Unreleased music by Beyonc along with footage, show plans and concert set lists were stolen from a car in Atlanta rented by the singer's choreographer and one of her dancers, according to a police incident report.
The theft of the materials, stored on five thumb drives, happened on July 8, two days before Beyonc began a four-day residency at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Beyonc was set to take the stage Monday evening for her last night in the city.
The Atlanta Police Department said in a news release Monday it has secured an arrest warrant for a suspect whose identity was withheld.
Two MacBook laptops, Apple headphones, as well as luxury clothing and accessories, were also reported stolen, according to the incident report.
Beyonc's choreographer, Christopher Grant, and dancer Diandre Blue told police they parked their rental car, a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, at a food hall in the city at about 8:09 p.m. The pair returned to the car just after 9 p.m. to discover the trunk window had been damaged and two suitcases had been taken.
Grant told officers that he was also carrying some personal sensitive information for the musician Beyonce, the police incident report stated.
The report identifies a possible suspect vehicle as a 2025 red Hyundai Elantra. Responding officers were able to identify light prints at the scene, and security cameras in the parking lot captured the incident, according to the report.
Officers canvassed an area where the stolen laptop and headphones were tracked by using the devices location services, the report stated.
Beyonc kicked off her highly anticipated tour in late April, taking her Grammy-winning album, Cowboy Carter, to stadiums in the U.S. and Europe. The singer will end her tour with two Las Vegas nights in late July.
While you were sleeping, two key streets in downtown Northville re-opened for the first time since the pandemic.
Watch Brittany's full report in the video player below Two key streets in downtown Northville re-open for first time since pandemic
Main and Center Streets were initially closed to make way for a social district two years ago. But a judge ruled that those streets must lower the retractable bollards and allow traffic. The deadline came at midnight.
This community has been really divided over these street closures for the last two years.
Main Street is now open to drivers, and businesses on Center Street are moving their patio space off the street, onto the sidewalk.
This social space is shut down thanks for a non-profit, Open Up Northville, and a Wayne County judge siding with their stance, saying the closure violated both City Charter and state law.
"She found that they didn't follow the state procedures, specifically the condemnation act, and the land division act, procedures you would need to follow as a city if this was something that you were going to do," said Joseph Corriveau, an attorney with Let's Open Northville.
"They'll have much freer access. They'll have much more available parking. They'll be less congestion," said Dennis Engerer, the owner of Northville Physical Rehabilitation.
The non-profit is made up of area businesses and property managers. The group filed a lawsuit in 2023 against the city for closing Main and Center Streets. THey first closed during the Pandemic, making way for social distancing. The last two years, these streets were closed seasonally (April-November), allowing businesses and residents free reign to the streets.
Businesses who put money into outdoor spaces were hoping they'd get to use the street the rest of the season, but the judge ordered the streets open today at midnight (Tuesday, July 15). The city is now working with those businesses to quickly comply and transition to Platform Dining within parking space.
"We have a kit of parts that we'll implement in the meantime, to comply with this quick turnaround to open for vehicular traffic but we're really undaunted by the challenge of accommodating for our downtown business," said Kate Knight, the Executive Director of the Downtown Northville Development Authority.
"I had hoped that we would be able to just continue this until the end of the season because it's difficult for the businesses particularly the restaurants because they've got their tables out front everything is set," said Margene Buckhave, the owner of Stampeddler.
The city's representative said the 45+ events planned for this space will go on as scheduled, and this street can still close for those fests, parades, and special events. Now, we wait to see if the city will file an appeal to the lawsuit.
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Royal Oak is overhauling its downtown parking system after city council members voted Monday to install new pay stations and introduce a different mobile app starting in January.
The city will transition to a parking system called Flowbird and a mobile app called Park Mobile, replacing the current Municipal Parking Services system that began in 2021.
Watch the video reports below: Royal Oak approves new parking system to replace confusing stations Royal Oak approves new parking system to replace confusing stations
"If you've had issues with parking, that's acknowledged, that's noted, just know that your feedback was received," City Manager Joe Gacioch said.
