Former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey sued the U.S. government Monday to get her job back, saying her firing was for political reasons and was unconstitutional.

Her lawsuit in Manhattan federal court blamed the firing on the fact that her father is James Comey, a former F.B.I. director, or because of her perceived political affiliation and beliefs, or both.

Comey is seeking to be reinstated as well as a declaration that her firing was unlawful and a violation of the Separation of Powers clause in the U.S. Constitution.

Defendants have not provided any explanation whatsoever for terminating Ms. Comey. In truth, there is no legitimate explanation, the lawsuit said.

Comey, who successfully prosecuted hundreds of cases since becoming an assistant U.S. attorney in 2015, was notified of her dismissal in an email with an attachment saying she was being fired (p)ursuant to Article II of the United States Constitution and the laws of the United States, the lawsuit said.

James Comey was fired as FBI director by President Donald Trump in 2017. The lawsuit noted that he has since written a memoir critical of Trump and has continued to publicly criticize Trump and his administration, including a social media post in May that Trump and others perceived as threatening.

The lawsuit noted that Maurene Comey's firing in July came the day after her supervisors had asked her to take the lead on a major public corruption case and three months after she'd received her latest Outstanding review.

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The politically motivated termination of Ms. Comey ostensibly under Article II of the Constitution upends bedrock principles of our democracy and justice system, the lawsuit said. Assistant United States Attorneys like Ms. Comey must do their jobs without fearing or favoring any political party or perspective, guided solely by the law, the facts, and the pursuit of justice.

Named as defendants in the lawsuit were, among others, the Justice Department, the Executive Office of the President, U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi, the Office of Personnel Management and the United States.

A message for comment from the Justice Department was not immediately returned.

Comey's July 16 firing came amid a spate of dismissals of prosecutors by the Justice Department without explanation, raising alarm that civil service protections meant to prevent terminations for political reasons were being overlooked.

Comey's lawsuit noted that she was employed with protections under the Civil Service Reform Act governing how and why she could be terminated, including specific prohibitions against termination for discriminatory reasons such as political affiliation.

Her termination violated every one of those protections, the lawsuit said.

The Justice Department also has fired some prosecutors who worked on cases that have provoked Trumps ire, including some who handled U.S. Capitol riot cases and lawyers and support staff who worked on special counsel Jack Smiths prosecutions of Trump.

She became a rising star in her office for her work on the case against financier Jeffrey Epstein and his onetime girlfriend, British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, and the recent prosecution of music mogul Sean Diddy Combs.

Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence after her December 2021 conviction on sex trafficking charges. She was recently transferred from a prison in Florida to a prison camp in Texas.

Epstein took his own life in a federal jail in August 2019 as he awaited trial on sex trafficking charges. Combs is awaiting sentencing next month after his conviction on prostitution-related charges after he was exonerated in July of more serious sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges.

Guidepost Solutions has issued its after-action report on the law enforcement response to the November 2021 Oxford High School shootings that killed four students.

According to Guidepost, the report focuses on:

The effectiveness of the response by first responders, including but not limited to law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency management, crisis counseling, and mental health coordinators; Command and coordination, communications including 9-1-1 operations, and interagency information sharing; Recovery efforts, including those involving the mental health of the community and first responders; and Strengths and weaknesses in protocols, policies, procedures, as well as training within all relevant first responder and governmental entities.

While the report does laud the response to the shootings, it did "identify certain breakdowns in command, coordination, communication, and training, which demonstrate the need for improved rapid response protocols, rescue task force (RTF) training, and enhanced tactical medical readiness. It is vital to victim survival, in cases where the injuries are not inherently fatal, that fire, EMS, and law enforcement agencies are trained to deploy integrated response teams quickly and effectively."

For the sheriff's office, the report "identified some deficiencies in: (i) the establishment of a unified command; (ii) communication practices upon entry into an active shooter scene; (iii) protocols related to the division of responsibilities between the OCSO School Resource Officer (SRO) and school security; and (iv) training."

The report does highlight issues raised by the lack of communication, including the delay in establishing a chain of command:

There were some breakdowns in communication regarding the locations of officers and victims early in the response. For example, the first two officers to enter OHS, while understandably focused on the apprehension of the shooter, did not provide updates on their own movements, victim locations, or conditions via radio. Best practices suggest that, as the first responders on the scene, they are the de facto command and should not only announce their entry point but also provide information about what they saw as they came upon the victims in the hallway. Also, due to a lack of effective communication, some efforts were duplicated. Injuries were reported multiple times and OHS surveillance depicted numerous deputies clearing the same hallways.

In the response by first responders, the report found "areas for improvement with respect to (i) command, (ii) communications, (iii) protocols in this case with regards to staging, and (iv) training." One place where the report is critical in the response is in how fire crews were dispatched to the scene. It found:

We identified an unnecessary delay in dispatching OFD in response to those calls. At 12:52:32, the first 9-1-1 call came in with a definitive report of injury. At specifically 2:19 minutes into the call, at 12:54:51, the caller confirmed a victim shot. At 12:52:59 information regarding shots fired was dispatched to all OCSO units on radio East channel. OFD was not dispatched until 12:59:56. Best practices suggest dispatch should be within 15-30 seconds of receipt of a call, and within no more than 60 seconds. The call data reviewed indicates that the call takers recognized this incident as a confirmed active shooter event well before the decision to dispatch the fire department.

The report suggests that "in low occurrence-high threat events such as active shooter incidents, especially those at schools, it is logical that all necessary resources be dispatched even before confirmation of injuries."

