California arrests lag behind states such as Texas and Florida, because those states started with more arrests. They also have a stronger record of cooperation. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Makes sense.

L.A.'s water management system discards billions of gallons of rainwater that might be reused. 'Sponge cities' help. LA Times

“ICE law enforcement, along with our partners, are doing what "Sanctuary" politicians refuse to do — protect the American people,” ICE said, denouncing the liberal policy of refusing to allow cops to coordinate with immigration agents. New York Post

VOA VIEW: As it should be.

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One of President Trump's core objectives heading into negotiations with Russian tyrant Vladimir Putin will be to prevent a third invasion of Ukraine, according to Sen. Lindsey Graham. New York Post

VOA VIEW: A good objective.

Jason Hong was left dumbfounded after learning that his beloved Cessna Skyhawk had been repeatedly stolen for joyrides, with the mysterious thief even maintaining and repairing the aircraft. New York Post

This is not the first time the Israeli prime minister has called for one final military drive to dismantle Hamas and end the war. New York Times

VOA VIEW: His strategy and resilience has been good.

The independent body that redraws the state’s political maps isn’t perfect, many Republicans say. But they prefer that to the gerrymander that Gov. Gavin Newsom seeks to offset one proposed in Texas. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Newsom's strategy may backfire and Dems lose seats.

As products like weed gummies proliferate, more children and teens are suffering symptoms including seizures and life-threatening breathing problems. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Cannabis is harmful to all.

President Donald Trump attributed former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s unprecedented stock market success to “inside information,” due to her husband’s ability to outperform “every Hedge Fund in 2024.” OANN

VOA VIEW: Pelosi is dirty.

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President Donald Trump announced that he will hold a press conference on Monday to discuss implementing measures to combat violent crime in Washington, D.C. OANN

VOA VIEW: He may have to take control of DC.

While the Canyon fire in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties in California is ongoing, officials downgraded the evacuation orders to warnings as containment efforts continue. Washington Times

Volunteers helping to clean up damage from the recent floods in Texas found dinosaur footprints dating back to 110-115 million years ago, during the Earth's Cretaceous period. Washington Times

The man who oversees the nation's military reposted a video about a Christian nationalist church that included various pastors saying women should no longer be allowed to vote. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Foolish thought.

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Amid rising electric bills, states are under pressure to insulate regular household and business ratepayers from the costs of feeding Big Tech's energy-hungry data centers. Washington Times

A man suspected in a shooting at a Montana bar that left four people dead and prompted a neighborhood lockdown was captured Friday after a weeklong search, authorities said. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Good!

NASCAR star Connor Zilisch said he broke his collarbone after falling from his vehicle in the victory lane on Saturday, following his win at Watkins Glen racetrack. CBS

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Jen Pawol​ has made history as the first female umpire​ to work a regular-season game in the major leagues. CBS

A mysterious fireball blazed across the sky in broad daylight on June 26, sparking hundreds of siting reports in Georgia and South Carolina. CBS

The U.S. officially began levying tariffs on dozens of countries, just as the economic fallout of President Trump's months-long tariffs threats was beginning to create visible damage to the U.S. economy. CBS

VOA VIEW: It has become a plus.

With time, and IPOs, many of today's private AI fortunes will eventually become more liquid, providing a historic opportunity for wealth management firms CNBC

VOA VIEW: There are pluses and minuses for AI.

President Donald Trump's remarks come as he has increased his rhetoric about countering crime in the District in recent days. CNBC

VOA VIEW: They should listen.

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The president said a tariff reversal could cause a Great Depression-style economic crisis. CNBC

Tesla obtained a permit to run a ride-hailing service, in Texas, allowing it to join a market that includes Uber, Lyft and others. CNBC

VOA VIEW: It is still not totally safe.

A shooting Saturday night in Baltimore, Maryland, left six people wounded, including a 5-year-old girl who was shot in the hand, according to police. FOX News

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ICE arrested an illegal immigrant from Guatemala after Rhode Island police released him despite child sex crime charges and an active immigration detainer. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Good!

Katie Abraham and her friend, Chloe Polzin, were killed in a hit-and-run allegedly caused by an illegal immigrant from Guatemala who is suspected of driving under the influence. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Illegals must be ousted.

Parents in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, face potential jail time and fines under a new ordinance holding them responsible for preventing children's unruly behavior. FOX News

VOA VIEW: As it should be.

Tammy Bruce, the former Fox News contributor, has been tapped by President Donald Trump to serve as the next deputy representative to the United Nations. UPI

VOA VIEW: Good choice.

U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy and U.S. Vice President JD Vance met with Ukrainian officials to discuss ending the war started by Russia three years ago. UPI

The Federal Reserve has not approved an interest rate cut since before the Nov. 5 election, but one of its governors said she wants three rate cuts this year. UPI

VOA VIEW: The Feds must reduce the interest rates.

The suspected gunman in the attack that killed a police officer near the Emory University campus and the CDC's headquarters was identified Saturday morning. UPI

Three people were injured and one person was arrested after an early-morning shooting in New York City's Times Square Saturday. UPI

President Donald Trump reportedly wants the U.S. to sell Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac stock in a quest to move mortgage finance firms from full federal control. UPI

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