The new system will significantly reduce the number of parking stations throughout downtown.
"I think it's about 150 pay stations will replace over 450 MPS stations, or MPS parking pilots. So that's a big change," Gacioch said.
The change comes as welcome news to both visitors and residents who have struggled with the current system.
"I'm glad that they're talking about it," said Jennifer Lentz, a visitor to Royal Oak.
Royal Oak resident Jennifer Williams agreed that improvements are needed.
Yeah, especially being able to do the app and it would be nice if they had something, Im not sure, I always just pay with card," Williams said.
One major change will be the elimination of back-in parking that's currently required on Washington Avenue, which has confused many drivers.
"That is confusing. I didn't even know because I'm thinking Ferndale, you can't back in, so it is kind of confusing. It's parking, just park," Williams said.
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Local businesses are also looking forward to the change. Drake Butcher, an employee at UHF Records on Washington Avenue, believes the current back-in requirement has affected foot traffic.
"To my knowledge this is the only city in the area that kind of does it like this," Butcher said. "It seems like a lot of people are kind of hesitant because it does also impede traffic, so it's kind of just inconvenient."
Butcher admitted he avoids parking on the street altogether.
"I never park here. I just park in the garage," he said.
Watch our July 2024 report about the parking frustrations in the video player below: Royal Oak sues parking systems company
While the contract with MPS runs through Dec. 31, Gacioch said installation of new equipment could begin this fall.
"We are hopeful that you'll watch for the changes and really see that this is really based on simplicity for you, to make it easier for you to be down here. That's what we heard, that's what we're trying to do," Gacioch said.
The changes will officially take effect on Jan. 1.
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Dozens gathered at an Eastpointe McDonald's to honor Jennifer "Jamma" Harris, a mother of six who was killed in a workplace stabbing incident.
"She just loved everybody. She didn't have no problem with nobody, and she was there for everybody who needed help," Hazel Johnson, Harris' mother, said.
Watch the video report below: Eastpointe community remembers McDonald's manager killed in workplace stabbing
Thirty-nine-year-old Harris, a manager at the McDonald's location at 9 Mile Road and Schroeder Avenue, died the morning of July 10.
Authorities say Harris and an employee, 26-year-old Afeni Muhammad, allegedly had a dispute that led to Muhammad being sent home. Muhammad is accused of then returning to the restaurant with a knife and stabbing Harris multiple times.
Muhammad now faces a first-degree murder charge.
Watch our previous report when Afeni Muhammad was arraigned in the video player below: Suspect charged in stabbing death of manager at Eastpointe McDonald's gets $25M bond
"It's like I'm driving, I don't even know where I'm going half the time. I get lost every time just thinking about what happened to her and stuff it's not really fair. We need her back and we can't have her back," Johnson said.
Before the community released balloons as part of their tribute, those close to Harris shared memories of her life and impact.
The owner and operator of the Eastpointe McDonald's noted that Harris worked with the company for 15 years, and the large crowd at the memorial demonstrated how many lives she touched.
"She was more than a manager here she was family. She was a steady, caring presence for so many people," Yusef Alcodray, the owner and operator of the Eastpointe McDonald's location, said.
Harris' children also spoke at the memorial. One of her daughters shared how blessed she felt to have Harris as a mother.
"I just got to be strong and think this is what my mama would want me to do. This is what my mama would want me to do, my mama would want me to be here for my siblings. I can't shut down, I can't power off my phone," Antonia Griffin, Harris' daughter, said.
Hear more from Jennifer Harris' loved ones at the vigil in the video player below: Web extra: Family of Eastpointe McDonald's manager killed in stabbing speaks at vigil
To support Harris' six children, her church, Divine Restoration Ministries, has worked with the family to create the Jennifer Harris Legacy Fund.
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Harris' mother expressed appreciation for legitimate support while warning against fraudulent fundraisers circulating online.
"Let her rest in peace. Quit doing all the dumb stuff with her because she was a nice person," Johnson said.
