The Wizards’ No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa is making waves in Las Vegas — and not just with scoring. Early Summer League showings have scouts talking about real defensive upside.

Sunny and warm this week in Portland, with highs near 87°F Monday and a slight chance of showers late Wednesday into Thursday.

NWS Miami issued a special weather statement for Wellington, Palm Beach Gardens and Greenacres warning of gusty storms through 7:30 p.m. EDT. Gusts near 50 mph and pockets of hail were possible.

An Arkansas man pleaded guilty in federal court to enticement and production charges tied to the 2025 Beaver Dam teen abduction; the plea carries a 25‑year mandatory minimum. Sentencing is pending.

A Flood Watch runs through 8 p.m. Monday across several High Country counties as forecasters warn 2–4 inches of rain could cause flash flooding in low‑lying areas.

Record heat lingers in Salt Lake City: highs near 102°F today and an Extreme Heat Warning through Tuesday morning.

Podiatrists in Tampa and across the U.S. say some patients on GLP‑1 drugs are reporting heel pain, visible tendons and sudden shoe‑size changes after rapid weight loss.

A man was taken into custody after an early‑morning killing at a Harvey business; Jefferson Parish deputies say a deputy fired at the armed suspect before the arrest.

Sen. Gary Peters has endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens, sharpening the race against progressive Abdul El‑Sayed ahead of the Aug. 4 primary.

Police found two people dead inside a Wakefield building late Sunday; the medical examiner will determine cause. Investigators are working the scene at 4053 Carpenter Ave.

Heat Advisory Monday, July 13: highs near 100°F and gusty winds across Denver. Seek air conditioning and check on neighbors.

Numerous storms are likely Monday–Tuesday with heavy downpours and an isolated damaging wind threat. Expect slow commutes and localized flooding.

A three‑vehicle crash in High Springs on Saturday killed a Sarasota woman. Troopers say a Branford pickup rear‑ended her SUV; FHP is investigating.