The Campbell Soup Supply Company has admitted to thousands of violations of the Clean Water Act, stemming from waste dumping at its Napoleon, Ohio canning factory. These violations, occurring between April 2018 and December 2024, involved the discharge of pollutants like E. coli, oil, grease, and solids into the Maumee River, which feeds into Lake Erie. The admissions were made in response to a joint lawsuit filed by the EPA, Lake Erie Waterkeeper, and Environment Ohio, who claim the discharges contributed to toxic algae blooms. The case will now proceed to trial to determine the necessary steps for the company to curb its pollution and the associated civil penalties.
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South Carolina State University experienced two shootings on Saturday night during its Homecoming celebration, prompting a campus lockdown. The incidents occurred at Hugine Suites, resulting in one fatality, a female guest, and two other injuries. The university’s Homecoming concert was canceled, and officials have requested the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division to investigate. Counseling services are available for students as the investigation continues and the campus remains secured.
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A mass shooting in downtown Montgomery near Bibb and Commerce Streets resulted in two fatalities and 12 injuries late Saturday night. According to the Montgomery Police Department, the shooting involved two groups exchanging gunfire amidst a crowd of people near a busy entertainment district. The investigation is ongoing, with police questioning multiple individuals and recovering weapons. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward, as even the smallest detail could be critical to the investigation.
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A BBC investigation tracks the rise of sextortion, a growing online crime where victims, often teenagers, are blackmailed into sending intimate photos or videos. The investigation followed the digital footprint of a scammer who targeted US teenager Evan Boettler, leading to Lagos, Nigeria, where organized “Hustle Kingdoms” of scammers operate. These operations involve young men using social media to extort money from victims, sometimes incorporating traditional rituals and even deepfake technology to increase their success. Despite efforts from social media platforms like Meta, which claim to combat sextortion, critics argue these measures are insufficient, while reports of such crimes continue to rise.
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Marineland, a Niagara Falls attraction, is requesting emergency funding from the Canadian government to care for its whales, warning of imminent euthanasia due to financial constraints. The park’s request to export 30 belugas to a Chinese aquarium was denied by the Fisheries Minister, who cited a 2019 law restricting whale captivity and entertainment shows. Marineland claims relocation is the only alternative to euthanizing the animals, as other options are unavailable, and it is now for sale but has not yet found a buyer.
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A woman was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Chicago’s South Side after agents were reportedly “boxed in” and “rammed by 10 cars.” According to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson, the agents fired “defensive shots” when they discovered the woman was armed. The woman drove herself to the hospital. A crowd gathered at the scene to protest the shooting, and federal agents deployed pepper balls and tear gas. This incident is the second shooting since the implementation of a new immigration enforcement operation, and follows a previous fatal shooting involving federal agents.
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Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, a top official at the National Institutes of Health, was terminated by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. following her whistleblowing efforts. Marrazzo alleged that she was silenced for pushing back against NIH officials, appointed during the Trump administration, who questioned vaccine importance and canceled clinical trials. Her complaint to the U.S. Office of Special Counsel alleged retaliation, highlighting concerns over statements made by Dr. Matthew Memoli that echoed Kennedy’s vaccine skepticism. This dismissal occurred amidst other changes, including Kennedy’s removal of the Advisory Committee on Vaccine Practices and their subsequent replacements.
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South Carolina health officials have confirmed a measles outbreak in the Upstate region, with eight cases reported as of Wednesday, five of which are part of a newly identified outbreak. The outbreak is defined as three or more linked cases, and the individuals involved are unvaccinated. Health officials are concerned about the rapid spread of the highly contagious disease in communities with low immunization rates, as the source of some cases is unknown, indicating unrecognized community spread. To prevent further spread, officials urge those feeling ill to stay home, notify healthcare providers, and cooperate with investigations, emphasizing the importance of vaccination.
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In Chicago, Alderman Jessie Fuentes was handcuffed by federal agents at Humboldt Park Hospital while questioning their actions regarding a detained man. The agents, believed to be from ICE, released Fuentes after handcuffing her and threatened further arrest if she returned. This incident occurred amid increased ICE activity, including an instance where federal agents deployed tear gas on a street in Logan Square. Local officials have condemned the federal agents’ actions, with Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasizing the right of elected officials to document ICE activities and urging Chicagoans to challenge the government.
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