly caught the suspect again after the shooting.
The hospital and nearby medical campus remain on lockdown during the investigation.
Chicago alderpersons publicly thanked officers and sent their support to those affected.
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Two large wildfires in southeastern Georgia have destroyed more than 120 homes and continue to threaten lives and property. Officials warn that strong winds could make the fires spread quickly and urge people to evacuate if ordered.
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The Brantley County fire started on Monday and destroyed at least 87 homes, the most ever for a single fire in Georgia.
This fire began when a foil balloon hit power lines, causing a spark that ignited dry material on the ground.
The fire covers more than 14.8 square miles and is about 10% contained.
A second fire near the Florida border burned over 46.9 square miles and destroyed at least 35 homes.
This second fire started from sparks during welding and is also about 10% contained.
Firefighters are also handling over 150 other smaller wildfires across Georgia and Florida.
The fires and smoky haze have caused air quality warnings in some areas.
Experts say the fires are worse because of drought, strong winds, climate change, and dead trees from Hurricane Helene.
A volunteer firefighter in northern Florida died after a medical emergency while fighting a fire; no deaths have been reported in Georgia.
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President Donald Trump is expected to attend the annual White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner for the first time as president. The event brings together journalists and the president to highlight the importance of a free press, though the relationship between President Trump and the media has been tense.
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President Trump did not attend the WHCA dinner during his first term or the first year of his second term as president.
He has attended the event before as a guest in 2011 and as a private citizen in 2015.
The WHCA dinner is meant to celebrate free speech and the First Amendment, often featuring light humor about the president and journalists.
Critics debate whether journalists should socialize with those they report on, with some news organizations boycotting the event for this reason.
Nearly 500 retired journalists recently signed a petition urging the association to oppose President Trump’s actions against press freedom.
The Associated Press invited Taylor Budowich, a former White House official involved in a lawsuit against the administration over press access.
The dinner will also honor outstanding reporting, including stories that President Trump has criticized.
Some reporters see the event as an opportunity to build relationships that help with newsgathering.
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The El Gamal family, who spent 10 months in ICE detention, were released by a federal judge but were taken back into custody shortly after. Their lawyer says ICE plans to deport the family soon.
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The El Gamal family includes Hayam El Gamal and her five children.
They spent nearly a year in ICE custody before being released by order of U.S. District Judge Fred Biery.
Their release happened earlier this week.
Shortly after their release, ICE re-detained the family.
ICE says the family’s deportation is imminent.
Their attorney, Eric Lee, is asking people to help stop the deportation.
The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, has not yet commented.
This situation is ongoing and updates are expected.
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President Donald Trump has asked the Senate to end the filibuster, a rule that slows down voting, to help pass the SAVE America Act. The bill, led by Republicans, is currently stuck in the Senate with no progress.
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President Trump wants to end the filibuster in the Senate.
The filibuster is a rule that allows a few senators to delay or block a vote.
The goal is to pass the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act is supported by Republicans.
The bill is currently not moving forward in the Senate.
Trump says not passing the bill would be very bad for one political party.
The name of the bill stands for Safeguard American Voter Eligibility.
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Paolo Zampolli, a special envoy for global partnerships under President Donald Trump's administration, denies allegations made by his ex-wife Amanda Ungaro. He rejects her claims about their past relationship, ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and immigration issues, saying the accusations are false and have harmed his family.
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Paolo Zampolli denies Amanda Ungaro's allegations about their relationship and says she was 19 when they met, not 15 as she claims.
Zampolli denies any personal connection to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender who died in prison.
Ungaro describes herself as an Epstein victim and has shared claims about her past and connections online.
Zampolli says Ungaro's public statements have hurt his family, especially his son.
Ungaro has faced criminal and civil legal issues in the U.S. and Brazil, including an arrest and deportation.
Zampolli contacted U.S. immigration officials after Ungaro's deportation to find his son but denies using favors.
The Department of Homeland Security says no political influence was involved in Ungaro’s immigration case.
Zampolli disputes claims that Ungaro had close political ties, saying she only took brief photos at public events.
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President Donald Trump canceled a planned trip by special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan. The trip was meant for peace talks involving Iran. He spoke to reporters about this decision at Palm Beach International Airport.
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President Donald Trump canceled a diplomatic trip.
Special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were scheduled to go to Pakistan.
The purpose of the trip was to hold peace talks with Iran.
The cancellation was announced at Palm Beach International Airport.
President Trump personally spoke to reporters after canceling the trip.
The talks involved multiple countries, including Pakistan and Iran.
The trip was related to efforts to improve relations with Iran.
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