As for the cooperation among agencies in responding to the situation, the report "identified deficiencies within the agencies communication, a lack of joint training exercises, and other coordination problems."

To strengthen active assailant preparedness, we recommend that first responder agencies in Oakland County adopt county-wide integrated policies that clearly define expectations for law enforcement, fire, and EMS agencies. A county-wide integrated active assailant response plan would involve predetermined checklists for supervisors and clear tactical procedures for law enforcement, fire, EMS, and emergency management.

Another place where communication was an issue was in the reunification process. According to the report:

While many OHS families reported a positive experience with the reunification process, the approach fell short in providing sufficient communication and emotional support to the families of the victims. The families of Madisyn, Tate, and Hana came to the reunification center with the expectation of reuniting with their children. However, after two hours and no more students arriving from the school, the parents were ushered into a store breakroom where they were informed that their children were killed. Madisyns and Hanas families were subsequently transported to the OCSO Oxford Substation. Our discussions with Nicole Beausoleil, Buck Myre and Steven St. Juliana suggest that families did not approve of the means and/or manner by which the information was relayed. While they understood that there was no perfect way to convey this information, Nicole Beausoleil felt that the words were emotionally disconnected and significantly contributed to the continued trauma suffered. All agreed that OCSOs delayed disclosure of their childrens passing, repetition of additional buses coming, and overall silence gave the impression that officers were not being forthcoming.

Four students were killed during the shooting: Tate Myre, Justin Shilling, Hana St. Juliana, and Madisyn Baldwin. Seven other people were injured.

The school shooter pleaded guilty in the case and was sentenced to life without parole. He was 15 at the time of the shooting. James and Jennifer Crumbley were both convicted on four counts of involuntary manslaughter related to the shooting carried out by their son.

Oxford did hire Guidepost Solutions to conduct an investigation. That investigation was released in October 2023 and was a 572-page report that detailed what district officials may have known about the shooter. However, the families said that many people refused to cooperate and left key questions unanswered because they didn't have subpoena power.

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In response to the release of the law enforcement after-action report, which specifically calls for more training across agencies, Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter released the following statement:

Oakland County is committed to taking an open and honest look at how we respond to emergency events, including active assailant incidents like the Oxford High School shooting. The county has held a robust schedule of training for our thousands of first responders during the last 15 years, but we know that there are always lessons to be learned and ways to strengthen our response to prevent and address these tragedies. We saw on that day how our first responders reacted with dedication and courage in the face of horrifying violence, and this report reinforces their immense bravery. It also includes important insights that will help us build on the comprehensive strategies we already have in place, and we hope it will provide some long-awaited answers for the families and community. You can read the entire report from Guidepost Solutions below: (**WARNING** The report contain details on the injuries suffered by the victims of the shooting.)

Guidepost Solutions Oakland County After Action Report and Appendices by WXYZ-TV Channel 7 Detroit

The report also includes a full timeline of the events. You can read that below:

Oxford High School Shooting Timeline - Guidepost Solutions by WXYZ-TV Channel 7 Detroit

Venezuela has accused the United States of illegally seizing a fishing vessel and detaining nine fishermen for eight hours over the weekend, escalating tensions between the two nations as President Donald Trump increases pressure on Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro.

The South American country said a U.S. military patrol "illegally and hostilely" detained the fishermen and their vessel in Venezuela's exclusive economic zone in the Caribbean.

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The fishing boat had authorization from the Ministry of Fisheries to carry out its work, according to Venezuela Foreign Minister Yvn Gil. He called the incident a direct provocation through illegal use of excessive military means.

Officials said the fishermen were then released under escort by the Venezuelan navy.

The boat was seized by a U.S. warship as part of ongoing American military patrols in the Caribbean region. The U.S. has recently deployed warships to the area to target drug cartels and combat potential drug trafficking operations.

The incident represents the latest escalation in heightened tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela as the Trump administration steps up pressure on Maduro's government.

This story was reported on-air by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy.

Miniature fridges sold by Paris Hilton's brand are being recalled because the electrical switch can short-circuit and pose a fire hazard.

According to an alert posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall includes over 100,000 "Paris Hilton Mini Beauty Fridge" sold in a 4-liter model in pink, white, aqua and hot pink and a 10-liter model in pink and white.

The mini fridges meant to store skincare products were sold nationwide by Walmart, Ross and Amazon.

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There is a list of serial numbers associated with the recall on the CPSC's website. The model number and serial number can be found on the back of the unit for the 4-liter model and on the bottom of the unit for the 10-liter model.

Customers are being asked to immediately stop using the recalled models and register to receive a refund.

So far, the CPSC said it has received 27 reports of the mini fridges overheating and catching fire, but no injuries have been reported. Damage was isolated to the unit itself and surrounding surfaces.

A new ice cream-inspired cookie will join the lineup of Thin Mints, Samoas and other favorites during the 2026 Girl Scout cookie season.

The Girl Scouts announced that Exploremores will be their newest addition. The sandwich cookies are inspired by Rocky Road ice cream and feature chocolate, marshmallows and toasted almond-flavored crme.

Exploremores will be available at cookie booths and online during the 2026 season, which generally runs from January through April. Customers can sign up to receive email or text alerts when the cookies go on sale in their area. To sign up for texts, people can message Cookies to 59618.

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The 2026 lineup includes 11 cookie varieties, some of which cater to dietary needs. Toffee-tastic and Caramel Chocolate Chip are gluten-free, while Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties and Lemonades are vegan.

Prices vary by region but generally run about $6 a box.

