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Officer Injured, Gunman Killed Near CDC In Atlanta

A lone gunman opened fire near Emory University in Atlanta, critically injuring a police officer before being killed. Police say the suspect’s father had warned authorities that his son was suicidal. The shooter was found wounded on the second floor of a CVS, across from the CDC’s global headquarters. Officials say there is no ongoing threat to the area.

Prosecutors Deny Lying To Obtain Medical Records

Manhattan prosecutors say they acted properly after a murder suspect’s lawyers accused them of lying on a subpoena to get his private medical files. The case involves Luigi Mangione, charged with killing UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson last December. Prosecutors admit Aetna sent them more records than allowed but say they deleted the extra files and told the court. Mangione faces the death penalty if convicted, with his next hearing set for September 16.

William Webster, Former FBI And CIA Director, Dies At 101

William H. Webster, the only person to lead both the FBI and CIA, has died at age 101. He served as FBI director from 1978 to 1987 and CIA director from 1987 to 1991, after earlier careers as a prosecutor, federal judge, and Navy veteran of World War II and Korea. Leaders praised his decades of public service and his commitment to the rule of law. He is survived by his wife, three children, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Four Blue-Chip Stocks Offer High Dividends At Lows

Four major blue-chip companies — Hormel Foods, Molson Coors, PepsiCo, and Pfizer — are trading near 52-week lows while offering strong dividend yields. Analysts say these established brands remain financially sound and could reward patient investors with both income and future gains. All four stocks have “Buy” ratings from major Wall Street firms, making them appealing to long-term, dividend-focused portfolios.

FAA Plans Major Hiring Push For Air Traffic Controllers

The FAA aims to hire 8,900 air traffic controllers by 2028, including 2,000 in 2025, to boost recruitment and retention. Plans include year-round hiring for experienced candidates, expanding training programs, and upgrading simulation systems at 95 facilities. Despite the effort, the agency expects to lose nearly 6,900 controllers over the next three years due to retirements and attrition.

Colorectal Cancer Cases Rise In Adults Under 50

New screening guidelines lowering the starting age from 50 to 45 have led to a sharp rise in colorectal cancer diagnoses among Americans aged 45 to 49. Studies by the American Cancer Society found a 50% jump in cases from 2021 to 2022, mostly at early, more treatable stages. Screening rates in this age group climbed 62% between 2019 and 2023, but experts say access and equity in testing still need improvement.

Low-Dose Lithium Shows Promise Against Alzheimer’s In Mice

Harvard and Rush University researchers found that tiny amounts of lithium may help protect the brain from aging and Alzheimer’s. In mouse studies, low lithium diets sped up brain inflammation and memory decline, while lithium orotate reduced symptoms and harmful protein buildup. Human brains with Alzheimer’s also showed lower lithium levels, but experts warn more research is needed before recommending supplements.