Good news for 4th of July road trippers: A gallon of regular gas will cost 34 cents less than it did last year.
GasBuddy says the nationwide average price will be $3.15 per gallon, the cheapest since 2021.
Southern states offer the best fuel prices right now, according to AAA, with prices ringing in at less than $3. Gas is currently most expensive on the West Coast, where a gallon of regular in Washington State will cost more than $4.
The relatively low prices are expected to contribute to a glut of on-road travel for the long holiday weekend: some 62 million Americans are forecasted to make a road trip this July 4th.
David Bennett, senior automotive manager at AAA, spoke to Scripps News about preparing for a busier-than-usual road trip season.
Bennett recommends that drivers take their vehicles in for routine maintenance before hitting the road. For those short on time or money, he suggests at least checking tire tread and topping off essential fluids.
Once on the road, Bennett advises travelers to pack water and nonperishable food in case of an emergency. He also recommends carrying a first aid kit and basic tools.
President Trump on Tuesday threatened New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani with arrest, should he be elected and follow through with a campaign promise to "stop masked ICE agents from deporting our neighbors."
Speaking on Tuesday during a visit to a new migrant detention facility just opened in Florida, President Trump said the Justice Department would react swiftly to any such obstruction to ICE's operations.
"Well then, we'll have to arrest him," President Trump said.
"Look, we don't need a communist in this country, but if we have one, I'm going to be watching over him very carefully on behalf of the nation," he said.
The comments are President Trump's latest attack on Mamdani, who he called a "total nut job" earlier on Tuesday.
"A lot of people are saying he's here illegally," Trump said, without evidence, on Tuesday.
On Sunday, President Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from New York if, should Mamdani be elected mayor, he didn't "behave himself."
"If he does get in, Im going to be president, and hes going to have to do the right thing, or theyre not getting any money. Hes got to do the right thing or theyre not getting any money," President Trump said in an interview with Fox News.
Mamdani, who formally clinched a win over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the state's Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday, has called President Trump's latest comments "intimidation."
"His statements don't just represent an attack on our democracy but an attempt to send a message to every New Yorker who refuses to hide in the shadows: if you speak up, they will come for you," Mamdani said. "We will not accept this intimidation."
A human-sized robot casually walking down 7 Mile Road in Detroit has captured viral attention online and stopped pedestrians in their tracks.
The robot, named Zion, is part of a promotion for an upcoming robot battle event in the city.
Watch Carli Petrus' video report below: Robot seen walking down the road in Detroit
Eddie Abro, who works on 7 Mile, couldn't believe what he was seeing when he encountered the robot.
"I couldn't believe it. I've seen it on TV. I've never seen it in live motion the way it's walking and all that. It's beautiful," Abro said.
The unusual sight also caused Michelle Pryor to pull over and investigate.
"Reminds me of the movie 'RoboCop'," Pryor said.
Art Cartwright, the robot's owner and founder of Interactive Combat League, explained that the robot is harmless and part of his mission to bring robot technology to Detroit.
"This is really the only place that I can think of in America where you can actually see robots live, in person, real robots, right here at robowars.com," Cartwright said.
The robot seen on 7 Mile was promoting the upcoming RoboWar event scheduled for July 19.
"It's amazing. It's for the family. Anyone can come," Cartwright said.
Watch video of robot Zion in action below: Web extra: Robot Zion walks down 7 Mile Road in Detroit ahead of battle event
But Cartwright's mission extends beyond robot battles. He's giving Detroit youth the opportunity to learn advanced technology including 16-year-old Jacobi Wilson, who is learning to operate a robot named Quantum.
"It's amazing, but they're picking up on it fast. I mean, you can just give them the remote, tell them how to do it and they're learning robotics, they're learning the entire spectrum of it. But I think they're more trusting of the new technology than some of the older people are," Cartwright said.
Watch our extended interview with Art Cartwright in the video player below: Extended interview: Art Cartwright talks about RoboWar event in Detroit
Initially hesitant, Pryor now says she'll definitely attend the next RoboWar event.
"Yes, yes, this is just amazing," Pryor said.
Those interested in attending the July 19 event can find ticket information at robowar.com.
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An argument lead to a deadly punch at a Detroit gas station at the intersection of McNichols Road and Guston Street on Friday.
Sam Spruill Jr., 44, was the man who died in the incident. 7 News Detroit spoke with his father, Sam Spruill Sr.
Watch Darren Cunningham's video report below: Father speaks after son killed in gas station assault
Ever since he was a little kid, we always end the conversation (with) Dad, I love you. And I say it to him," Sam Spruill Sr. explained.