"With each cookie box sold, consumers are supporting Girl Scouts as they learn, grow and thrive through all of lifes adventures," the organization said in a statement. "All proceeds from cookie sales stay local with Girl Scout councils and troops to help fund life-changing programs, experiences and learnings all year long.

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sunday urged New Yorkers to vote Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City, giving the Democratic nominee one of his most significant endorsements to date in the contest to lead the nation's biggest city.

Writing in the New York Times' opinion section, Hochul said that while she and Mamdani diverged on some issues, they came together on the importance of addressing the affordability crisis in the city and across the state.

But in our conversations, I heard a leader who shares my commitment to a New York where children can grow up safe in their neighborhoods and where opportunity is within reach for every family, wrote Hochul, a Democrat. I heard a leader who is focused on making New York City affordable a goal I enthusiastically support.

The stunning success of Mamdani, a 33-year-old self-described democratic socialist, in the race for New York City mayor has exposed divisions within the Democratic Party as it struggles to repair its brand more than half a year into Donald Trumps presidency. Hochuls endorsement is the latest sign that Democratic leaders who had been skeptical of Mamdanis liberal views are beginning to consolidate around him.

Mamdani thanked Hochul for the boost, saying it's a sign our movement is growing stronger.

Governor Hochul has made affordability the centerpiece of her work. I look forward to fighting alongside her to continue her track record of putting money back in New Yorkers pockets and building a safer and stronger New York City where no one is forced to leave just so they can afford to raise a family," Mamdani said in a statement Sunday night. Im grateful to the Governor for her support in unifying our party as well as the work shes done standing up to President Trump, securing free lunch meals for our kids, and expanding access to childcare.

In recent weeks, the other candidates in the race former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and Republican Curtis Sliwa have intensified their criticism of Mamdani over his platform and past statements ahead of the citys general election in November.

Hochul said another reason she decided to back Mamdani was his vow that he would make sure the New York Police Department had the resources it needs to keep the city's streets and subways safe.

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I urged him to ensure that there is strong leadership at the helm of the N.Y.P.D. and he agreed, Hochul wrote.

Mamdani, who is leading in the polls, has not been endorsed by some prominent Democrats, including Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, the minority leaders in the U.S. Senate and House.

U.S. House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik, a New York congresswoman, said Hochul's endorsement is a sign that the governor is moving left to shore up falling poll numbers.

At the exact moment when New Yorkers are looking for strong leadership from their Governor with a majority opposing Zohran Mamdani, Kathy Hochul embraces this raging Communist who will destroy New York making it less affordable and more dangerous once again putting criminals and communists first, and New Yorkers LAST, Stefanik said in a Sunday statement.

Mamdani soundly defeated Cuomo in the Democratic primary. Cuomo has since relaunched his campaign as an independent. Adams, a Democrat, skipped the primary to run as an independent in November. Sliwa ran unopposed in the Republican primary.

Hochul served as lieutenant governor to Cuomo and replaced him after he stepped down in 2021 following a barrage of sexual harassment allegations. He denied wrongdoing during the campaign, maintaining that the scandal was driven by politics.

The Macomb County Sheriffs Office said two adults and two kids were on a boat when it exploded in Harrison Township on Sunday afternoon.

Officials say the four people were anchored in Belvedere Bay, and when they attempted to leave, the engine compartment caught fire and exploded.

The four people were ejected from the boat, the sheriffs office says.

According to the sheriffs office, a nearby boater was able to help get the occupants out of the water; three of the four people were injured in the incident and transported for medical treatment.

Officials say the three injured people are stable at this time.

No foul play is suspected in the incident.

Each year during Hispanic Heritage Month, huge celebrations can be expected across the U.S. to showcase the diversity and culture of Hispanic people.

This year, the Trump administration's immigration crackdowns, a federally led English-only initiative and an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion push have changed the national climate in which these celebrations occur. Organizers across the country, from Massachusetts and North Carolina to California and Washington state, have postponed or canceled heritage month festivals altogether.

Celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic cultures, the country's fastest-growing racial or ethnic minority, according to the U.S. Census. The group includes people whose ancestors come from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

More than 68 million people identify as ethnically Hispanic in the U.S., according to the latest census estimates.

How did Hispanic Heritage Month start?

Before there was National Hispanic Heritage Month, there was Hispanic Heritage Week, which was created through legislation sponsored by Mexican American U.S. Rep Edward R. Roybal of Los Angeles and signed into law in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.

The weeklong commemoration was expanded to a month two decades later, with legislation signed into law by President Ronald Reagan.

"It was clustered around big celebrations for the community," Alberto Lammers, director of communications at the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute said. "It became a chance for people to know Hispanic cultures, for Latinos to get to know a community better and for the American public to understand a little better the long history of Latinos in the U.S."

Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point to coincide with the anniversary of "El Grito de Dolores," or the "Cry of Dolores," which was issued in 1810 from a town in Mexico that launched the country's war for independence from Spain.

The Central American nations of Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica celebrate their independence on Sept. 15 and Mexico marks its national day on Sept. 16, the day after the cry for independence.

Also during National Hispanic Heritage Month, the South American nation of Chile observes its independence day on Sept. 18.

The White House so far has not mentioned any planned events. Last year, President Joe Biden hosted a reception and issued a proclamation for the occasion.

Who is Hispanic?

Hispanic was a term coined by the federal government for people descended from Spanish-speaking cultures. But for some, the label has a connotation of political conservatism and emphasizes a connection to Spain. It sometimes gets mistakenly interchanged with "Latino" or "Latinx."

For some, Latino reflects their ties to Latin America. So some celebrations are referred to as Latinx or Latin Heritage Month.