Alcodray also announced that he will cover Harris' funeral costs.
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The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a low-pressure system off the eastern coast of Florida that has potential to develop into a stronger storm.
The storm, which is producing some rain and thunderstorms, is forecast to move west and cross over Florida on Tuesday and later over the northern Gulf of Mexico.
Forecasters say the storm could continue to strengthen, potentially into a tropical depression, if it remains over the relatively warm Gulf waters. On Monday night, the storm had a 30% chance of development through Wednesday and a 40% chance of development over the next seven days.
Rainfall from the storm could cause flash flooding in Florida and across portions of the Gulf coast, forecasters said.
A flood watch was in effect for Palm Beach County, on Florida's eastern coast, through 11 p.m. Monday.
There have been three storms that reached tropical storm strength so far in the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. The latest was Tropical Storm Chantal, which brought heavy rain and flash flooding forecasts to parts of South Carolina and North Carolina earlier in July.
Temporary measures that allowed nearly 12,000 Afghans to work in the U.S. and be protected from deportation are expiring Monday as part of the Trump administration's efforts to make more people eligible for removal from the country.
The Department of Homeland Security in May said it was ending Temporary Protected Status for 11,700 people from Afghanistan in 60 days. That status had allowed them to work and meant the government couldn't deport them.
The number of Afghans protected by TPS is relatively small compared to the overall number of Afghans about 180,000 who have fled Afghanistan and come to the U.S. since the Taliban retook control of the country in 2021. It's also not clear how many of those 11,7000 covered by TPS have applied for or received other forms of protection like asylum that would keep them from being deported after Monday.
But the removal of the protective status for Afghans has struck a chord with many advocates and volunteers because of the suggestion that it is safe for Afghans many who helped the U.S. during its two-decade long war there to go home.
Since so many of those losing their protections served alongside U.S. forces, we should honor that service by upholding our promise to provide safety and ensure that they have an opportunity to thrive here. We urge Congress to protect Afghans by providing them permanent status a commitment that is long overdue," Jennie Murray, President and CEO of the National Immigration Forum, said in a news release Monday.
At the time that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ended the temporary protected status for Afghans, the department wrote in the decision that the situation in their home country was getting better.
The Secretary determined that, overall, there are notable improvements in the security and economic situation such that requiring the return of Afghan nationals to Afghanistan does not pose a threat to their personal safety due to armed conflict or extraordinary and temporary conditions, according to the May announcement.
Temporary Protected Status can be granted by the Homeland Security secretary to people of various nationalities who are in the United States. They can't be deported and can work legally but they don't have a pathway to citizenship.
The status is inherently precarious because it is up to the Homeland Security secretary to renew the protections regularly usually every 18 months. The first Trump administration tried to remove many of these temporary protected statuses but was largely foiled by the courts.
This time around, the Trump administration has moved even more aggressively to remove the protections, thus making more people eligible for removal from the country. The administration has pushed to remove temporary protected status from people from seven countries with Venezuela and Haiti making up the biggest chunk of the hundreds of thousands of people losing their protections.
Critics say that successive administrations essentially rubber-stamped these renewals regardless, and people covered by whats supposed to be a temporary status end up staying in the United States for years.
CASA, a nonprofit immigrant advocates group, sued the administration over the TPS revocation for Afghans as well as for people from Cameroon - those expire August 4. A federal judge last Friday allowed the lawsuit to go forward but didn't grant CASA's request to keep the protections in place while the lawsuit plays out.
A Novi mother of three is being remembered as a friend, mentor and super athlete. Elaine Stypula tragically ran her last race over the weekend in Colorado.
The grueling endurance test is one of countless extreme courses the 60-year-old has taken on over the years.
Watch the video report below: Trainer remembers ultramarahoner who died during race
"She gave me the support of a mother, the comfort of a friend, said Gabrielle Wilson, the founder of City Sweat Club.
Wilson says Stypula helped her more than she knew.
Through all of our training, she didnt even know sometimes, but those packages, especially those early bought-on packages, were helping me pay my bills and feed myself, Wilson said.
