SUMMARY: Three members of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s arson and explosives unit were killed in a blast at the Biscailuz Training Facility. Authorities are investigating whether the explosion was a training accident. These units handle bomb disposal, arson investigations, and threat prevention. Training is rigorous, often through FBI and ATF programs, and includes real-life simulations. Smaller agencies often rely on larger departments for such expertise. Explosives training is inherently dangerous due to unpredictable variables. Past incidents, including a 2021 fireworks explosion in Los Angeles, highlight the risks faced by these specialized teams. The fallen detectives were highly trained and experienced.

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SUMMARY: South Florida faces an intense heatwave through the weekend with triple-digit heat indices, prompting heat advisories due to high humidity levels. Afternoon temperatures will hover in the low 90s, but the “feels like” temperature will soar to 104-109°F, stressing the body and increasing risks of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Rain chances are low until midweek when 40-50% coverage of afternoon showers and storms, fueled by a surge of tropical moisture from the Atlantic, will provide some relief. The Atlantic remains mostly clear of tropical development due to dust from Africa. Rip currents have eased from high to moderate, but hydration and sun protection remain vital.

CBS News Miami’s Chief Meteorologist Ivan Cabrera says to expect South Florida’s hottest weekend this summer with no rain and …

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SUMMARY: A federal judge modified part of a preliminary injunction against President Trump’s election overhaul executive order. The adjustment restricts the block on assessing citizenship for voter registration forms to only 19 states that sued, not nationwide. However, this has limited practical impact since another judge blocked the mandate across all 50 states in a separate case. The change follows a Supreme Court ruling limiting nationwide injunctions. Other aspects of the initial injunction, including proof-of-citizenship and mail-in ballot rules, remain blocked. The Department of Justice continues to fight the lawsuits filed by Democratic state attorneys general and civil rights groups.

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