He told 7 News Detroit that little did he know, Thursday night would be the last time hed hear his son's voice.
The next day, two detectives knocked on his door.
To hear that my son had been murdered, it was a shock," Sam Spruill Sr. recalled.
According to the Wayne County Prosecutors Office, Sam Spruill Jr. and another man got into an argument at the gas station on Detroits east side.
Police arrested Rayshawn Barber. The 26-year-old was arraigned on Monday.
Prosecutors said Barber started to walk away and then allegedly sucker-punched Sam Spruill Jr. The victim fell and hit his head on the ground.
Sadly, he died from his injuries.
After the defendant had hit the complainant, he said, 'I told you to shut up talking to me,'" attorney Lisa Coyle with the city of Detroit Law Department told the judge.
"And I also noted... he returned to the gas station and saw the complainant not moving, but he did nothing to aid the complainant."
Sam Spruill Sr. said, I think about why would someone take someones life? What could he have done? What could my son had possibly done to him to want my son losing his life?
The prosecutor said Barber has a history of assault and also home invasion. Hes now charged with involuntary manslaughter and if convicted, Barber could spend 15 years in prison.
"He has to deal with the consequences, whatever the law says," Sam Spruill Sr. told 7 News Detroit.
It just so happens Sam Spruill Sr. has dedicated decades of his life to prison ministry.
And I thought, 'Man, how could this happen to me? Im a giver. I want to help guys get ready to come back to our communities and be productive citizens once again. Why would someone want to take my sons life? My only one.'
Sam Spruill Jr., his only son and his namesake, was a founding partner of Queens Bar in downtown Detroit.
He always had this attitude of just want to help somebody. He want to give. He never knew how to say no. If you needed something, hed give it to you, Sam Spruill Sr. said.
As the family prepares to say their final goodbyes, Sam Spruill Sr. said he finds himself daydreaming and reminiscing about the good times.
I was thinking about the time I even changed his diapers, ya know, when he first started doing karate and started playing the trombone in school, ya know, those moments. I was just in disbelief," he explained.
The U.S. will temporarily halt shipments of certain weapons systems to Ukraine, according to White House officials.
Scripps News confirmed the development with the White House on Tuesday.
"This decision was made to put Americas interests first following a DOD review of our nations military support and assistance to other countries across the globe," White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly told Scripps News in a statement. "The strength of the United States Armed Forces remains unquestioned just ask Iran."
According to reporting from multiple outlets, weapons being halted include munitions for Patriot air defense batteries, artillery rounds and Stinger, Hellfire and AIM-7 missiles. According to the reporting, the Pentagon has paused shipments while it reviews stockpiles of munitions, and may keep shipments paused if levels are found to be too low or if munitions are needed elsewhere.
Have you ever dreamed of living the lavish life of a celebrity? Well, now you can.
A Chicago-area mansion once owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan can now be rented on Airbnb. According to the listing, the 7.39-acre estate called Champions Point is located in Highland Park, Illinois, and boasts 12 bedrooms, 17.5 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to 12 guests.
Airbnb describes the estate as a "private oasis," featuring a movie theater, commercial gym, cigar lounge, wine cellar, pool tables, bars, and salt water aquariums. The property also comes with a professional grade golf putting green, a private pond stocked with fish, a zero-entry infinity pool, and of course a full basketball court.
The gated property, which is now owned by real estate investor John Cooper, was purchased for $9.5 million in 2024 after it spent years on the market and saw numerous price reductions.
"Champions Point has always been a legendary estate," Cooper said in a statement. "Now, we're making it possible for more people to experience that magic firsthand through our partnership with Airbnb Luxe. Whether it's a family retreat, milestone celebration, or unforgettable getaway with friends, this estate offers an unparalleled experience in luxury living."
The massive property is available to rent through Airbnb Luxe the company's ultra-premium service or it can be reserved directly at championspointe.com. However, if you're hoping to stay in a house where a six-time NBA champion once lived, it's going cost you.
The listing not only requires a minimum seven-night stay, but a weeklong vacation over Labor Day weekend, for example, would reportedly cost just over $120,000 about $17,000 per night.
A 14-year-old boy from Gaza is making remarkable progress in his recovery after surviving a bombing that killed his family and left him severely injured.
Watch Christiana Ford's video report: Teen from Gaza getting treatment in Dearborn Heights
Mohammed Eid is one of four children from Gaza, through Dubai, who were brought to Michigan in April through the nonprofit Heal Palestine's Global Healing Program. While two of the children have since moved to other states for continued treatment, Mohammed remains in metro Detroit, where he continues his rehabilitation.