It was October 2020, the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic and a time Wilson says was less than ideal for personal trainers.
I was thinking to myself was this a mistake getting into this industry, Wilson said.
But she says Stypula, who was a local attorney and her first-ever client and ultimately good friend, quickly put those worries to rest.
One of the moments here within the last year that we were training (was) us wearing our matching shoes. She was so giving, always brought something for me after races, Wilson said.
Stypulas most recent race on Friday, an ultra-marathon in Colorado, was tragically her last. She collapsed after what appears to be a cardiac arrest.
Our crew took backcountry 4-by-4 roads and got as close to the trail as possible and they hiked in the rough, rugged and steep trail of little giant, said Deanne Gallegos, the public information officer for the San Juan County Colorado Office of Emergency Management.
The 100-mile race was in Silverton, Colorado.
Gallegos says an autopsy report is still pending but says it was a clear 50-degree morning.
It had nothing to do with course, weather, mother nature, accident none of those were factors in this particular emergency situation," Gallegos said.
Wilson says she and Stypula spent many years training for those grueling marathons.
This is where we went to war every training session, building the mindset for her for all the races she was able to run and participate in, Wilson said.
Wilson says the community will continuing running in Stypula's memory. A run being held Wednesday beginning at Nike Detroit off Woodward Avenue will honor her life.
And paying homage to the incredible friend, athlete and just runner she was, Wilson said.
U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced a deal Monday in which the U.S. will sell European partners U.S. weapons, allowing a greater supply to Ukraine.
According to the leaders, the deal totals billions of dollars' worth of military equipment, including Patriot munitions and other missiles and ammunition.
Scripps News on Monday spoke with Ambassador Matthew Whitaker, the Permanent Representative of the United States to NATO, about the arrangement.
"This is obviously an important moment and a pivot point for this war. Obviously, President Trump has wanted peace since he came to office. He has tried to get Vladimir Putin to come to the table and negotiate an enduring peace. that has failed. And I think he's decided as he announced today that Ukraine is entitled to defend themselves. America makes the best weapons in the world and we're going to sell our European NATO allies, together with Canada, American armaments, and they'll supply that to Ukraine," Whitaker said.
"It's a smart plan. And at the same time, I think it's good for the American taxpayer because as you know, the Biden administration sent hundreds of millions of dollars worth of aid to Ukraine with nothing to show for it. And this is going to create American jobs. And I think really deliver for the American taxpayer. So it's a win-win for everyone."
"At the same time that we're trying to make sure that Ukraine can defend themselves, obviously, the president try to create the conditions to give Latimer Putin to the table, to get a cease-fire and ultimately negotiate an enduring peace," Whitaker said.
A tragic death unfolded after a group allegedly entered the abandoned Southwest Detroit hospital, where demolition is planned this month.
Watch Simon Shaykhet's video report:
Tragic death at Southwest Detroit Hospital raises warnings about Urban Exploring
Detroit police say a man fell through an elevator shaft early Saturday morning.
Weve talked about urban exploring and what can go wrong when someone illegally enters a crumbling building. Now, the city is sounding the alarm again.
The reason I do urban exploration is to see the history behind the walls of Detroit; theres so much in Detroit that hasnt been talked about, says urban explorer Ryan Jakubowski.
For Jakubowski, visiting sites like the once vacant Detroit Central Station, the former Packard plant, and Fisher Body has come with a sense of adventure and love of history.
He shared images with me when we met to talk about the tragic death of a man, killed on July 12, after falling through an elevator shaft at the vacant Southwest Detroit Hhospital on 20th Street.
Weve been to places that had Malcom X and MLJ Jr., speaking on the floors, he says. Once its gone and destroyed, its out of here. Well get permission from the owners as well to go in there.
FULL INTERVIEW: Ryan Jakubowski talks about urban exploring in Detroit FULL INTERVIEW: Ryan Jakubowski talks about urban exploring in Detroit
It was extremely dangerous, says Detroit City Councilmember Mary Water. My condolences to family members. Theres a reason there are fences around the place.