Latin Americans are not a monolith. There are several other identifiers for Latin Americans, depending largely on personal preference. Mexican Americans who grew up during the 1960s Civil Rights era may identify as Chicano. Other may go by their family's nation of origin such as Colombian American or Salvadoran American.

Each culture has unique differences when it comes to music, food, art and other cultural touchstones.

Immigration fears lead to celebration cancellations

September typically has no shortage of festivities. Events often include traditional Latin foods and entertainment like mariachi bands, folklrico and salsa dance lessons. The intent is to showcase the culture of Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and other Latin countries.

Masked ICE agents carrying out President Donald Trump's policies via workplace raids at farms, manufacturing plants and elsewhere which has included detaining legal residents led some to fear large gatherings would become additional targets for raids. Another obstacle heritage celebrations face is the perception that they'd violate bans on DEI programming something Trump has discouraged across federal agencies. Some companies and universities have followed suit.

Early in September, organizers of a Mexican Independence festival in Chicago announced they would postpone celebrations due to Trump's promises of an immigration crackdown in the city.

"It was a painful decision, but holding El Grito Chicago at this time puts the safety of our community at stake and that's a risk we are unwilling to take," said the organizers of the festival.

A new date has not yet been announced. Though Mexican Independence Day falls on Sept. 16, celebrations in Chicago typically span more than a week and draw hundreds of thousands of participants for lively parades, festivals, street parties and car caravans.

"The fact that the federal government is sending troops as we start these celebrations is an insult," Illinois state Sen. Karina Villa, a Democrat, said at a news conference. "It is a fear tactic. It's unforgivable."

Similarly, Sacramento's annual Mexican Independence Day festival was canceled, with organizers citing the political climate and safety concerns.

Other events that have been canceled include the Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas, Hispanic Heritage Fest in Kenner, Louisiana and FIESTA Indianapolis.

Protests may take the place of canceled festivals

Ivan Sandoval-Cervantes, an anthropology professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, said when celebrations are canceled from the top down it affects how we see them throughout the country. Used to seeing celebrations in Las Vegas advertised, he has seen very little leading up to this year's heritage month.

"If it's not being celebrated by a specific state that doesn't mean they won't be celebrated but they might go into the private sphere," Sandoval-Cervantes said. "Where it's safer to embrace the symbols or even speak Spanish."

In Mexico, the government launched a new appeal to raise awareness among Mexican migrants to take every possible precaution during the holidays because any incident, such as while driving, could lead to a deportation.

"Rather than not celebrating, be cautious" and gather at the consulates, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Friday.

On Thursday, Mexico's foreign affairs secretary said there would be more consular staff on duty to respond to any emergency. Mexican nationals stopped by U.S. authorities are advised to not flee, remain silent and not sign any documents.

Chicago Latino leaders called on residents to remain peaceful during expected protests at Mexican Independence Day celebrations, arguing that any unrest could be used as justification for sending federal troops to the city.

"We will not allow others to use our fear or our anger against us," said Berto Aguayo, of the Chicago Latino Caucus Association. "We will not take the bait. We will know our rights. We will protect each other and peacefully protest."

DNA evidence from a screwdriver and a towel that was wrapped around a discarded firearm matches the man charged with killing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, according to Erica Knight, spokesperson for FBI Director Kash Patel.

Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested Thursday night, nearly two days after Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Kirk was about 20 minutes into his event when a single shot struck him in the neck.

Knight said the FBI is also investigating a note that stated, I have the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and Im gonna take it. She said the original note was destroyed, but forensic evidence and interviews confirmed its content.

The suspect has not confessed and is refusing to cooperate, Knight said. She added that others around him, including his partner, are cooperating with investigators.

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Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Robinsons partner is a male transitioning to female. He noted it is uncertain whether gender identity influenced the motive, given Kirks history of opposing transgender rights.

This partner has been very cooperative, had no idea that this was happening, Cox said Sunday.

Meanwhile, the FBI is examining a group chat with more than 20 members linked to the suspect, Knight said. So far, no one else has been charged.

As the investigation continues, plans are underway to honor Kirks life. A public memorial titled Building a Legacy: Remembering Charlie Kirk is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 21, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. The event, hosted by Turning Point USA, will open its doors at 8 a.m., with the program beginning at 11 a.m.

Vice President JD Vance hosted a podcast episode of "The Charlie Kirk Show" on Monday to "pay tribute" to his friend.

Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative political influencer and long-time ally of the vice president and President Donald Trump, was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking at a Utah Valley University event in Orem, Utah.

The show opened at noon ET with a montage video of different clips of Kirk speaking at various events and photos of him with different political figures.

"The last several days have been extremely hard," Vance began. "The thing is, every single person in this building we owe something to Charlie."

Vance said he was broadcasting from his office on the White House grounds. The show included other guests from President Trump's cabinet like White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

Kirk founded Turning Point USA, a right-wing political nonprofit organization that advocates for conservative politics on high school and college campuses across the U.S. making him a major figure and voice within the young conservative movement, with millions of followers across his various social media platforms.

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Vance has credited Kirk for helping to advance his political career, and said on the podcast show Monday that he was "critical" in getting him and President Trump elected to the White House.

During her first public statement since her husband's death, Erika Kirk thanked Vance and his wife for their support.

"Charlie was one of the first people I called when I thought about running for senate in early 2021. I was interested but skeptical there was a pathway. We talked through everything, from the strategy to the fundraising to the grassroots of the movement he knew so well," Vance wrote on X last week. "He introduced me to some of the people who would run my campaign and also to Donald Trump Jr. 'Like his dad, he's misunderstood. He's extremely smart, and very much on our wavelength.' Don took a call from me because Charlie asked him too."

