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The front pageWednesday, August 19, 2026 — what's gaining coverage right now

World·13h

VSU Shooting: Five Injured, Lockdown Lifted

A mass shooting at Virginia State University near the Quad Annexes left multiple people injured and the campus on lockdown as police search for suspects; injuries are reported as non-life-threatening and victims have been transported to area hospitals, with officials saying no arrests have yet been made and updates continuing. The incident is developing with ongoing investigations and law enforcement urging the campus community to avoid the area and follow directions.

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Health·19h

Pennsylvania measles outbreak grows to 307 cases as schools brace for back-to-class spread

Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak has accelerated, with 307 statewide cases this year and 60 new cases in the past week, while Lancaster County now ranks second in the U.S. for measles cases this year, underscoring gaps in vaccination and rising hospitalizations as schools prepare to reopen. Health officials are expanding pop-up vaccine clinics and urging vaccination, as the national counts climb to about 2,566 cases in 2026 per CDC data.

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Environment·1d

Alaska Bear Attack on Anchorage Trail Hospitalizes Woman

A spate of bear incidents across North America; near Anchorage, a woman hiking alone used bear spray to escape a brown bear attack on the Wolverine Bowl Prospect Heights trail, was hospitalized, and officials posted warnings while searching the area for the bear. Separate incidents include a woman in British Columbia sustaining injuries while intervening in a sow-and-cub bear attack at Stoney Hill Regional Park, leading to a temporary park closure, and other bear encounters prompting warnings and advisories, including a Vancouver Island case and a Monterey area report of a similar attack, with authorities reiterating safety tips such as carrying bear spray and traveling in groups.

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IJRDeclassified FBI Documents Reveal Extent Of Swalwell ScandalNewly released FBI records are providing additional details about the bureau’s investigation into the relationship between former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California and Christine Fang, a Chinese national who was also known as Fang Fang. The documents, which were declassified by President Donald Trump and released by the White House Government Transparency Task Force, describe allegations Trending Newsfeed · Aug 19

World·1d

Sparta party shooting leaves five hospitalized

Five people were injured, with one in critical condition, after a shooting at a Sparta party on Beulah Highway around 3 a.m. Sunday; the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office says the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is assisting in the ongoing investigation.

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World·3d

Colombia Earthquake: Toll Rises, Mourning Declared

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 71 people and causing extensive damage across Risaralda, Valle del Cauca, and Chocó, with hospitals and infrastructure reported damaged and ongoing rescue efforts. President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national disaster to mobilize emergency response and relief as the death toll rose and aid coordination intensified.

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World·4d

Massachusetts Marine Freed From Russia, No Exchange

A former U.S. Marine and teacher, Robert Gilman, detained in Russia since 2022, is in a dissociative stupor and described as near death due to alleged prison abuse, with him being treated in a civilian hospital, fed via a tube, and restrained to a bed as his family and advocates urge urgent humanitarian release. The U.S. State Department has expressed deep concern and has repeatedly pressed Russia for his release on humanitarian grounds as his condition deteriorates and access to lawyers and family remains restricted.

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World·5d

Ukraine Strikes Crimea and Nizhnekamsk Refinery

A spate of Russian drone and bomb attacks in the Zaporizhzhia region has killed and wounded civilians, including deaths in Kushuhum and other districts, and damaged homes, farms, a hospital, and retail premises. Officials say FPV drones are increasingly used to target moving vehicles and civilian infrastructure as the conflict intensifies around Zaporizhzhia.

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World·Aug 11, 2026

Columbus officer grazed; suspect in custody, charged

An East Side Columbus standoff with a male armed with two handguns left a police officer grazed by a bullet and hospitalized, as witnesses reported up to 20 shots fired in a roughly 30-minute confrontation. The suspect was eventually taken into custody after threatening himself with the guns, with no other injuries reported.

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Sports·Aug 11, 2026

Multiple high school players airlifted after injuries

High school football players in Texas and Indiana were airlifted to hospitals after serious injuries or health emergencies during practices or scrimmages, with first responders and school staff coordinating rapid medical transport and responding to the incidents. In Martinsville, officials later said the injured player is resting comfortably at home, while in the Texas case the school canceled further activities as a precaution and did not release additional details.

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IJRArena Threatens To Remove Mom And Daughter Sporting Pro-Girl ShirtsA mother and daughter attending Sunday’s WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream said arena security told them to cover T-shirts expressing support for women’s sports or leave the venue. Kasey Thomason and her daughter, Annie Thomason, attended the game at State Farm Arena in Atlanta wearing shirts associated with XX-XY Athletics, a clothing company that promotes keeping women’s athlTrending Newsfeed · Aug 19

Entertainment·Aug 11, 2026

Witherspoon Father Found Unconscious, Hospitalized

Reese Witherspoon’s 84-year-old father, John Draper Witherspoon, was found face down by the pool at his Windsor Tower condo in Nashville and rushed to a hospital after a medical incident was reported, with authorities not releasing details on his condition. Reports from Page Six and Nashville Metro, and coverage noting his and Reese’s family background in medicine and military service, corroborate the incident across multiple outlets.

