Stories from United States

The ACLU of Michigan is calling for audits of the Northlake Processing Center in Baldwin. Detainees at the facility report a lack of medical care and denial of prescription medications. Witnesses claim individuals who collapse must beg guards for assistance. Detainees have organized a hunger strike to protest these conditions. The Department of Homeland Security oversees the facility.

An SUV collided with a police patrol car in downtown Chicago near Ida B. The driver of the SUV reportedly ran a red light before the impact. The driver attempted to flee the scene but was subsequently arrested. The individual involved sustained non-life-threatening injuries. An SUV ran a red light and struck a pickup truck in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood of Chicago. A 25-year-old SUV driver was taken to Christ Hospital in expected stable condition. A woman in the pickup truck was also hospitalized in good condition. Police have taken the SUV driver into custody with charges pending. A 25-year-old man faces pending charges after crashing a black SUV into a building near 54th and Pulaski around 3:30 a.m. Two women and one man in the SUV refused emergency medical services and are expected to be okay.

Alan MacNist will become the new team principal starting at the Miami Grand Prix. The appointment follows a period of delay in Audi's official announcement. The move is expected to benefit driver Gabriel. MacNist is a former Toyota F1 driver and a three-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He previously served as a head for Audi in Formula 1. This appointment follows the departure of team chief Jonathan Whitley. MacNist brings five years of experience as a Formula E team principal from the 2017 to 2021 seasons. MacNist's expertise in team management is expected to strengthen the squad as it forms for the current season. The appointment is intended to strengthen the team's processes and brand knowledge as the new season forms. The decision follows praise from team members regarding his leadership mentality.

Small business owners in the New Orleans area are increasingly resisting takeover attempts from private equity firms. Business owner Craig Jackamind is actively encouraging local operators to pursue local partnerships instead of selling to external buyers. The movement aims to protect staff and the wider community from the effects of private equity ownership. This backlash is reportedly creating new opportunities for smaller-scale financiers.

A suspect brandished a knife during a White House press corps event at a hotel in Washington D.C. Authorities are currently investigating the motives behind the attack. The suspect is a teacher from Cali who traveled via train to Chicago before reaching Washington D.C. Suspect identified as 31-year-old California teacher Colo Tomas Allen, who is currently not cooperating with investigators. US President Donald Trump stated he was the target of a would-be assassin after the man attempted to rush a security checkpoint. One security service agent sustained minor injuries during the incident. Weapons used in the incident included rifles, pistols, and knives. A suspect identified as 'Coal' has been named in connection with the shooting incident. Witnesses reported uncertainty regarding a potential second shooter and noted the suspect was shot at close range despite wearing a bulletproof vest.

The EPA, FBI, CISA, and NSA issued a joint cybersecurity advisory regarding Iranian-affiliated cyber threats targeting water systems. The advisory warns of potential risks to critical infrastructure security. The advisory follows reports of escalating AI-enabled threats to critical infrastructure.

An overturned fuel tanker has shut down all lanes of Interstate 91 East at the 605 interchange in Cerritos, California. Traffic is being diverted onto the 605 north and south. delays are reported from Bellflower Boulevard. Authorities are implementing traffic breaks to manage the congestion. A big rig tipped over and went over the side of the freeway on the 10 West connector to the 57 North and South. The transition road remains closed until a large tow truck can upright and remove the vehicle. All lanes are currently shut down for a major cleanup operation. Drivers are advised to use Artesia Boulevard to bypass the closure. A charter bus traveling from New York to Washington D.C. overturned on Route 295 near Laurel, Maryland. There were 40 people on board, with 32 transported to hospitals. Two individuals are in serious condition.

The Chicago Cubs suffered a 12-4 defeat against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Starting pitcher Colin Ray struggled during the matchup, surrendering six earned runs over three innings. The Cubs' bullpen depth was cited as a contributing factor to the loss. The game took place in Los Angeles. Cubs pitcher Tavi Assad allowed six earned runs in just over two innings of work. The Cubs are looking to win the series this afternoon with Shota and Managa scheduled to pitch. The loss follows a difficult performance against the Dodgers' top lineup. The White Sox also saw their two-game winning streak snapped.

The total number of bankruptcy filings has reached 591,850. This figure represents the largest number of bankruptcies filed in the recorded period. Total US business bankruptcies reached 591,850 for the previous year. This represents an increase of nearly 63,000 filings compared to 2025. The surge comes amid mounting financial pressures. This figure represents the largest volume of bankruptcies recorded since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Warner Bros Discovery shareholders have approved a merger with Paramount Skydance. Paramount is set to acquire the company in its entirety, including its film studio, cable networks, and streaming services. The acquisition deal is valued at $31 per share. This decision follows a competitive bidding war for the company.