Waters weighed in before attending a safety commission hearing downtown. She tells me the site of the hospital, closed since 2006, which is planned to become a new home and soccer stadium for Detroit City FC, is no place for exploration.
Theres a reason its gated and says no trespassing. We need to be aware, dont go into those places fenced in. You dont know what youll meet there. When it says dont go, do not go, Waters says.
FULL INTERVIEW: Mary Waters talks about urban exploring in Detroit FULL INTERVIEW: Mary Waters talks about urban exploring in Detroit
The danger that culminated in a death just before 2 am on Saturday is now prompting a critical warning about what can go wrong.
Police have not yet released the name of the man killed at the site slated for demolition. Detroit City FC has shared plans to open a new stadium by spring 2027.
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Unfortunately, a lot of people do these things and go in by trespassing, late at night. You dont know what youll run into. It can be a scary place. You dont know what youll run into at night, says Jakubowski.
I have reached out to both the city and the property owner, Detroit City FC. Both have yet to share any additional statement.
One year after taking over nearly 80 municipal contracts from GFL Environmental, Priority Waste says it has made significant investments to improve service after a rocky transition period that frustrated many Michigan residents.
The company has retained most of the contracts it initially acquired one year later, despite reported service delays, billing problems and customer service complaints that plagued the first year of operations.
Watch the video report below: Priority Waste addresses service issues one year after major acquisition
"People's expectations in the beginning was that everything was going to be perfectly smooth, and it obviously wasn't," said Matt Allen, director of public relation and government affairs at Priority Waste.
The major acquisition of nearly 80 municipal contracts in Michigan from GFL to Priority Waste occurred on July 1, 2024, bringing with it a challenging transition period.
"We're not shying away from the reality of the situation, we're not trying to gloss over everything, we're a very transparent company that wants to be a good community partner," Allen said.
Watch our full interview with Matt Allen in the video player below: Extended interview: Matt Allen with Priority Waste talks about service transition one year later
One year later, most municipalities have decided to extend their contracts with Priority Waste, even though some, like Macomb Township, have issued a formal notice of default to the company after multiple complaints.
Watch our previous coverage when Macomb Township unanimously voted to send Priority Waste a formal notice of default Macomb Township issues formal notice to Priority Waste after resident complaints
The city of Fraser recently extended their contract for three more years, which includes a 24% price hike.
"That bothers me. Because this city has insured some significant tax increases over the years," said Mitchell Kozera, a Fraser resident.
Fraser officials say they had limited options. Despite issues reported by residents, the city received no other bids for waste collection services.
In a statement, the mayor of Fraser, Michael Lesich said:
"This wasnt an easy decision. I would have preferred an open bid with multiple vendors. While there have been service issues, staff works closely with Priority Waste to address them. With limited alternatives, we accepted a 24% rate increasea significant cost to our community. I expect Priority Waste to reinvest in equipment and staffing to deliver better service."
According to Priority Waste, Orion Township is the only municipality in Oakland County that did not extend their contract.
"Lots of billing issues, and we just couldn't get the service that we needed. We couldn't get questions answered," Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett said. "Any company that attempts to do what they tried to do, I mean, it was a recipe not for success, and that's what we experienced."
Barnett noted that trash delays sometimes lasted weeks. Priority Waste says trash delays typically only last a day and are mostly caused by extreme heats or weather events. With 50 new trucks coming in by the end of the month and 100 next year, the company says most issues should resolve.
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"If they were going to take on this business, they should have been able to handle all aspects of it," Barnett said.
Priority Waste remains optimistic about improvements.
"We've come a long way since July 1st of 2024 to get us here to mid-July of 2025. Things will only get better toward now and the end of the year," Allen said. "Next year will be completely different from this year and weve come a long way, Allen said.
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A Dearborn Heights man is facing serious charges after allegedly attacking a neighbor who confronted him about driving recklessly through their residential neighborhood.