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Reporting·Aug 6, 2026

McConnell Announces Discharge From Rehab

Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) announced he is leaving rehab Thursday. The senator, who has been hospitalized since falling early this summer, will return home. McConnell — in a statement — thanked the medical staff who…

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Reporting·Aug 3, 2026

Ohio Congresswoman Hurt in Hit-And-Run Crash

A congresswomen from Ohio is recovering after being a victim of a hit-and-run accident on her way to church Sunday morning. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) was hospitalized after the vehicle she was riding in was struck…

1 source

Reporting·Jul 29, 2026

Christian Teacher Released from Prison

An Irish teacher who has become a central figure in his country’s debate over religious freedom, gender identity policies, and the authority of the courts has been released from prison, though his legal battle is far from over. Enoch Burke, an evangelical Christian and former teacher at Wilson’s Hospital School in County Westmeath, has spent […]

1 source

Sports·Jul 27, 2026

Wife of Chiefs OC Shot; Son Arrested in Ashburn

The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, Mia Bieniemy, was shot at the couple’s Virginia home and hospitalized with serious injuries, while Bieniemy was at the Chiefs’ training camp. The Chiefs confirmed they are aware of the incident as investigators continue to probe and Bieniemy had recently rejoined the team as OC.

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Reporting·Jul 27, 2026

Mitch McConnell’s Docs Give Health Update About Elderly Senator

The Office of the Attending Physician (OAP) said Monday that Republican Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell was discharged from the hospital and undergoing daily physical therapy.

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Tech·Jul 27, 2026

Waymo Robotaxi Crash in LA; Vehicle Not At Fault

A Waymo robotaxi collided with a blue sedan on Venice Boulevard in Pico-Union around 5:45 a.m., injuring several people including a pedestrian and sending two to hospitals as investigators work to determine the sequence of events. Waymo says it is coordinating with first responders and prioritizing safety while the investigation continues.

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Auto·Jul 27, 2026

Phoenix officer thrown as SUV crashes into precinct

A Phoenix police officer was injured when an SUV crashed through a fence at the Mountain View Precinct, throwing the officer from a parked squad car; the officer is in stable condition and the driver is suspected of impairment as investigators continue. The incident was one of two Friday-night law-enforcement crashes in Phoenix, with a second crash near 19th Avenue and Interstate 17 sending a detention deputy and three inmates to the hospital.

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Jul 27, 2026

Cyclospora Outbreak Tied to Iceberg Lettuce; Recall Issued

Federal health officials say the cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms has grown across multiple states with thousands of cases and hospitalizations, while a separate, active investigation remains focused on identifying the products and locations involved in 72 cases. Authorities emphasize simple hygiene and proper cooking to kill the parasite as they continue tracing sources and updating the public on evolving clusters.

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Weather·Jul 27, 2026

Scottsdale heat rescue mobilizes 25 firefighters

Phoenix-area hikers were rescued from heat-related emergencies along multiple trails during a searing heat spell, with responders administering hydration and cooling and transporting several hikers to hospitals in stable condition. Rescues occurred on South Mountain and the Gateway Loop Trail in Scottsdale, employing advanced equipment and coordinated multi-agency response as temperatures rose across the region.

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Business·Jul 26, 2026

Quest Diagnostics Beats Q2 Revenue, Raises Forecast

Quest Diagnostics posted Q2 2026 revenue of $3.04 billion, up 10.2% and delivering adjusted EPS of $3.12, beating expectations, and it raised its full-year outlook to roughly $11.95–$12.05 billion in revenue and $11.05–$11.25 per share in adjusted earnings amid strong demand across physician, hospital and consumer channels. The results signal sustained demand and positive momentum for diagnostic testing services, with revenue-per-requisition dynamics and volumes supporting the upgrade to guidance.

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World·Jul 25, 2026

North Las Vegas Gunman Dies After Arrest

In North Las Vegas, a man armed with an AR-15 fired at homes in the Yellowhammer Place area, was wrestled by officers, became unresponsive after arrest, and died at a hospital with impairment suspected and an autopsy planned to determine cause of death. Surveillance video and eyewitness accounts described a frightening scene, with no injuries to officers or bystanders reported, while investigations into the use of force are underway.

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World·Jul 25, 2026

Indiana: Indy officers shot; Elkhart arrest

Elkhart police are investigating a shooting on the 400 block of State Street in Elkhart that left a 54-year-old man in critical or potentially life-threatening condition, with medics transporting him to the hospital after Tuesday evening’s incident. Reports indicate varying updates on arrests—one article says a suspect was arrested and preliminary charges were sent to the prosecutor, while others note no arrests have yet been made as the investigation continues.

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Sports·Jul 25, 2026

NFL sets Super Bowl LXII date in Atlanta

The NFL officially set Super Bowl LXII for February 13, 2028 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, marking the city’s fourth hosting and a high-profile centerpiece for the 2027-28 season. The announcement also signals that a shift toward an 18-game regular season remains unlikely in the near term, with emphasis on fan events and hospitality surrounding the game.

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Health·Jul 24, 2026

Surgery Partners, Intermountain Health announce Idaho Falls sale

Surgery Partners, in partnership with Intermountain Health, has placed into escrow agreements to sell its Idaho Falls hospital interests and Mountain View Hospital to Intermountain for about $1.15 billion, with Surgery Partners receiving roughly $795 million subject to adjustments. Completion hinges on physician approvals, regulatory clearances, and other closing conditions, and physician ownership at Mountain View Hospital will remain unchanged as the company continues its portfolio shift toward ambulatory surgery centers.

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