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‘El Chapo’s’ son accepts deal with U.S. government, pleads guilty to drug charges
SUMMARY: Ovidio Guzmán López, son of notorious drug lord “El Chapo,” pleaded guilty to four federal charges related to operating a faction of the Sinaloa cartel, including drug distribution and continuing criminal enterprise. He faces a possible life sentence but is expected to receive a reduced term due to a plea deal. As part of the arrangement, 17 family members were granted U.S. asylum under witness protection. Ovidio was extradited to the U.S. in 2023. His brother Joaquín, arrested last year, faces drug trafficking charges with prosecutors seeking the death penalty and is negotiating his own deal. “El Chapo” remains imprisoned for life.
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WWE World Heavyweight Champion Gunther previews showdown with Goldberg in Atlanta | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: WWE World Heavyweight Champion Gunther previews his July 12 main event against hometown legend Goldberg at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. Gunther embraces the challenge, calling Goldberg a one-trick pony reliant on his spear and jackhammer, confident he can defeat the 58-year-old in under three minutes. Despite respecting Goldberg’s intense legacy and global impact, especially in WCW and WWE, Gunther thrives as the challenger in the champion’s opponent’s hometown. He aims to break fans’ hearts by ending Goldberg’s run and views this as a major career achievement. Gunther warns Atlanta fans not to get their hopes up.
Walter Hahn, known as Gunther in the WWE, recently joined Sudu Upadhyay to preview his World Heavyweight Championship …
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Anti-ICE demonstrators march to Beaufort County Sheriff's Office
SUMMARY: On Hilton Head Island, over 100 people marched to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office demanding the removal of the 287(g) agreement, which deputizes local law enforcement for federal immigration enforcement. The ACLU’s Dulce Lopez criticized the program for risking racial profiling and infringing on constitutional rights. Sheriff PJ Tanner supports it, stating deputies would access Homeland Security data to check for warrants or charges linked to suspects. Demonstrators expressed concerns about innocent people being caught in deportation processes, increased racial targeting, and local policing resources being diverted from community needs, emphasizing the contributions of immigrants to the local economy.
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"We Give A Shirt" initiative returns to support local businesses and charities
SUMMARY: The “We Give A Shirt” campaign, started in 2020 by Wier/Stewart and Showpony, is back after five years to support local businesses and charities in Augusta, Ga. Initially launched during the pandemic to aid small bars and restaurants, it raised about $200,000. Now redesigned with new colors, the campaign offers five t-shirt designs every two weeks, with $10 from each $25 sale benefiting one of five charities: Friends of Francis, Children’s Hospital of Georgia, Habitat for Humanity, Apparo Academy, and First Tee of Augusta. Shirts feature local businesses like Luigi’s and Nacho Mama’s and are sold online with limited-time availability and minimum order requirements.
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