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NY bus crash, Kilmar Abrego Garcia released, tourist hotspot critter & more

Aug 22, 2025
A tragic bus crash in New York leaves multiple people dead, shaking the community. The DC National Guard receives new orders as the former President plans a crackdown on crime. Meanwhile, a Maryland father, wrongfully deported, continues his legal battle. In business news, a settlement looms between Elon Musk’s X and ex-Twitter employees. Lastly, a tourist destination in Spain faces an unexpected visitor: venomous sea slugs, stirring concern among travelers.
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Deadly Tour Bus Crash Near Buffalo

  • A tour bus carrying about 50 passengers lost control on I-90 east of Buffalo, causing multiple deaths and injuries.
  • CNN flagged this as breaking news and promised updates in the 6 p.m. episode.
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National Guard Armed In D.C. Amid Crackdown

  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered National Guard members in D.C. to carry service weapons amid heightened federal involvement.
  • The move is linked to President Trump's plan to expand federal crime crackdowns to cities like Chicago and New York.
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Trump, Bolton, And A Reopened Investigation

  • President Trump denied prior knowledge of an FBI search at John Bolton's home and suggested he expects DOJ briefings.
  • The Justice Department reopened an investigation about Bolton's book and whether it disclosed classified information.
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