"He needed help standing, he needed help walking, I still had to hold his hand," said his therapist, Abdullah Mrech, describing his condition upon arrival.
Now, just two months later, Mohammed is not only walking but kicking a soccer ball with Mrech at Max Pro Rehabilitation.
"Playing soccer and being able to walk and do these things is something that all kids should be able to do without any trouble," Mrech said.
There are still things Mrech is working with Mohammed on, like walking up and down stairs quickly, hip mobility, and agility. Mohammed wants to be able to run and play soccer again.
"It was like the biggest blessing I could have asked for, like to be, I'm so grateful to have been able to watch him through the process, and I just wish that I'm able to see throughout the whole thing and see him be as functional as possible," said Mrech.
Despite his progress, Mohammed carries deep emotional and physical scars. When his home in Gaza was bombed, he lost nearly everything, including his parents, siblings, and childhood.
"He's the sweetest kid. He's a very normal 14-year-old kid with an injury, with a trauma, with a lot of loss," said Wisal Samaha, Mohammed's host mom.
Samaha revealed that Mohammed was once an active child before the bombing.
"He was playing soccer every day in the neighborhood with his friend, I mean a typical kid, full of life and full of energy, said Samaha.
FULL INTERVIEW: Wisal Samaha talks about caring for Mohammad Eid FULL INTERVIEW: Wisal Samaha talks about caring for Mohammad Eid
Now, she says, Mohammed won't wear shorts.
"He has to deal with this with so much resilience, with so much positivity, with so much strength," Samaha said. She added that his faith has inspired hers.
Mohammed is receiving both medical care and counseling.
Max Pro Rehabilitation, which has provided physical therapy services free of charge in partnership with Heal Palestine, says he is the third child from Gaza that the center has helped.
"We are indebted to them for life, seeing their resilience, their fight. Just them being a kid. It just inspires us to do more," said Mohammed Elhassan, occupational therapist and president of Max Pro Rehab.
His foot still being mangled and his family thousands of miles away, but Mohammed has a simple message for those hearing his story. He doesn't want what happened to him to happen to any more children.
"His message is for the war to end," said Samaha.
Steve Sosebee, Founder and Executive Director of Heal Palestine, says they are still looking for help with medical care for his foot so that he can move forward with his care.
"We unfortunately were not able to find anyone in the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, Detroit area who are able to offer him the orthopedic surgery he needed on a charitable basis. So we're looking for treatment facilities for him in other areas of the country that would uh provide him the care he needs. Um, so hopefully, um we'll be able to arrange that in the coming weeks and get him to the next phase of treatment," said Steve Sosebee.
Sosebee says the three other children are progressing as well.
11-year-old Lana went to Florida, got a prosthetic limb, and is back in Egypt with her mother, waiting for the border to reopen to return to family in Gaza. 7-year-old Saher went to Cleveland, where he had to have his other leg amputated. He battled a severe bone infection and is expected to be released from care next week, receive prosthetic limbs, and then begin to learn to walk again. 12-year-old Whaheed, who lost a leg, arm, and eye, received care in Flint, Michigan, and is walking again.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.
A teenager is in critical condition after he was shot in the head Tuesday evening in Detroit, police said.
The shooting happened shortly after 4 p.m. in the area of Saint Aubin and Lafayette streets.
Police said the victim is a 17-year-old boy. What led up to the shooting is unknown at this time.
Watch Detroit Police Cmdr. Jevon Johnson provide details about the shooting in the video player below: Detroit police provide details after teen shot in the head
"Unfortunately right now, he's critical, fighting for his life, and so it's very unfortunate," Detroit Police Cmdr. Jevon Johnson said.
Suspect information wasn't immediately available. Police said the shooting happened in a green light location, where cameras are installed. They're looking at video taken at the location.
Police were searching for witnesses and anyone who may have saw anything in the area at the time.
"No. 1, our messaging is conflict resolution, not using gun violence, talk things out. Don't let people goad you into any type of violence, much less gun violence. And as well, call the police early," Johnson said. "But additionally, if you're in a situation, unfortunately, a lot of times, bystanders, innocent bystanders end up really being the true victims. So what you want do is if you see a a situation developing, you want leave just leave, so that you won't become a victim."
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the Detroit Police Department's 7th Precinct Detective Division at 313-596-5740. Tips can be reported anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP or detroitrewards.tv.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and warned Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen.
Trump announced the development as he prepares to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks at the White House on Monday. The U.S. leader has been increasing pressure on the Israeli government and Hamas to broker a ceasefire and hostage agreement and bring about an end to the war in Gaza.
