School officials wrestle with how to protect students from ICE
A wildfire near the town of Cedar Ridge expanded rapidly overnight, forcing hundreds to evacuate as firefighters worked to create containment lines. Officials say shifting winds and rocky terrain hampered efforts, but air support and ground crews are making progress on several fronts.
In economic news, a major retailer announced plans to close multiple underperforming stores, citing weak foot traffic and rising operating costs. The company pledges to help employees transition to other locations and to reallocate resources toward digital sales channels.
Record rainfall drenched the region, triggering flash floods in several neighborhoods. Local authorities urged residents to avoid flooded roadways as water levels rose, with emergency services rescuing a number of stranded motorists and setting up temporary shelters for displaced residents.