Watch Randy Wimbley's video report: Man charged, accused of slashing neighbor over driving complaint in Dearborn Heights
Hassan Kamal has been charged with assault with intent to do great bodily harm and assault with a dangerous weapon following the Thursday night incident near Lehigh and Bailey streets.
The victim, who reportedly required more than 20 stitches after the attack, had confronted Kamal about his driving in an area where families and children frequently walk.
"Twenty-something stitches and, if you look at it, it's parallel with a slash to his throat like he went to block it and it's perfectly in line with his throat," said Jerrad Eskinazi, a neighbor who described the severity of the attack.
According to police, the incident began as a domestic dispute. Kamal was reportedly driving erratically through the neighborhood searching for his wife and children, who had left their home earlier that evening.
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"This guy in the neighborhood, what he's saying is, 'hey, watch out how you're driving. We have women and children walking on the street.' Which so happened to be the gentleman's wife and kids," Detective Ahmad Mazloum said. "It started from a family trouble. It stemmed from a highly emotional incident where there was a husband/wife dispute of some sort."
Police said Kamal eventually found his family on Bailey Street, which is when a neighbor approached him about his driving behavior.
"Some kind of physical altercation ensued after that, and that's when a sharp object was brought to the scene, and basically the guy got cut," Malzoum said.
Neighbors say this wasn't the first time Kamal had driven recklessly in the area.
"Two days prior to that, we had an altercation with him doing it over here," Eskinazi said.
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Residents in the neighborhood expressed ongoing concerns about dangerous driving in their community.
"I'd say every couple of days I see somebody speeding down the street, blowing through stop signs, stuff like that," Jack Nakoula said.
"Between those four houses and these four houses, there's 20 kids right here between these two corners," Eskinazi said.
If convicted, Kamal could face up to 14 years in prison. He was released on a $20,000 personal bond with conditions including no contact with the victim and wearing a GPS tether.
The Trump administration appears to be changing its stance on FEMA, an agency it has previously threatened to shut down.
President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem both indicated in the past that they sought to eliminate FEMA.
More than 2,000 FEMA employees have left their jobs or been fired since January as part of the administration's efforts to downsize the federal government.
But following flash floods in Texas that killed more than 120 people, the president praised the agency's work.
"FEMA has been headed by some very good people. We have some good people running FEMA. It's about time, right?" President Trump said.
And Secretary Noem, whose department oversees FEMA, has backed away from a push to eliminate the agency.
"We can end up putting this agency in the best place and position possible to be reformed and remade," Noem said.
FEMA, which was established in 1979, coordinates the government's response to natural disasters and emergencies, and works with state and local agencies on relief and recovery efforts.
The president has suggested states should take the lead on disaster response and assembled a council to assess that and other potential changes.
"Historically, over time, states have found it very, very difficult in the aftermath of major disasters to handle those big ticket items of rebuilding roads and bridges, getting people back into housing," said history professor Andrew Morris.
Morris has studied natural disaster response and says FEMA could see reforms but major changes could result in pushback.
"It's certainly possible to envision a FEMA that does push certain programs back down to the states. I find it unlikely though, that there's going to be a lot of appetite in Congress or at the state level for a wholesale return of these functions to the states," Morris said.
One of Yellowstone National Parks most photographed and beloved grizzly bears, known to fans as Raspberry, has not been seen in nearly two months, raising concern among wildlife watchers that the iconic matriarch may have died after a carcass was recently discovered.
Grizzly carcass found in Yellowstone sparks concern over missing bear Raspberry
Raspberry, often spotted with her cubs over the years, including well-known Snow and Jam, has long captured the hearts of visitors and photographers alike for her maternal behavior.
She is considered one of the parks most well-known bears due to allowing her daughters to stay within her territory, which can be a rare dynamic in grizzly bear social behavior.
Raspberry is kind of the most famous matriarch of Yellowstone, said Deby Dixon, a wildlife photographer. When she was playing with Snow, it was just so adorable and cute, you know, such a loving mom, and I think that's a lot with the bears is they're so human.