My Representatives had a long and productive meeting with the Israelis today on Gaza. Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions to finalize the 60 Day CEASEFIRE, during which time we will work with all parties to end the War, Trump wrote, saying the Qataris and Egyptians would deliver the final proposal.
I hope, for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE, he said.
Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer was in Washington on Tuesday for talks with senior administration officials to discuss a potential Gaza ceasefire, Iran and other matters. Dermer was expected to meet with Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff.
The development came as over 150 international charities and humanitarian groups called Tuesday for disbanding a controversial Israeli- and U.S.-backed system to distribute aid in Gaza because of chaos and deadly violence against Palestinians seeking food at its sites.
The joint statement by groups including Oxfam, Save the Children and Amnesty International followed the killings of at least 10 Palestinians who were seeking desperately needed food, witnesses and health officials said. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes killed at least 37 in southern Gazas Khan Younis, according to Nasser Hospital.
Tents, tents they are hitting with two missiles? asked Um Seif Abu Leda, whose son was killed in the strikes. Mourners threw flowers on the body bags.
Before Trump's announcement, Israels defense minister, Israel Katz, had warned that his country would respond forcefully to the firing of a missile the military said originated from Yemen. Sirens sounded across parts of Israel, alerting residents to the attack and the launch of two projectiles from Gaza. All were intercepted by Israeli defense systems.
The missile launch marked the first attack by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels since the end of the 12-day war initiated by Israel with Iran. Katz said Yemen could face the same fate as Tehran.
Nasruddin Amer, deputy head of the Houthi media office, vowed on social media that Yemen will not stop its support for Gaza ... unless the aggression stops and the siege on Gaza is lifted.
Speaking to his Cabinet, Netanyahu did not elaborate on plans for his visit to Washington next week, except to say he will discuss a trade deal. Iran is also expected to be a main topic of discussion in Washington after Trump brokered a ceasefire between it and Israel.
Drivers in Macomb Township can expect a few major road improvement projects heading their way by next year.
Watch Whitney Burney's video report: Macomb Twp. set to make historic investment in road improvement
The township approved $14 million in its most recent budget to repave, extend, or widen several roadways, including Romeo Plank Rd. and Broughton Rd. near the municipal complex.
The money accounts for the largest investment in road improvements in the township's history, and township leaders say it's long overdue. Some of the funding comes from federal dollars that were in the previous years' budget that the township was unable to spend due to regulatory hurdles.
"They definitely need to start doing some repavements because those potholes are getting worse by the day," said driver Steven Bloom of roads in the township.
The project on Romeo Plank Rd is set to include repaving from 22 mile Rd. to 23 mile Rd, which is riddled with potholes and crumbling asphalt. It will also mean widening the two-lane road to five lanes to ease traffic congestion.
"Romeo Plank is actually pretty rough. So, if thats what theyre working on, thatd be perfect," said Thomas Vukpalaj.
Vukpalaj owns a Lettuce, a fresh food restaurant at 23 Mile and Romeo Plank Rd. He says he's definitely seen his fair share of potholes and congestion in the area.
"Mornings, its pretty congested, backs up. We get customers saying its hard to pull into the plaza. Usually, the turn lane is backed up," said Vukpalaj.
"We have 95,000 people who live in Macomb Township, and when youre traveling on all two-lane roads everywhere, its hard to get anywhere," said Township Supervisor Frank Viviano. "I can literally tell you, since I travel Romeo Plank to go home, that on busy days its backed up a mile heading south."
Viviano says it's the reason the road improvements are more important now than they've ever been.
"One of the things about Macomb Township is it has grown faster than any community in the state of Michigan over the last 30 years. We have literally tripled in size, and one of the things that has lagged behind is our roads," said Viviano. "Its not easy to come up with funding to build or expand these major roadways, and over the course of the past 5 years, weve put an increasing amount of focus on it."
Viviano says another large portion of that $14 million will be spent on Broughton road where the township is looking to fulfill a decades long wish of building a downtown/city center.
"I think the downtown area has been in talks for a long time," said Rick Roeske who lives in the township. "I think everyones building it. You look at new Baltimore or Partridge Creek: thats what that was supposed to be, but now its mostly restaurants, and so I dont know if we need a downtown. Well see if its supported by businesses."
The road would be a boulevard and include street parking, roundabouts, and aesthetic improvements. The township says they're currently in talks with the private land owner about acquiring the land needed to extend Broughton Rd through to 24 Mile Rd. They've also spoken to several developers about potentially bringing in residential and commercial spaces once completed.
