Torrential rains led to severe flooding in parts of Connecticut and Long Island, resulting in dramatic rescues and tragic deaths. Connecticut Governor declared a state of emergency as over 100 people were evacuated. Two women lost their lives in separate incidents in Oxford, Connecticut, due to the rapidly rising floodwaters. (AP)
Former NFL player Gosder Cherilus is facing federal charges for urinating on an elderly woman during a flight from Boston to Ireland. Cherilus pleaded not guilty to charges including disorderly conduct and disturbing a flight crew. The incident caused Delta Flight 154 to return to Boston. Cherilus was later arrested by Massachusetts State Police. (UPI)
Authorities seized 629.72 pounds of methamphetamine, valued at $755,000, concealed in a shipment of celery at the San Diego port. Another seizure on the same day netted 361 pounds of fentanyl and cocaine. The incidents are part of Operation Apollo, aimed at controlling fentanyl trafficking in Southern California and Arizona. (UPI)
Former U.S. Congressman George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft charges. He was expelled from office due to lies he concocted about his background to win his position. Santos could face at least six years in prison and more than $370,000 in restitution. (AP)
A new study reveals significant geographic variations in Alzheimer’s disease diagnoses. Differences in diagnosis rates were observed across different regions, with the South having the highest discrepancy between expected and actual diagnoses. Factors such as age, race, and geographical location were found to contribute to these disparities. (Axios)
