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Beach Boys' Brian Wilson dies, family 'at a loss for words'

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www.wjbf.com – Alix Martichoux – 2025-06-11 12:04:00

SUMMARY: Brian Wilson, co-founder and visionary leader of the Beach Boys, passed away at 82, his family announced. Known for his genius in melody and arrangements, Wilson crafted timeless hits like “Good Vibrations” and “California Girls,” shaping the legendary California surf sound. Diagnosed with dementia last year amid family challenges, Wilson’s death marks the end of an era. As the eldest surviving Wilson brother, he led the group from local fame to international stardom in the 1960s, selling over 100 million records. The Beach Boys’ 1966 album “Pet Sounds,” highly acclaimed, solidified Wilson’s influence. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.

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Warning for parents: This teen trend can prove deadly | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-07-28 16:43:11

SUMMARY: The “Door Kick Challenge” is a dangerous viral trend on TikTok where teens kick in front doors on video for social media attention. Originating as a prank, it has escalated to serious property damage and legal consequences. In Hillsborough County, a masked teen wielding an airsoft gun kicked in a door, causing thousands in damages. Police warn that homeowners might respond with force, potentially leading to injury or death. Law enforcement nationwide, including in Volusia County, Florida, are arresting participants and urging parents to discuss the severe risks, including felony charges and violent retaliation, with their children.

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Suspect caught in Taliaferro shooting, thanks to witnesses

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www.wjbf.com – D.V. Wise – 2025-07-28 08:42:00

SUMMARY: On July 27th, just before 8 p.m., a shooting occurred near Park Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Taliaferro County, Georgia. Deputies found a man shot in the foot, treated him on-site, and transported him to Augusta for further care. Witnesses identified the suspect as Tamarcus Callaway Jr. of Thomson, who fled in a burgundy Nissan Altima. A BOLO was issued, and after a brief pursuit by McDuffie County deputies, Callaway Jr. was taken into custody around 9:07 p.m. The victim’s injuries were not life-threatening. The GBI is investigating the incident. Sheriff McWilliams praised the cooperation and swift response.

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US-EU trade deal will raise costs for companies and consumers

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www.wsav.com – The Associated Press – 2025-07-28 05:35:00

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a trade deal imposing 15% tariffs on most European goods entering the U.S., down from Trump’s threatened 30%. The agreement excludes tariffs on strategic goods like aircraft and certain chemicals, with ongoing negotiations for further product coverage. The EU will buy $750 billion in U.S. energy and invest $600 billion more in America. Some tariffs, including a 50% steel tariff, remain. The deal aims to reduce trade tensions but imposes higher tariffs than pre-Trump levels, potentially raising U.S. consumer prices and impacting European exporters. Reactions are cautiously optimistic.

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