Township Supervisor Frank Viviano says he's hopeful that once finished, the projects will mean improved travel for all and economic growth.
"Once weve made these road improvements, I expect there will be great demand for both commercial and residential portions," said Viviano. "Its going to be something that people havent really seen before, and thats whats going to make it unique. We think its going to be an anchor, not just for Macomb Township but for this region of Macomb County."
The township hopes to start work on Romeo Plank by spring of 2026 and then, in summer or fall of the same year, begin work on Broughton Rd. Both projects are expected to take up to two construction seasons.
An ugly confrontation caught on video between a group of women downtown and a candidate for Detroit mayor is now going viral.
See Simon Shaykhet's video report: Video of confrontation between Detroit mayoral candidate, women going viral
The early morning incident is now under police investigation with allegations of assault and more.
I talked with people on both sides of the escalating situation to find out what they say really happened and where police stand with their investigation.
Captured on cell phone video and now shared numerous times on social media, the altercation was between several women whove asked not to be identified and Detroit mayoral candidate Jonathan Barlow.
In the video shared with me by the woman holding the phone, Barlow is seen approaching, and then she says this followed.
Web extra: TikTok video shows Barlow's interaction
Hes walking toward me. Im screaming. He slaps my phone out of my hand. Hits me in the face. Cuts my lip, she says.
It was just before 2 a.m. on June 28th when the scene played out near Fort Street in the Rivertown area.
The woman, whom Ive confirmed filed a police report, claims Barlow exchanged words after initially trying to socialize, then slapped her phone out of her hand.
Hes harassing us. You see him following us while theyre screaming, she says.
Its a claim Barlow adamantly denies.
It was actually her friend that knocked the phone out of her hand, Barlow says. I was trying to protect both of us. We both got knocked at the same time.
Barlow goes on to say that he was leaving a fraternity party, where he helped park cars, when he got into conversation with the group.
He says he did not escalate with violence and was himself victimized.
Assuming I wanted to engage her friends was not the case. I was simply campaigning and moving cars around, he says.
Barlow says footage from his own phone proves he did not act in a hostile manner, and hes willing to share that with police.
As a candidate for mayor, he tells us its not the first time hes faced a false claim.
Police confirm allegations of assault and destruction of property are being looked into.
Barlow says he still has not been contacted by Detroit police, but is willing to answer any questions.
Flower bouquets and stuffed animals now mark the Merriman Road and Lyndon Street intersection in Livonia where a driver struck a family of three, killing 3-year-old Khalil Robinson. His mother Tia and twin sister Khloe remain hospitalized following the Sunday night crash.
The Robinson family was walking back to their car from the Livonia Spree festival fireworks when they were hit while crossing Merriman around 10:45 p.m.
Watch Randy Wimbley's video report below: Residents call for safety changes after fatal hit-and-run at Livonia festival
Livonia residents say the intersection has long been problematic, particularly during large events like the festival.
"If there's some way during the festival they can change the operation of the light if just for a 24-hour period or something that would be something," said Kathy Henderson, a Livonia resident.
The traffic signals at the intersection shift from cycling through green, yellow and red lights to a flashing yellow on Merriman and a flashing red on Lyndon starting at 10 p.m.
Watch our original report on the incident below when we first spoke with the victims' family: Family speaks after 3-year-old killed in Livonia hit-and-run, mom and sister injured
"I just think that yes during busy events, during where neighborhoods are hosting hundreds, thousands of people, we need to be more alert, to be more aware to keep everybody safe. And have those traffic lights a straight red or green as opposed to a flashing red or yellow," said Kelly Jaghab, a Livonia resident.
Residents point to both the flashing yellow light and driver behavior as factors making the intersection dangerous for pedestrians.
"A lot of times, they don't stop. Like, I would pull up, they're not paying attention sometimes, they're just going. You've gotta really pay attention when it's at night and the lights are blinking," said Thaddeus Lee, a Livonia resident.
"It's just irresponsibility on people's driving," Henderson said.
Livonia would need to petition Wayne County to change the Merriman-Lyndon intersection to cycle green, yellow and red 24/7 instead of switching to flashing lights at night. A spokesman says there's been no talk of making that request yet, but that could change.
Michael Robinson, whose daughter and grandchildren were victims in the hit-and-run Sunday night, expressed his concerns about the intersection.
Hear more from the victims' family in the video player below: Extended interview: Family of Livonia hit-and-run victims provides update, calls for change
"Maybe they need to add some lights over there or make it a regular stop-and-go situation. But right now, it's like a freeway," Robinson said.
