The mother of the 14-year-old accused of a fatal school shooting in Georgia had warned school staff of an emergency involving her son before the incident. Colt Gray, charged with murder, had reportedly faced struggles including his parents’ separation and bullying by classmates. (AP)
A wildfire near Los Angeles threatens tens of thousands of structures amid a heat wave. Three firefighters were injured, and evacuation orders were issued for areas under threat. Thunderstorms could exacerbate conditions. The fire has scorched about 27 square miles. Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency. (AP)
Walt Ehmer, the president and CEO of Waffle House, passed away at 58. Known for his leadership, he joined Waffle House in 1992 and has held various roles, contributing significantly to the company’s growth. The Waffle House board confirmed his death, saying it was due to a prolonged illness. (ABC News)
Five people were shot and injured on Interstate 75 in Kentucky, and a suspect, Joseph A. Couch, is at large. A recovered AR-15 rifle is believed to be related to the shooting. The wooded terrain near the site is hindering the search. The interstate has since reopened. Multiple law enforcement agencies are involved in the investigation. (NPR)
Walmart has expanded the recall of apple juice due to high arsenic levels, now encompassing 133,500 cases from various brands. Other impacted retailers include Aldi, BJs, Market Basket, Walgreens, and Weis Markets. The affected products were sold in multiple states in various bottle sizes. Customers are advised to discard or return the affected products for a refund. (CBS News)