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Vance had Kirk's remains flown from Utah to his home state of Arizona on Air Force Two, accompanied by him, Second Lady Usha Vance and Kirk's family members.

In another post on X last week, Vance said, "Charlie Kirk was a true friend. The kind of guy you could say something to and know it would always stay with him. I am on more than a few group chats with Charlie and people he introduced me to over the years. We celebrate weddings and babies, bust each other's chops, and mourn the loss of loved ones. We talk about politics and policy and sports and life. These group chats include people at the very highest level of our government. They trusted him, loved him, and knew he'd always have their backs. And because he was a true friend ,you could instinctively trust the people Charlie introduced you to. So much of the success we've had in this administration traces directly to Charlie's ability to organize and convene. He didn't just help us win in 2024, he helped us staff the entire government."

Two men were arrested after allegedly leaving an incendiary device underneath a Scripps News Group vehicle in Utah.

The men, Adeeb Nasir, 58, and Adil Justice Ahmed Nasir, 31, were booked into jail and face multiple charges, including Threat of Terrorism, Possessing Weapons of Mass Destruction, and Possessing Explosive Devices.

The device underneath the vehicle was originally located on Friday and determined to be real. According to officials, the device had been lit but "failed to function."

Because of the type of device discovered and where it was located, it was considered a significant threat to public safety, leading the FBI to assume jurisdiction over the case.

During the FBI investigation, the suspects were tracked to a Magna home.

On Saturday, the FBI served a warrant on the home, along with the Salt Lake City Police Department and Unified Fire bomb squads, to make sure no other explosive devices were a danger inside.

The men were located at the home, and during the search, they told investigators that "two hoax weapons of mass destruction" that officials discovered were "real," the arrest report stated.

Although the warrant was issued for the search of evidence related to the incendiary devices found under the news vehicle, law enforcement officials "observed additional contraband and evidence of crimes outside the scope of the original warrant, to include firearms and firearm related items, explosives and explosive-related components, illegal narcotics and associated paraphernalia, as well as electronic devices reasonably believed to contain evidence" of the original device that was discovered.

According to the Salt Lake City Police Department, both men had protective orders that prohibit them from possessing firearms.

FOX 13 News is working closely with law-enforcement and our risk management team, with the safety of our employees as our top priority," said FOX 13 Station Manager Leona Wood.

This story was originally published by Jeff Tavss with the Scripps News Group station in Salt Lake City.

The United States and China have reached a framework agreement to keep TikTok operating in the U.S., Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday.

"We have a framework for a TikTok deal. The two leaders, @POTUS

and Party Chair Xi, will speak on Friday to complete the deal," Bessent said on Monday.

President Donald Trump also alluded to the agreement on Truth Social.

"A deal was also reached on a certain company that young people in our Country very much wanted to save," Trump said Monday morning. "They will be very happy! I will be speaking to President Xi on Friday. The relationship remains a very strong one!!!"

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President Trump has delayed enforcement of a law that would ban TikTok in the U.S. three times. The first delay came through an executive order on Jan. 20, his first day in office. The second delay occurred in April, when White House officials believed they were close to finalizing a deal to spin off TikTok into a U.S.-owned company, a plan that never materialized. The latest delay, issued in June, is set to expire Sept. 17.

The law requires ByteDance, TikToks Chinese parent company, to divest from the popular video-sharing app. Lawmakers passed the bipartisan measure citing concerns that the Chinese government could compel the company to hand over U.S. user data or manipulate TikToks algorithm to influence public opinion.

TikTok has more than 170 million U.S. users, many of whom rely on the app for business and entertainment.

The Ford Motor Company is moving its world headquarters after nearly 70 years at the Glass House, the automaker announced on Monday.

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The company is moving from the iconic Glass House to a new 2.1 million-square-foot world headquarters closer to Greenfield Village, about a mile away from the Glass House.

The move, according to the company, is to spark innovation and promote collaboration by bringing thousands of engineering, design, and technology workers together.

Work will be ongoing on the new headquarters, and it is set to be completed in 2027. A public grand opening of the new building on the Henry Ford II World Center campus is being planned for this November.

Check out this timelapse video of the new headquarters from Ford in the player below: VIDEO: Ford provides timelapse of new world headquarters

The company said the new headquarters will be a net-zero energy building, and will have four floors and workspaces for 4,000 employees.

According to the company, the amenities in the new building include:

Six confidential Design Studios and a central Design Showroom with 10 vehicle turntables and a 64-foot micro-LED screen, allowing for full product reviews in a single space. The new headquarters will be a Net-Zero Energy Building, featuring energy-efficient systems, water-saving measures, and waste reduction strategies. A Central Energy Plant will supply hot water and steam, while DTEs MI Green Power program supports its net-zero carbon goals. A 160,000-square-foot food hall, complete with a rotating menu and 12 added acres of greenspace

Upon completion, 14,000 employees will be within a 15-minute walk of the new headquarters.

"This 2.1 million-square-foot building isn't just a new address; it's the physical manifestation of our Ford+ plan to lead the electric and digital revolution in automotives," said a Ford spokesperson in a release announcing the new headquarters. "For the first time, it places corporate leadership, design teams, and engineering within steps of one another, creating an epicenter of innovation designed to accelerate the development of the next generation of vehicles."

According to Ford, the Glass House is set for demolition over the next 18 months and the site will be repurposed.