The Robinson family shared that while Tia is undergoing emergency surgery to reduce brain swelling, 3-year-old Khloe is showing signs of recovery.
"Khloe, she's awake. She's watching 'Frozen' and she was calling for her nana, so she's doing good," said Regina Robinson, whose daughter and grandchildren were victims in the hit-and-run.
A 47-year-old woman from Mount Morris is in police custody and is expected to be arraigned either Wednesday or Thursday in connection with the hit-and-run.
The Detroit Red Wings have announced that legendary player Alex Delvecchio has died at the age of 93.
In a statement posted to social media and attributed to the Delvecchio family, the team said:
To our Red Wings Fans, Friends and Hockey Community, It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Alex Delvecchio, who left us peacefully on July 1, 2025, surrounded by his family at the age of 93 years old. Alex was more than a Hockey icon, he was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, cherished friend, and respected teammate to so many. While the world knew him as an incredible hockey player with numerous accomplishments on the ice, we knew him as someone someone whose humility, strength, competitiveness, kindness, and heart were even greater than his professional achievements. For decades, your love and support meant everything to Alex and to all of us. We are deeply grateful and thankful to everyone. - The Delvecchio Family -
Alex Delvecchio played with the Red Wings for one game in the 1950-51 season and 65 games in the 1951-52 season, before rejoining the team for the 1952-53 season and remaining there through the 1973-74 season.
He is third all-time in games played for the team, behind only teammate and fellow Production Line member Gordie Howe and Nicklas Lidstrm, as well as the last surviving member of the Red Wings' 1952, 1954, and 1955 Stanley Cup teams.
Delvecchio was also a two-time Red Wings head coach and a one-time general manager. He was enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1977.
The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its womens sports teams to resolve a federal civil rights case that found the school violated the rights of female athletes.
The U.S. Education Department announced the voluntary agreement Tuesday. The case focused on Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer who last competed for the Ivy League school in Philadelphia in 2022, when she became the first openly transgender athlete to win a Division I title.
Its part of the Trump administrations broader attempt to remove transgender athletes from girls and womens sports.
Under the agreement, Penn agreed to restore all individual Division I swimming records and titles to female athletes who lost out to Thomas, the Education Department said. Penn also agreed to send a personalized apology letter to each of those swimmers.
It wasnt immediately clear whether Thomas would be stripped of her awards and honors at Penn.
The university must also announce that it will not allow males to compete in female athletic programs and it must adopt biology-based definitions of male and female, the department said.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon called it a victory for women and girls.
The Department commends UPenn for rectifying its past harms against women and girls, and we will continue to fight relentlessly to restore Title IXs proper application and enforce it to the fullest extent of the law, McMahon said in a statement.
The Education Department opened its investigation in February and concluded in April that Penn had violated Title IX, a 1972 law forbidding sex discrimination in education. Such findings have almost always been resolved through voluntary agreements. If Penn had fought the finding, the department could have moved to refer the case to the Justice Department or pursued a separate process to cut the schools federal funding.
In February, the Education Department asked the NCAA and the National Federation of State High School Associations, or NFSHSA, to restore titles, awards and records it says have been misappropriated by biological males competing in female categories.
The most obvious target at the college level was in womens swimming, where Thomas won the national title in the 500-yard freestyle in 2022.
The NCAA has updated its record books when recruiting and other violations have stripped titles from certain schools, but the organization, like the NFSHSA, has not responded to the federal government's request. Determining which events had a transgender athlete participating years later would be challenging.
A 20-year-old mans life appeared to have begun to unravel in the months before authorities say he fatally shot two firefighters and severely wounded a third as they responded to a wildfire near Coeur dAlene, Idaho.
Wess Roley was living out of his vehicle and his former roommate, T.J. Franks Jr., said he shaved off his long hair and started to "kind of go downhill. The two lived together for about six months in Sandpoint, Idaho, until Roley moved out in January, Franks said Monday.
Roley, who authorities say took his own life after Sunday's shootings, is suspected of killing two battalion chiefs whose firefighting careers in Idaho spanned nearly half a century combined. The deaths of Frank Harwood, 42, with Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, and John Morrison, 52, with the Coeur dAlene Fire Department, have left their colleagues reeling, resulting in their departments adding law enforcement to every call, no matter how routine.
I dont know that were ever going to be able to guarantee peoples peace of mind, at least for a while after an incident like this, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Chief Christopher Way said. But we are taking every measure we can to ensure safety of our responders.
Roley had set a fire using flint at Canfield Mountain, a popular recreation area, according to authorities. The firefighters who rushed to the scene found themselves under fire and took cover behind fire trucks.
