Much of the Midwest will be under extreme heat risk by Monday, and there are flood threats along the Gulf Coast. CNN meteorologist Allison Chinchar has the forecast. 

These cities are expected to get record breaking heat

Newark, NJ

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Nine individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, distributing fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

16 Arrested in Major Drug Bust: Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl & Heroin

Anyone with half an eye on the housing market over the last two decades will know that in many countries, not least the United States, it’s become much more difficult to buy a home.

These cities are now so expensive they’re considered ‘impossibly unaffordable’

CNN’s Omar Jimenez joins 83-year-old Wilbur B. Bell as he tries to find information about his father, Cornelius Bell, who was born mere months before the 13th Amendment was ratified, officially abolishing slavery in the United States.

This man says his father was born into slavery. Hear his story

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Washington State

The geological record of the region indicates on average, these mega earthquake and tsunami events happen every 500 years.

This part of the US is at highest risk for a devastating tsunami

Los Angeles County, CA

A fire in Los Angeles County that forced the evacuations of hundreds of people from a state park has burned more than 12,000 acres, authorities said Sunday, just one day after it started.

A fire in Los Angeles County has consumed more than 12,000 acres

People taking medications for ADHD, or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, may face disruptions in accessing treatment after the arrests of two executives of a telehealth company that distributed such drugs to adults across the United States.

CDC warns access to ADHD meds may be disrupted after arrests of health-care startup executives

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Florida State

Heavy rainfall is hitting Florida again after days of deadly, torrential storms have turned roads into canals and forced water rescues.

Rain soaks a storm-battered Florida for a fourth day after floods transformed roads into canals and stranded drivers

CNN’s Fareed Zakaria describes how Europe has been unable to keep up with the American powerhouse, and the need for a grand strategy. 

Fareed’s take: Europe is unable to keep pace with America

Catherine, Princess of Wales, arrives at Buckingham Palace for the King’s official birthday parade, her first public appearance since revealing her cancer diagnosis. CNN’s Anna Stewart reports.

Video shows Princess of Wales exiting carriage in first appearance since cancer diagnosis

Northern Kentucky Tribune

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks Monday on the Senate floor regarding Iran:. “Last night, Iran confirmed that its president and foreign minister died in a helicopter crash. The condolences from sympathetic regimes were swift.

Opinion – Sen. Mitch McConnell: Untimely death of president of Iran does not change regime’s threats

Elisa Raffa reports that the Humboldt penguin population is under threat of extinction.

Humboldt penguins at risk

Rochester Hills, MI

Police are looking for a motive after at least nine people were shot in what appears to be a “random” shooting that sent panicked families fleeing a crowded recreation area in Rochester Hills, Michigan, on Saturday afternoon, authorities said.

Police search for motive after apparent ‘random’ shooting at Michigan recreation center wounds at least 9

Chrome’s century-long reign as that added bit of flash and glamour on new cars may be coming to an end. At least at one major auto maker, environmental and serious health concerns are outweighing its aesthetic appeal.

Maker of Jeep and Dodge plans to kill chrome on cars, citing risks to those who make it

NEWARK, N.J. — Thomas Manzo, the ex-husband of a star from Bravo's "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," was convicted today of planning an assault on his ex-wife’s current husband in exchange for a lavish wedding reception, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. The 59-year-old Franklin Lakes resident was found guilty after a two-and-a-half-week trial before U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton in Newark federal court.

Real Housewives Star's Ex Convicted of Violent Assault

News of the deaths comes as pilgrims gathered atop Mount Arafat on Saturday, marking the main event of the annual gathering.

Six Hajj pilgrims die from heatstroke in Mecca, as temperatures head for 118 degrees Fahrenheit

Texas State

A Texas man was arrested Thursday for threatening one of the FBI agents involved in the federal investigation into Hunter Biden, the Justice Department said.

Texas man charged with threatening FBI agent involved in Hunter Biden investigation

Archeologists excavating George Washington’s Mount Vernon home recently discovered 35 glass bottles containing cherries and berries.

35 bottles from the 18th century filled with cherries unearthed by archeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

CNN’s Patrick Oppmann gains access aboard the Russian warship stationed in Cuba, 90 miles from the coast of the United States.

See inside Russian warship 90 miles away from US coast

Virginia State

Republicans are openly floating that this will finally be the year that Virginia shifts from the Democratic column it’s been in for several presidential elections and back into the battleground category where Donald Trump could win.

‘We are seeing real momentum’: Republicans think Virginia could be in play this year

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How much do solar panels cost in 2024? Less than you may think

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How much do solar panels cost in 2024? Less than you may think

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