The City of Dearborn has released the following statement about the announcement:

"Ford Motor Companys importance to our community cannot be overstated. More than just the industrial heartbeat of the modern American economy, Fords legacy is deeply intertwined with this citys history. Weve been proud neighbors with the world headquarters across Michigan Avenue, and we are excited for Ford to contribute to the citys vitality as the company finds a new home in its expansive new, state-of-the-art research hub just down the road in Dearborn. The City of Dearborn will always be the home of Ford, whether its down the block or right across the street.

A preliminary hearing will be held on Monday morning in Troy District Court for four people charged in connection with the explosion of a hyperbaric chamber that killed a 5-year-old boy in January.

The explosion happened on Jan. 31, when Thomas Cooper, 5, was receiving hyperbaric oxygen treatment at The Oxford Center in Troy.

Oxford Center owner Tamela Peterson along with Jeffrey Mosteller and Gary Marken each face one count of second-degree murder and one count of involuntary manslaughter. Aleta Moffitt, the operator of the hyperbaric chamber, is charged with one count of involuntary manslaughter and one count of medical records intentionally placing false information on chart.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the charges in March.

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This tragedy could have been prevented if proper safety protocols were followed, Nessel said in a previous statement. Instead, deliberate negligence and a blatant disregard for safety cost a child his life. I appreciate the investigatory efforts of the Troy Police Department. My office remains committed to seeking justice for Thomas and holding those responsible accountable.

The Oxford Center released the following statement about the charges:

After cooperating with multiple investigations starting immediately after the tragic accident in January, we are disappointed to see charges filed. The timing of these charges is surprising, as the typical protocol after a fire-related accident has not yet been completed. There are still outstanding questions about how this occurred. Yet, the Attorney Generals office proceeded to pursue charges without those answers. Our highest priority every day is the safety and wellbeing of the children and families we serve, which continues during this process.

Thomass family is being represented by Fieger Law.

James Harrington, managing partner at Fieger Law, told us in February that Thomas had received 35 treatments and the explosion happened during his 36th treatment.

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"Under no circumstances should anything like this ever happen ever," Harrington previously told us. "When we met with the family, it was one of the most heartbreaking things Ive ever seen."

Thomass mother was also reportedly in the room and sustained some injuries to her arms.

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Officials say the chamber contains 100% oxygen, which is five times the amount of oxygen in a normal room, and can be extremely combustible.

According to The Oxford Center website, the therapy is a "specialized form of medical treatment administered by delivering 100% pure oxygen to the body through increased atmospheric pressure greater than 1.3 ATA in an enclosed hard chamber."

According to a GoFundMe page, Thomas loved life, running, and swimming, and he liked to draw and figure out how things worked. Thomas leaves behind his mom, dad, and younger brother.

Seth Rogen and The Studio turned the Emmys into a wrap party, winning best comedy series Sunday and breaking a comedy record for victories in a season with 13, while Noah Wyle and The Pitt took the top drama prize.

The evening also brought meaningful wins for Jean Smart, Stephen Colbert and 15-year-old Owen Cooper, whose Netflix series Adolescence dominated the limited series categories.

Im legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me, The Studio co-creator Rogen said with his signature giggle, surrounded by cast and crew from the Apple TV+ movie-business romp after it won best comedy at the Peacock Theater in a show hosted by Nate Bargatze that aired on CBS. Rogen personally won four, including best actor.

The Pitt from HBO Max completed a sentimental journey with its win for best drama series. The character-driven medical drama won over viewers and gained emotional momentum during a season whose biggest drama prizes once seemed destined to be swept by Severance.

Wyle won best actor in a drama for playing a grizzled, warm-but-worn-down supervising doctor, getting his first Emmy after five nominations with no victories in the 1990s for playing a scrubbed young cub doctor on ER.

What a dream this has been, Wyle said. Oh my goodness.

Katherine LaNasa, whose nurse is perhaps the show's most beloved character, was a surprise winner of best supporting actress in a drama over three women of The White Lotus on a night when every acting Emmy but one went to a first-time victor.

The first-timers included Britt Lower, who won best actress in a drama, and Tramell Tillman, who won best supporting actor, in the night's two biggest moments for Severance.

Along with its creative arts wins, the Orwellian workplace satire ended up with eight for its acclaimed second season. Star Adam Scott lost out to Wyle for best actor.

The show's losses kept the evening from being a total triumph for Apple TV+, which has still never won a best drama prize, though it has now won best comedy three times between The Studio and Ted Lasso.

Lowers win was a surprise in a category where Kathy Bates was considered a heavy favorite, for Matlock.

Cristin Milioti won best actress in a limited series for The Penguin.

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Jean Smart bucked the rookie trend, winning her fourth Emmy for best actress in a comedy for Hacks and her seventh Emmy overall. At 73, she extended her record for oldest winner in the category.

Adolescence triumphs

Netflixs widely acclaimed Adolescence, the story of a 13-year-old in Britain accused of a killing, won six times, including the Emmy for best limited series. Co-creator Stephen Graham won for lead acting and writing while Cooper won best supporting actor and became the youngest Emmy winner in over 40 years.

Cooper said in his acceptance that he was nothing three years ago.

Its just so surreal, Cooper said. Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple years back, I didnt expect to be even in the United States, never mind here.

Best supporting actress went to Erin Doherty, who played a therapist opposite Cooper in a riveting episode that like all four Adolescence episodes was filmed in a single shot.

A blockbuster night for The Studio

The Studio came into the evening having won nine Emmys already during last weekend's Creative Arts ceremony. On Sunday night, it added four more, which all went to Rogen. Along with the comedy series award, he won best directing with his co-creator and longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg, and best writing with Goldberg and others.

