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Massachusetts State Trooper Suspended for Inappropriate Texts About Karen Read During Investigation
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor, who led the investigation into Boston Police officer John O'Keefe's murder and Karen Read's trial, was suspended without pay following allegations of sending inappropriate texts about Read during the investigation. In one message, Proctor referred to Read as a 'whackjob [expletive]', and in another he expressed hope that she would kill herself. The Massachusetts State Police opened an internal affairs investigation into Proctor's conduct and suspended him pending its outcome. 
Judge Joshua Kindred Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations: A Look into the Unclear Reasons Behind His Departure from the U.S. District Court for Alaska
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024Trump-appointed Judge Joshua Kindred of the U.S. District Court for Alaska resigned on July 8, 2024, following allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The investigation by the Judicial Council confirmed these findings, but Kindred initially denied the accusations before later admitting to lying under oath. 
Tropical Storm Beryl: At Least Seven Dead, 3 Million Without Power in Southeast Texas
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Tropical Storm Beryl, a Category 1 hurricane, hit southeast Texas on July 8, 2024, causing widespread damage including power outages affecting over 3 million residents. The storm resulted in at least seven deaths and led to the cancellation of over 1,300 flights. Houston faced significant flooding and damage due to fallen trees and downed power lines. CenterPoint Energy aimed to restore power to a million customers by the end of the day but warned about extended outages in hardest-hit areas. 
President Biden Defies Calls to Retire Amidst Re-election Doubts: A History of Proving Skeptics Wrong
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Amidst re-election doubts, President Biden vows defiance and refuses calls to retire from Democratic lawmakers and major donors. With a history of proving doubters wrong, Biden expresses intentions to stay in the race in a letter to congressional Democrats. 
Clarifying the Role of Neurologist Dr. Kevin Cannard in President Biden's Health: Facts from White House Doctor's Statements
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Neurologist Dr. Kevin Cannard's frequent White House visits were for military personnel clinics, not President Biden's examinations or treatment for Parkinson's disease as speculated. He has been the president's neurologist since 2012 and holds regular clinics at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. 
DeMar DeRozan Joins Sacramento Kings in Major NBA Sign-and-Trade Deal: Chicago Bulls, San Antonio Spurs Also Involved
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024DeMar DeRozan joins the Sacramento Kings in a three-team NBA sign-and-trade deal involving the Chicago Bulls and San Antonio Spurs. The Kings hope this move, along with other veteran additions, will lead them back to the playoffs after being eliminated in last season's play-in tournament. 
Duke Freshman Cooper Flagg Stuns NBA Stars at Team USA Training Camp
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 202417-year-old Duke freshman Cooper Flagg showcased his impressive basketball skills and competitiveness during Team USA training camp scrimmages, outperforming NBA stars like Anthony Davis, Jrue Holiday, and Bam Adebayo with his confidence and basketball IQ. Flagg's accomplishments include leading Montverde Academy to a national title, being named Gatorade player of the year, Naismith player of the year, and a McDonald's All American in high school. 
Halle Berry, Glenn Close, and Kim Kardashian Team Up for Legal Drama 'All's Fair': A Star-Studded Collaboration
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Halle Berry, Glenn Close, and Kim Kardashian team up for Netflix's new legal drama 'All's Fair'. Berry and Close serve as executive producers alongside Kardashian. Close, a three-time Emmy winner, produces under Trillium Productions. Murphy writes, directs, and executively produces the series. Kardashian portrays the top divorce attorney in LA. 
The Duality of Dragons: Rhaenys, Aegon II, and Aemond's Brutal Three-Way Battle in 'House of the Dragon'
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024In 'House of the Dragon', a pivotal three-way battle involving Princess Rhaenys, King Aegon II, Prince Aemond, and their dragons showcases the duality of these creatures as both awe-inspiring and destructive. As tensions rise between Rhaenyra's and Alicent's families, the war intensifies with both sides utilizing dragons to gain an edge. 
Hurricane Beryl Impacts Gulf Coast Oil Production and Prices: A Look at the Latest Developments
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Tropical Storm Beryl made landfall near Matagorda, Texas, causing reductions in Gulf Coast refining operations and shutting in production from the Perdido platform. Despite potential impacts on supply, some analysts remain optimistic that prices will not significantly increase due to the storm's forecasted weakening and minimal effect on gasoline prices. The upcoming hurricane season is also a concern for investors, with Colorado State University predicting an 'extremely active' season this year. U.S. crude oil prices were averaging $3.50 per gallon nationwide on July 8.