Sam Neill, best known as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, died Monday in Sydney at 78. His family called the loss 'sudden and unexpected' and said he remained cancer‑free.

WWE will stage the 40th Survivor Series: WarGames at Daikin Park in Houston on Nov. 28. Presales begin in early August and tickets go public Aug. 7.

Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares features Madison Heights’ Boodles and Warren’s Firenze’s; one spot has since been listed closed. The series’ two‑hour premiere airs next Tuesday night.

A motorcyclist died Monday on the 2500 block of Lemay Ferry Road after an SUV turned into a south St. Louis County parking lot, police said.

San José approved a $764,000 community paramedicine pilot to train firefighter‑paramedics to divert frequent 911 callers to care instead of the ER. The small team could hit the streets this fall if state sign‑off arrives.

U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man with a firearm at the north barricade Monday; officials closed the access point while investigators collected evidence.

Joe & the Juice opened at Del Mar Highlands Town Center, bringing coffee, juices and wellness-forward smoothies to the Carmel Valley center.

Boston asking prices ticked down in June to a median of about $825K while the national median existing‑home sale price reached a record $440,600. Local supply gains are easing seller leverage.

HTA is directing $1 million to 10 major festivals and sports events around the islands in 2026, aiming to boost visitation and community engagement.

Denver police are investigating a shooting near the 1700 block of S Federal Boulevard; one person was transported to a local hospital. Officers remained on scene.

Former SMU player Blake Poston’s Cover2 Capital is planning a $100M, 20‑story boutique tower at 5220 McKinney Ave that would add 100 large luxury units to Uptown. The project is in early design and city review.

A raccoon that attacked dogs near Tree View Drive in Snellville tested positive for rabies; three dogs are under evaluation and officials urge residents to check pet vaccinations.

State Sen. Alexis Calatayud says $50 million in new Hometown Heroes funding opens July 13, expanding up to $35,000 in down‑payment aid for Miami’s frontline workers.