The show brought blockbuster buzz for its first season from the start and the Emmys ate it up, whether because of Hollywood's love for stories about itself (with A-list guest stars) or the television industry's love for stories that mock the self-importance of movie people.

Backstage, Rogen clumsily tried to hold up all four Emmys at once. Asked whether the night will be fodder for season two, he said no.

This is, like, far too good a thing to have happen on our show, he said. Our show is generally based on stress and disappointment and right now, were all very happy.

A night of surprise winners

Smart's castmate and constant scene partner Hannah Einbinder, who had also been nominated for all four seasons of Hacks but unlike Smart had never won, took best supporting actress in a comedy.

She said she had become committed to a long-term bit where it was cooler to lose.

But this is cool too! she shouted, then ended her speech by cursing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and saying Free Palestine! Political sentiments from the stage were otherwise rare.

In perhaps the night's biggest upset, Jeff Hiller won best supporting actor in a comedy for Somebody Somewhere, over Ike Barinholtz of The Studio and others.

Colbert gets a rousing send-off

Colbert may have been the night's most popular winner, taking best talk series for The Late Show With Stephen Colbert for the first time. He got huge ovations both when he took the stage to present the first award and when he won.

The win may have been the result of a protest vote and a desire to pay tribute to its host, weeks after its cancellation by CBS. Jimmy Kimmel, who was among his competitors, campaigned for Colbert to win.

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Sometimes you only truly know how much you love something when you get a sense that you might be losing it, Colbert said in his acceptance.

Many perceived the end of the show as punishment of Colbert and placation of President Donald Trump after Colbert was harshly critical of a legal settlement between the president and Paramount, which needed administration approval for a sale to Skydance Media. Executives called the decision strictly financial.

Colbert showed no bitterness to CBS, thanking the network, which telecast the Emmys and aired a commercial celebrating his win, for letting him be part of the late-night tradition.

Bargatze delivered his opening monologue only after the first award was handed out.

The show opened with a sketch where Saturday Night Live stars Mikey Day, Bowen Yang and James Austin Johnson joined Bargatze, who played television inventor Philo T. Farnsworth opining on what the future of TV will be like.

Bargatze-as-Farnsworth mentions that there will one day be a Black Entertainment Television. When asked if there will be a network for white people, he replied, Why, CBS of course.

The assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has led to calls for action to prevent future political violence. But many Democrats and Republicans are focusing on different issues.

Some Democrats want stronger gun control laws. Kirk, however, was a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment and often spoke out against new gun restrictions. With Republicans in power, additional gun control measures are unlikely to pass.

Republicans, meanwhile, have called for improved security for public figures. There are also reports that the Trump administration is asking Congress for additional funding in the upcoming budget fight. The government runs out of money at the end of the month, and lawmakers must reach a deal to avoid a government. The White House is reportedly requesting $58 million to improve security for the executive and judicial branches.

If approved, most of the funding would go to the U.S. Marshals Service to enhance judicial security. The White House has also signaled support for any steps Congress may want to take to strengthen its own security posture.

Many lawmakers have warned for years that they need more protection. Currently, only top congressional leaders receive around-the-clock security from the U.S. Capitol Police. Most rank-and-file members drive themselves and attend events in their districts without dedicated protection, raising questions about whether Congress is doing enough to keep its members safe.

The U.S. Capitol Police is on track this year to investigate about 14,000 threat assessments against members of Congress.

The iPhone 17 is generating a lot of buzz for its slimmer design and advanced capabilities.

The standout feature is the Center Stage front camera, optimized for selfies in any orientation a response to the more than 500 billion selfies iPhone users took last year.

"So we think it's gonna make people's selfie game even better," said Kaiann Drance, Apple's VP of iPhone marketing.

But are the redesigned camera, improved storage, or new color options enough to justify spending $800 or more on an upgrade?

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Should you buy an iPhone 17, or buy a new battery for your old phone?

Consumer reactions are mixed

Patrice Coleman, who owns an iPhone 15, expressed interest in upgrading. But Bella Maynard, who has a 16 Pro Max, plans to hold off.

"Since I just got a new phone, probably not," Maynard said.

In the 2025 iPhone Survey by WalletHub, 59% of consumers say they won't be buying a new phone this year due to tariffs and inflation.

Phone repair might be all you need

For budget-conscious consumers, there are alternatives to costly upgrades. Bashar Alvustani, who owns Wireless Technologies, specializes in extending the life of older phones. He can replace batteries in the iPhone 12 or newer models for less than $100.

"It's a fraction of the cost of the phone, like $75 to $100 to change the battery," Alvustani said.

His shop can also replace cracked screens and repair cameras that are no longer functioning properly.

There are two good reasons to go ahead and buy a new smartphone:

If repairs to a damaged phone cost nearly as much as a new one.  If your phone is no longer supported and no longer gets essential security updates. 

Industry analyst Bob O'Donnell from TECHnalysis Research believes the iPhone 17's success will largely depend on which specific model consumers choose.

"I don't know if it'll dramatically move the needle, other than for people who really want that iPhone Air -- super thin phone, right?" O'Donnell said.

For the basic, Pro, or Pro Max models, a simple battery replacement might be enough to keep current phones running smoothly for another year, so you dont waste your money.

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Gas prices continue to decline across the state, with prices down 13 cents in Michigan from just last week, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).

On average, Michigan drivers are paying an average of $3.05 for regular unleaded fuel, down 12 cents since last month and 21 cents since this time last year.

This means that for a full 15-gallon tank of gas, drivers are paying an average of $45, down $12 from last year's highest price.

Gas prices in metro Detroit currently sit at an average of $3.17/gallon, about nine cents less than last week and 11 cents less than this time last year.

