Cal Raleigh cemented his status among baseball’s elite by surpassing Mickey Mantle’s record for home runs by a switch-hitter and tying Ken Griffey Jr.’s Mariners milestone. He achieved his 55th and 56th homers of the season in consecutive at-bats against Kansas City, adding a historic chapter to Seattle’s franchise lore.

In a remarkable display of power, Cal Raleigh surpassed Mickey Mantle’s switch-hitter home run record and matched Ken Griffey Jr.’s Mariners milestone. With his 55th and 56th homers, Raleigh etched his name in baseball history and energized fans in Kansas City.

Major League Baseball has canceled its plan to play two games in London in 2026, citing scheduling issues. At the same time, the league is on the verge of signing new television agreements with NBC, ESPN, and Netflix.

A 69-year-old woman was discovered deceased in her Lutherville home late Monday night. Baltimore County Police have released few details, leaving the community unsettled as they await more information.

The Oklahoma Supreme Court has issued a temporary hold on newly proposed social studies standards for K-12 students, citing the inclusion of conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election. The ruling pauses the curriculum changes while the court considers the broader legal implications for education across the state.

Unofficial results show former alderman June Trisciani was the top vote-getter in Manchester’s municipal primary, with 3,328 votes placing her ahead in the race for alderman at large. O’Neil also held a leading spot in Tuesday’s closely contested election.

A North Dakota Supreme Court hearing could reshape the fate of a man serving a life sentence for murder. Lawyers for both sides presented arguments on whether the conviction should stand and what it means for the state’s justice system.

Another Louisiana resident has died from the flesh-eating bacterium known as Vibrio vulnificus. It is the fifth death in the state this year, according to health officials, who warn of the infection’s increasing prevalence.

A 20-year-old woman in El Paso, Texas, faces a manslaughter charge after allegedly traveling 118 mph and striking a motorcyclist, resulting in the motorcyclist’s death. According to initial documents, her extreme speed contributed to the fatal outcome, prompting officials to pursue serious legal action.

President Donald Trump’s threat to send the National Guard to Chicago has provoked a sharp response from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, who says the President is “losing it.” Simultaneously, officials in Memphis report the deployment of federal law enforcement following Trump’s televised announcement.

Manchester United’s defensive woes have drawn renewed focus from club legend Gary Pallister, who identifies four specific factors behind a wave of individual errors. In an exclusive interview, he emphasizes how repeated mistakes have disrupted the team’s progress over recent seasons.

President Donald Trump signed an order deploying the National Guard to Memphis, describing it as a “replica” of his approach in Washington. Critics say the move is another test of how far the president can go to use military force in American cities as a response to crime.

The Westmoreland County Housing Authority board voted on Tuesday to approve a $17.1 million annual budget. Officials anticipate this spending plan will meet the authority’s financial demands in the upcoming fiscal year. It reflects a careful effort to address local housing needs.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s renewed vow to send the National Guard to Chicago, suggesting the president may be “losing it.” After a month of repeated back-and-forth threats, the governor’s remarks reflect a deepening political rift over federal involvement in local matters.

Tesla reached a confidential settlement to end a lawsuit over a teenager’s death in a 2019 California crash involving its Model 3 on Autopilot. The agreement was revealed in a court order and came ahead of a scheduled jury trial. No further details on the settlement terms have been made public.

Russia has reportedly established 210 sites for reeducating children from occupied Ukrainian territories, as revealed by a Yale University study. The program, described as far larger than previously estimated, involves both military and police training.

President Trump’s order to send the National Guard into Memphis, revealed by Buffalonews, has sparked new debates over federal intervention in local affairs. In an opinion piece titled “Adam Zyglis: Tread Marks,” the editorial underscores concerns that Chicago could soon be next.

Three individuals were arrested following a late-night conflict at a Duluth bar, culminating in 3rd Degree Riot charges. The altercation erupted at Aces and Spurs, prompting a swift response from local authorities.

A single Federal Reserve meeting can spark major market swings. But for many investors, the bigger question isn’t “What happens next?”—it’s “How do I prepare for any outcome?”

A growing debate in Marin County focuses on bicyclists seeking wider access to single-track trails in the local watershed. Critics argue that these trails are vulnerable to erosion and that increased traffic could disrupt the Marin Municipal Water District’s primary mission of providing clean drinking water.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Isaiah Hodgins, a wide receiver most recently with the New York Giants. Though details are still emerging, the team appears focused on adding size and depth to its receiving group.