There was an interaction with the firefighters, Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said. It has something to do with his vehicle being parked where it was.
Two helicopters converged on the area, armed with snipers ready to take out the suspect if needed, while the FBI used his cellphone data to track him and the sheriff ordered residents to shelter in place. They eventually found Roley's body in the mountains, his firearm beside him. He had killed himself, the sheriff said.
Roley had once aspired to be a firefighter and had only a handful of minor contacts with area police, Norris said. A motive was still unknown, he said.
He had ties to California and Arizona and was living in Idaho for the better part of 2024, although it was unclear why he was there, Norris said.
When Roley was living with Franks, his apartment cameras caught Roley throwing gang signs at them, which worried Franks to the point that he called police.
The landlord also called Franks one morning because neighbors reported that Roleys vehicle had been left running for about 12 hours. Franks said Roley was asleep in his room and said he forgot about the vehicle.
Hours after Sunday's shooting, people gathered along Interstate 90 holding American flags to pay their respects as the two fallen firefighters bodies were taken to the medical examiners office in Spokane, Washington, about 35 miles (56 kilometers) from Coeur dAlene.
On Tuesday, a procession of police and fire vehicles accompanied a hearse as onlookers along a quiet street held flags and in some cases saluted as the vehicles got underway. People dotted an overpass, where a fire truck bearing a large U.S. flag stood, as the procession passed on the interstate below.
Gov. Brad Little ordered U.S. and Idaho state flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor the firefighters until the day after their memorial service.
All our public safety officers, especially our firefighters, bravely confront danger on a daily basis but we have never seen a heinous act of violence like this on our firefighters before, he said in a statement.
Harwood, one of the victims of the shooting, had been with the county fire department for 17 years, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Chief Christopher Way said during a news conference Monday. Harwood was married and had two children, and he also was a veteran of the Army National Guard.
Morrison, who was also killed, started his career with the Coeur dAlene Fire Department in 1996 and had also worked as a paramedic.
Coeur dAlene Fire Department Fire Engineer David Tysdal, 47, sustained gunshot wounds and was in critical condition. Authorities said he had two successful surgeries.
We still are in shock and are struggling to understand why someone would target unarmed, selfless public servants, Coeur dAlene Mayor Woody McEvers said.
By Monday afternoon, the fire was reasonably contained, and responders had stopped significant forward progress," Way said. The Idaho Department of Lands said it had burned about 26 acres.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell defended the central bank's decision to not cut interest rates so far this year and said it would have already cut rates if not for tariffs.
At a forum put on by the European Central Bank on Tuesday in Sintra, Portugal, Powell was asked if the Federal Reserve would have cut rates if not for President Donald Trump's tariffs.
"I think that's right," Powell said. "In effect we went on hold when we saw the size of the tariffs, and essentially all inflation forecasts for the United States went up materially as a consequence of the tariffs. So, we didn't overreact. In fact, we didn't react at all. We're simply taking some time."
Powell also repeated his wait-and-see approach when it comes to interest rate cuts and how tariffs could impact the economy.
"As long as the U.S. economy is in solid shape, we think the prudent thing to do is to wait and learn more and see what those effects might be," he said.
Powell's latest comments come as President Trump has intensified his attacks on the Fed chair and continued to push for a rate cut.
On Monday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president sent a note to Powell criticizing his decision not to lower the interest rate.
"Jerome, you are as usual too late," it said. "You have cost the USA a fortune and continue to do so. You should lower the rate by a lot."
The Fed cut interest rates in each of its final three meetings last year, but it has maintained rates between 4.25% and 4.5% through its first four meetings of this year.
The central bank meets again at the end of July, but Powell has not committed to what the bank will do.
"It's going to depend on the data," Powell said Tuesday. "We are going meeting by meeting."
At its June meeting, the bank's Federal Open Market Committee projected two rate cuts later this year.
If the Fed decides to maintain rates again in July, it will mean the cost of borrowing money will remain high for consumers.
In making the decision, Powell has to consider the "trade-offs", says Thomas Stockwell, an assistant professor of economics at the University of Tampa.
"If you lower interest rates, that's going to increase economic growth, but it will also put upward pressure on prices," Stockwell said. "If you raise interest rates or keep them level, that's going to either keep growth the same or maybe lower growth, but it will keep inflation under control. So, we're in kind of a pick-your-poison mode here."
The Federal Reserve has a dual mandate to keep unemployment low and prices stable. It targets 2% inflation. In May, core inflation was at 2.7%.
After a little over 13 hours of deliberation, a jury reached a partial verdict in the federal criminal trial for Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York City, but will continue deliberating one of the charges in question on Wednesday.