Dixon has spent 13 years photographing wildlife in the park, and Raspberry was an animal her camera lens and heart became familiar with. She often posts photos of the grizzly to her social media and photography website.
Once I get to know them a little bit and their personality and stuff, of course I'm going to care, and I'm going to share, said Dixon.
Lately, Dixon has had concerns about Raspberry's whereabouts. She last saw her on May 22 and reported that the bear appeared lethargic and thinner than usual. Raspberry has not been spotted since.
"She is such a high-profile bear that for nobody to see her for this length of time, at this time of year, is pretty unusual," said Dixon.
But enthusiasts fear that something may have taken a turn for the worse after a female grizzly carcass was discovered in early June in Sylvan Pass, according to Dixon. It is near the same spot she last spotted Raspberry.
The guy that took the video described it as having a long nose, which Raspberry has a long nose, but, you know, nobody knew for sure. And she has not been seen since that carcass was discovered, said Dixon.
Yellowstone National Park officials say there is no way to confirm whether the deceased bear was Raspberry.
In a written statement, park official Linda Veress said, "We cannot confirm that the bear killed in early June in the Sylvan Pass area of the park was one called 'Raspberry.' Since we do not have DNA samples from 'Raspberry' or the bear that was killed (prior to its death), we can't compare them to determine if it is the same bear or not. The bear was killed by another bear, not by a vehicle strike."
Unlike some other bears tracked in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, Raspberry and her offspring are not tagged or collared due to the difficulty of trapping in the remote areas they frequent, according to Dixon. She fears that Raspberry's unhealed injury to her leg may have left her vulnerable to a male grizzly, or boar.
I personally was pretty concerned about her ability to defend a cub with that injury," said Dixon. At first I was just overwhelmed with sadness. I just couldn't think about bear photography in Yellowstone without Raspberry. She's just such a fixture."
The possible loss floods back memories for Dixon of other recent bear fatalities.
Most notably, Grand Teton National Park's most famous bear, 399, was killed by a vehicle last October. The loss deeply affected the wildlife community, but it was one Dixon knew would come. Raspberrys own mother, Blaze, was killed by wildlife officers in 2015 after a fatal attack on a hiker.
"When 399 was killed, it was devastating, but I had been preparing myself for her death for a few years because she was old," said Dixon. "With Raspberry, she's just been such a fixture and if she is gone, that's so unexpected."
While for now there is no way to confirm Raspberry's fate until she is seen again, the absence has left a mark on those who have spent years following her and her cubs.
She would be a huge loss to this bear community, to all of us," said Dixon.
Still, Dixon wishes more than anything to be proven wrong.
I feel in my gut that she's left us, but I want to hope that she hasn't, and if she does show up, I'll eat all the crow anybody wants me to eat," said Dixon. I'll hold out hope until the end that she's going to come walking across the road.
While we're still in the heart of summer, many families may be preparing for back-to-school shopping, and Meijer is bringing back discounts on supplies.
According to Meijer, they are putting more than two dozen school essentials on sale for $1 or less.
The retailer is also bringing back its 15% teacher discount and digital school supply list tool.
We know families are busy this time of year, attempting to balance summer fun and preparations for the school year, Meijer Vice President of Hardlines Becky Bronkema said in a statement. By offering school supply essentials for $1 or less, were making back-to-school shopping easy and affordable, ensuring families find the best value in the convenience of a one-stop shop.
Teachers can get their 15% discount on school and home office equipment in the form of a paper coupon by presenting a school ID at their local Meijer customer service desk. Through Sept. 7, it can also be used on kids' apparel, select electronics and hydration products.
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to move forward with plans that could lead to the shutdown of the Department of Education.
The court granted a stay that lifts a lower courts injunction blocking mass layoffs at the agency, affecting nearly 1,400 employees.
The case ended up before the Supreme Court after a group of school districts, unions and a coalition of nearly two dozen Democratic-led states sued to stop the layoffs.
