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What to know about Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the alleged arson at his official residence

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www.clickorlando.com – Marc Levy, Associated Press – 2025-04-14 00:23:00

SUMMARY: Cody Balmer, 38, faces charges after breaking into the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion, setting a fire that caused significant damage during Passover. Balmer allegedly used a homemade incendiary device to ignite a fire in a room used for entertaining, forcing Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family, and guests to evacuate. Firefighters extinguished the blaze with no reported injuries. Balmer escaped initially but was arrested later. He is charged with attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, and aggravated assault and has a history of past criminal charges. The investigation is ongoing, but no motive has been disclosed.

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Soldiers hailed as heroes for tackling armed assailant at Georgia Army base

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www.clickorlando.com – Russ Bynum And Jeff Martin, Associated Press – 2025-08-07 09:55:00

SUMMARY: At Fort Stewart, Georgia, Sgt. Quornelius Radford allegedly shot five soldiers before being tackled by fellow troops, who are praised as heroes for their quick actions under fire. The wounded were hospitalized, with three undergoing surgery, but all are stable and expected to recover. Radford, who enlisted in 2018 and worked as a supply sergeant, was arrested shortly after the incident. Motive remains unclear. The shooting raises ongoing concerns about safety on U.S. military bases. Fort Stewart is home to the Army’s 3rd Infantry Division. Federal authorities, including the FBI, are investigating the case.

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Israel is weighing its options in Gaza. Here are 4 scenarios for where things may be heading

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www.news4jax.com – Joseph Krauss, Associated Press – 2025-08-07 03:57:00

SUMMARY: Israel has largely defeated Hamas militarily but hasn’t recovered all hostages from Gaza. Gaza lies in ruins and faces famine amid failed ceasefire talks. Possible outcomes include Israel fully reoccupying Gaza, sparking international outrage and more Palestinian suffering, with Netanyahu’s far-right allies supporting this move. Another path is a ceasefire aligned with Hamas demands, including prisoner releases and Israeli withdrawal, though Israel fears Hamas’s resurgence. Netanyahu seeks Hamas’s disarmament and population relocation plans, opposed internationally. Alternatively, the war may drag on indefinitely, with ongoing attacks and worsening humanitarian crises. U.S. and Trump’s influence remain crucial to any resolution.

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A new immigrant detention partnership nicknamed after Indiana’s iconic racetrack inspires backlash

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www.clickorlando.com – Sophia Tareen, Associated Press – 2025-08-06 16:28:00

SUMMARY: The Trump administration announced a new partnership with Indiana to expand immigrant detention by adding 1,000 beds at the Miami Correctional Facility, reviving the 287(g) program that deputizes local law enforcement for immigration enforcement. Touted as the “Speedway Slammer,” the initiative sparked backlash from the town of Speedway and IndyCar officials due to unauthorized use of local names and imagery. Indiana Governor Mike Braun supports aggressive immigration enforcement, emphasizing cooperation with federal authorities. The move aligns with Indiana’s broader role in Trump’s immigration agenda, including opening a new immigration court and plans to use Camp Atterbury to house detainees temporarily.

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