The 55-year-old music mogul had been accused of two counts of sex trafficking, two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution and racketeering conspiracy. He pleaded not guilty to all of the charges.
The jury told the court it had reached a verdict on four of the five charges, but that they were unable to reach a decision on the racketeering count.
The jury note said, in part, "We have jurors with unpersuadable opinions on both sides."
If the jury were to find Combs guilty of racketeering conspiracy, they would also have to distinguish which predicate acts under the charge he was guilty of. Those acts, per the jury's verdict form, include kidnapping, arson, bribery, witness tampering and forced labor.
He could face life in prison if the jury finds him guilty on the most serious charge.
Throughout the months-long trial, 34 witnesses were called to stand by the prosecution to paint a picture of a man they said "used power, violence and fear to get what he wanted."
The multiple counts Combs faced for sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution were on behalf of both women.
Prosecutors insisted during the trial that Combs used violence and threats to coerce the women into these sex acts, as well as control their daily lives.
Over the last several weeks, youve learned a lot about Sean Combs. Hes the leader of a criminal enterprise. He doesnt take no for an answer. And now you know about many crimes the defendant committed with members of his enterprise: Kidnapping of one of the defendants employees; arson by trying to blow up a car; forced labor, including of an employee the defendant repeatedly sexually assaulted; bribery of a security officer to keep damning evidence against the defendant buried; and of course, the brutal crimes at the heart of this case sex trafficking, she said.
Although no charges were filed, the prosecution accused Combs of setting fire to rapper Scott Mescudi's, known as Kid Cudi, car in retaliation for his relationship with Cassie at the time.
In addition to testimony, jurors saw photos inside Combs' homes in Miami and Los Angeles following law enforcement raids, as well as videos of his sexual encounters and the notorious security camera video of him beating Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel as she tried to leave.
The defense acknowledged that Combs had a violent side, but they insisted all of the sex acts were consensual.
Combs' attorneys did not call any witnesses, and he did not take the stand to defend himself.
They go into the mans bedroom. They go into the mans most private life. Where is the crime scene? The crime scene is your private sex life. Thats the crime scene, Agnifilo said.
If you're of a certain age, the name Chuck E. Cheese conjures up childhood memories of video games, animatronic shows, and pizza.
The company is now launching a new concept aimed squarely at those who grew up visiting the classic Chuck E. Cheese restaurants, combining both classic and the hottest new games, as well as iconic characters.
Called Chuck's Arcade, the company is billing it as "a new destination where nostalgia meets the future, bringing together gamers of all ages and inviting everyone to experience whats next" and "a modern-day love letter to the games and people who made Chuck E. Cheese great."
Chuck E. Cheese has spent decades mastering the arcade experience its in our DNA, said David McKillips, CEO of Chuck E. Cheese, in a news release. Thanks to the expertise of our talented technicians and the successful transformation of almost 500 fun centers worldwide, weve built the operational and creative foundation to take our brand beyond our traditional four walls. Chucks Arcade is a natural evolution an opportunity to extend our arcade legacy into new formats that engage both lifelong fans and a new generation through a curated mix of retro classics and cutting-edge experiences.
The company has launched in a number of malls across the country, including in St. Petersburg, Florida; Trumbull, Connecticut; Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma; Victor, New York; Buford, Georgia; El Paso, Texas; Nashua and Salem, New Hampshire; and St. Louis, and says they are planning more locations in the future. However, there are currently no announcements about a possible Michigan location.
The company also promises that no two locations are exactly alike.
The launch comes as Chuck E. Cheese is approaching its 50th anniversary. You can get more information and a complete list of locations at www.chucksarcade.fun.
Coco Gauff couldnt escape the wave of upsets sweeping through Wimbledon this year.
The French Open champion was eliminated in the first round Tuesday, falling in straight sets to Dayana Yastremska of Ukraine, 7-6 (3), 6-1.
Yastremska proved the steadier player, particularly after winning a tiebreak in the opening set. She cruised through the second to complete the upset.
Gauff, ranked No. 2 in the world, struggled throughout the match, finishing with 29 unforced errors and just nine winners. Yastremska tallied 16 winners and 25 unforced errors.
Gauff has never advanced past the fourth round at Wimbledon, making it her least successful Grand Slam. She also lost her only other match on grass this season in Berlin.
Gauff wasnt the only top American to exit early. Jessica Pegula, ranked No. 3, also lost in the first round Tuesday.
Other notable upsets included 2024 Olympic gold medalist Qinwen Zheng and, on the mens side, world No. 3 Alexander Zverev.
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