Here is a look at the priciest and cheapest gas prices in the state:

Most expensive gas price averages:  Ann Arbor ($3.19), Metro Detroit ($3.17), Marquette ($3.01) Least expensive gas price averages: Grand Rapids ($2.87), Flint ($2.90), Lansing ($2.90)

To find gas prices near you, click here.

Seth Rogen and The Studio turned the Emmys into a wrap party, winning best comedy series Sunday and breaking a comedy record for victories in a season with 13, while Noah Wyle and The Pitt took the top drama prize.

The evening also brought meaningful wins for Jean Smart, Stephen Colbert and 15-year-old Owen Cooper, whose Netflix series Adolescence dominated the limited series categories.

Im legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me, The Studio co-creator Rogen said with his signature giggle, surrounded by cast and crew from the Apple TV+ movie-business romp after it won best comedy at the Peacock Theater in a show hosted by Nate Bargatze that aired on CBS. Rogen personally won four, including best actor.

The Pitt from HBO Max completed a sentimental journey with its win for best drama series. The character-driven medical drama won over viewers and gained emotional momentum during a season whose biggest drama prizes once seemed destined to be swept by Severance.

Wyle won best actor in a drama for playing a grizzled, warm-but-worn-down supervising doctor, getting his first Emmy after five nominations with no victories in the 1990s for playing a scrubbed young cub doctor on ER.

What a dream this has been, Wyle said. Oh my goodness.

Katherine LaNasa, whose nurse is perhaps the show's most beloved character, was a surprise winner of best supporting actress in a drama over three women of The White Lotus on a night when every acting Emmy but one went to a first-time victor.

The first-timers included Britt Lower, who won best actress in a drama, and Tramell Tillman, who won best supporting actor, in the night's two biggest moments for Severance.

Along with its creative arts wins, the Orwellian workplace satire ended up with eight for its acclaimed second season. Star Adam Scott lost out to Wyle for best actor.

The show's losses kept the evening from being a total triumph for Apple TV+, which has still never won a best drama prize, though it has now won best comedy three times between The Studio and Ted Lasso.

Lowers win was a surprise in a category where Kathy Bates was considered a heavy favorite, for Matlock.

Cristin Milioti won best actress in a limited series for The Penguin.

Jean Smart bucked the rookie trend, winning her fourth Emmy for best actress in a comedy for Hacks and her seventh Emmy overall. At 73, she extended her record for oldest winner in the category.

Adolescence triumphs

Netflixs widely acclaimed Adolescence, the story of a 13-year-old in Britain accused of a killing, won six times, including the Emmy for best limited series. Co-creator Stephen Graham won for lead acting and writing while Cooper won best supporting actor and became the youngest Emmy winner in over 40 years.

Cooper said in his acceptance that he was nothing three years ago.

Its just so surreal, Cooper said. Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple years back, I didnt expect to be even in the United States, never mind here.

Best supporting actress went to Erin Doherty, who played a therapist opposite Cooper in a riveting episode that like all four Adolescence episodes was filmed in a single shot.

A blockbuster night for The Studio

The Studio came into the evening having won nine Emmys already during last weekend's Creative Arts ceremony. On Sunday night, it added four more, which all went to Rogen. Along with the comedy series award, he won best directing with his co-creator and longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg, and best writing with Goldberg and others.

The show brought blockbuster buzz for its first season from the start and the Emmys ate it up, whether because of Hollywood's love for stories about itself (with A-list guest stars) or the television industry's love for stories that mock the self-importance of movie people.

Backstage, Rogen clumsily tried to hold up all four Emmys at once. Asked whether the night will be fodder for season two, he said no.

This is, like, far too good a thing to have happen on our show, he said. Our show is generally based on stress and disappointment and right now, were all very happy.

A night of surprise winners

Smart's castmate and constant scene partner Hannah Einbinder, who had also been nominated for all four seasons of Hacks but unlike Smart had never won, took best supporting actress in a comedy.

She said she had become committed to a long-term bit where it was cooler to lose.

But this is cool too! she shouted, then ended her speech by cursing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and saying Free Palestine! Political sentiments from the stage were otherwise rare.

In perhaps the night's biggest upset, Jeff Hiller won best supporting actor in a comedy for Somebody Somewhere, over Ike Barinholtz of The Studio and others.

Colbert gets a rousing send-off

Colbert may have been the night's most popular winner, taking best talk series for The Late Show With Stephen Colbert for the first time. He got huge ovations both when he took the stage to present the first award and when he won.

The win may have been the result of a protest vote and a desire to pay tribute to its host, weeks after its cancellation by CBS. Jimmy Kimmel, who was among his competitors, campaigned for Colbert to win.

Sometimes you only truly know how much you love something when you get a sense that you might be losing it, Colbert said in his acceptance.

Many perceived the end of the show as punishment of Colbert and placation of President Donald Trump after Colbert was harshly critical of a legal settlement between the president and Paramount, which needed administration approval for a sale to Skydance Media. Executives called the decision strictly financial.

Colbert showed no bitterness to CBS, thanking the network, which telecast the Emmys and aired a commercial celebrating his win, for letting him be part of the late-night tradition.

Bargatze delivered his opening monologue only after the first award was handed out.

The show opened with a sketch where Saturday Night Live stars Mikey Day, Bowen Yang and James Austin Johnson joined Bargatze, who played television inventor Philo T. Farnsworth opining on what the future of TV will be like.

Bargatze-as-Farnsworth mentions that there will one day be a Black Entertainment Television. When asked if there will be a network for white people, he replied, Why, CBS of course.