Good evening, it is Monday, June 17, and we're covering Several injured after possible chemical agent released, LA County fire consumes over 12,000 acres, Boeing and NASA delay starliner astronaut & much more!! First time reading? Sign up here. | | American Fact of the Day! | A lesser-known fact about Americans and the ocean is that despite having one of the longest coastlines globally, many Americans do not regularly visit or engage with the ocean. Surveys indicate that a significant portion of the U.S. population lives inland, far from coastal areas, and may not have easy access to oceanic environments for recreation or daily life. This geographical distance can shape cultural perceptions and experiences related to marine life and coastal ecosystems, influencing national attitudes toward ocean conservation and policy. |
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| | | | Breaking Updates | | Several injured after 'possible' chemical agent released during Baltimore Pride event | During Baltimore's Pride parade on Saturday evening, chaos erupted when attendees reported the release of a "possible chemical agent," suspected to be mace, hair spray, or another substance, into the crowd around 8:30 p.m. This prompted a stampede as fireworks were also set off, causing multiple injuries among the fleeing crowd. Police clarified that the chemical was not dispersed by law enforcement and began treating injured individuals at the scene. Subsequently, the event was shut down for safety reasons, although police have not confirmed whether the injuries were solely due to the stampede or the chemical exposure. | Authorities have not yet identified the exact type of chemical agent involved and emphasized they do not currently have evidence to suggest it was a targeted attack. This incident marks another disruption in Pride events this month, following reports of vandalism against Pride banners in Poulsbo, Washington, and theft of Pride flags in Carlisle, Massachusetts. Additionally, the Colorado Republican Party drew criticism for a social media post inciting the burning of Pride flags this June, underscoring ongoing tensions and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities during Pride Month. | The U.S. State Department had issued a global security alert in May, warning about potential threats targeting LGBTQ+ individuals and related events during Pride Month, citing the risk of terrorist attacks and violent actions. This advisory urged heightened caution among U.S. citizens abroad in light of the increased potential for violence from foreign terrorist organizations. | | | Read more updates here |
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| A fire in Los Angeles County has consumed more than 12,000 acres | A wildfire that ignited in Gorman, an unincorporated area in northwestern Los Angeles County, has rapidly spread, scorching over 12,000 acres and prompting the evacuation of 1,200 people from Hungry Valley Park by Sunday. As of midday Sunday, the Post Fire was only 2% contained, with California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) deploying 400 personnel, 70 engines, and two dozers to combat the blaze. Firefighting efforts include air tankers from across the state conducting fire suppression missions as weather conditions permit. | The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for the region, anticipating wind gusts of up to 60 to 70 mph overnight Sunday, which could exacerbate the fire's intensity. The cause of the fire, which began Saturday afternoon, remains under investigation. By Saturday evening, the blaze had already damaged two commercial properties. | Evacuation orders are in effect for areas west of Interstate 5 between Pyramid Lake and Gorman, with additional evacuation warnings issued for areas south of Pyramid Lake up to the Los Angeles County line. Pyramid Lake itself has been closed due to the fire threat. Firefighters are contending with challenging conditions, including limited visibility for aerial operations. | The fire is expected to face slightly higher temperatures and lower humidity in the coming days, with increasing winds posing further challenges to containment efforts. Authorities continue to work diligently to protect residents and mitigate the fire's spread amid the volatile conditions. | Read more updates here | | | American Sports & Culture |  | Kansas lawmakers poised to lure Kansas City Chiefs from Missouri, despite economists' concerns | Missouri officials are pledging to be equally aggressive to keep the Royals and Chiefs, and not only because they view them as economic assets. |
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|  | Ranking Boston's quartet of stars vs. previous NBA champs: Are the Celtics the best ever? | Where could Boston's top four players rank among historical NBA Finals champions? Hint: It's much higher than you might think. |
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|  | Oilers beat the Panthers 8-1 in Game 4 to avoid being swept in the Stanley Cup Final | The Oilers were dominant in every facet of a game they needed to win to keep the NHL season going. |
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| American Business & Markets |  | Stellantis aims to correct 'arrogant' mistakes in U.S. market, CEO says | While sales have been down, the company remains among the most profitable automakers globally. |
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|  | Boeing and NASA delay Starliner astronaut return to June 22, nearly doubling mission length to test spacecraft | The crew flight test represents a final major step before NASA certifies Boeing to fly crew on operational, six-month missions. |
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|  | Why competition in the housing market is cooling off | "The market is slowing down. Homes are taking longer to sell and that allows inventory to accumulate," said Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather. |
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| | American Politics |  | Biden delivers stark warnings about potential second Trump term at star-studded fundraiser | CNN Politics | President Joe Biden on Saturday criticized the Supreme Court as "out of kilter" at a star-studded fundraiser in Los Angeles as he teamed up with former President Barack Obama to warn of a second Donald Trump term. |
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|  | Analysis: Now inmates can vote from this Sin City jail | CNN Politics | How and whether felons and people otherwise detained can cast election ballots has developed into a major civil rights issue in recent years. |
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|  | Trump's lawyers urge judge to reject special counsel's request for gag order in classified docs case | Defense attorneys argued that Trump needs to be allowed to speak freely at the June 27 debate with Biden. Judge Aileen Cannon has scheduled a June 24 hearing on the matter. |
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