The lawsuits claim the mass layoffs would mean that the department would be unable to carry out key federal obligations, including administering student aid, supporting special education services and enforcing civil rights protections.
While President Trump has acknowledged that only Congress can formally eliminate the agency, he has ordered its staff and leadership to begin winding it down through executive action, which the court's liberal justices took issue with.
"The president must take care that the laws are faithfully executed, not set out to dismantle them. That basic rule undergirds our Constitutions separation of powers. Yet today, the majority rewards clear defiance of that core principle with emergency relief. Because I cannot condone such abuse of our equitable authority, I respectfully dissent," Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote.
The Associated Press reports that the individuals targeted by the layoffs have been on paid leave since March. However, Monday's decision could mean their ultimate dismissal.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he will campaign for mayor of New York City as an independent candidate, staying in a crowded field running against surging left-wing Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani.
In a video, Cuomo, who last month suffered a bruising loss to Mamdani in the Democratic primary, announced he was making another run to combat the progressive Mamdani, who he said "offers slick slogans but no real solutions."
"The fight to save our city isn't over," Cuomo said. "Only 13 percent of New Yorkers voted in the June primary. The general election is in November and I am in it to win it."
Incumbent Mayor Eric Adams also is running as an independent in the general election and Curtis Sliwa founder of the 1970s-era Guardian Angels anti-crime patrol is again on the Republican line.
People opposed to Mamdani's progressive agenda, which includes higher taxes on the wealthy, have called on donors and voters to unite behind a single candidate for the November election. They fear multiple candidates will splinter the anti-Mamdani vote, increasing the Democrat's chances to win.
The decision to continue on in the race is the latest chapter in Cuomo's comeback attempt, launched almost four years after he resigned as governor following a barrage of sexual harassment allegations. He denied wrongdoing during the campaign, maintaining that the scandal was driven by politics.
In todays Health Alert, summer is here, and so is an increased chance of experiencing worse migraines. Health experts say many migraine sufferers have more headaches this time of the year.
So why does this happen, and what can you do to lower your risk?
First, we should understand that migraine can be a disabling, chronic disease. Its much more than just a headache disorder, and there are a variety of triggers. People with migraines may be sensitive to light, sound, smell, and movement.
So, if you suffer from migraines, you may have noticed that you are getting more headaches right now. And yes, you can blame it on the weather. There are several factors that lead to an increase in migraines and their severity during the summer months.
For example, if youre out in the sun for a while and then you go inside where theres air conditioning, the abrupt change in temperature can cause migraines.
Other triggers include a lack of sleep, too much caffeine, and drinking alcohol.
Heres what you can do to help prevent worse migraines this season:
Avoid getting dehydrated. Drink plenty of water and beverages containing electrolytes. Protect yourself from the sun by wearing sunglasses or a hat to help reduce light sensitivity. Get enough rest and reduce your stress. If youre sensitive to odors, make sure to use sunscreen, insect repellent, and other summer products that do not have a fragrance. Make sure your medications are stored in a cool, dark place, which will help maintain their effectiveness. And finally, take time to relax! Spending just 30 minutes of me time each day to meditate, journal, pray, work out, or just be quiet will help you stay healthier and resistant to migraine triggers.
So, while there is no sure way to avoid every headache, you can take these steps to minimize them and their impact while youre enjoying the summer.
Nicotine pouches aren't just growing in popularity they're also growing in dangers for children, according to a new study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics.
The research examined cases of children under 6 who accidentally ingested nicotine through products like vapes, gums and lozenges.
Most cases of nicotine poisoning that were examined in the study involved children under the age of 2 at home, according to the researchers.
While most types of nicotine exposures decreased after 2016, poisonings from nicotine pouches, like Zyn, surged by more than 760% between 2020 and 2023.
Nicotine pouch ingestion is more likely to be associated with serious medical outcomes and medical admission than other formulations combined, the researchers said.
The pouches, which users temporarily place between their lip and gum, have grown increasingly popular with teens and young adults. According to the CDC, they've become the second-most-used nicotine product among young people.
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