SUMMARY: Gulfport standout Ethan Surowiec is known for his clutch moments on the baseball field, including watching his future team win the College Baseball World Series on his birthday. He attributes his World Champion mindset to UFC fighter Conor McGregor, and looks up to former MLB player Jonathan Holder. Despite big dreams of making it to the big leagues, Surowiec remains focused on his senior season with his fellow seniors. The Gulfport Admirals are determined to win the State Championship this year, starting with the playoffs against Oak Grove Warriors. Surowiec's major league mentality and birthday wishes may just lead them to victory.

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SUMMARY: Detroit is set to host the NFL draft, showcasing its progress after emerging from bankruptcy in 2013. The city has seen significant development, including a renovated train depot, a new skyscraper, and improved downtown areas. With an expected economic impact of $160 million, the draft will bring in thousands of visitors and provide a boost to local businesses. Efforts are being made to enhance security for the event, with increased police presence and monitoring of social media for potential threats. Mayor Mike Duggan hopes the draft will help reintroduce Detroit to America and change its image.

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SUMMARY: A woman rejected a settlement from Jackson, Mississippi after officials disclosed the amount they would pay her for her brother's death at the hands of three police officers. George Robinson died in 2019 after being pulled from a car by the officers. The city settled for $17,786, but the woman's attorney claimed the city violated a confidentiality agreement and will continue to sue. The lawsuit alleged that the officers brutally beat Robinson, who had not committed any crime. One officer was convicted of negligence manslaughter, but his conviction was later overturned. Additionally, the woman's son was killed by an off-duty police officer, leading to a separate investigation.

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