CNN 5 Things DC mayor speaks, PA plant explosion, China tariff deadline extended & more
Aug 11, 2025
The mayor of Washington, D.C. pushes for statehood amid federal oversight, citing a drop in crime yet highlighting ongoing challenges. A tragic explosion at an industrial plant in Pennsylvania leaves one dead and multiple injured. Investigations continue into a deadly shooting outside a Target in Texas. Tensions rise as tariff hikes on Chinese goods face delays. Meanwhile, political battles in Texas between Democrats and Republicans stretch into a second week.
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D.C. Mayor Pushes For Statehood
- Muriel Bowser said the federal takeover is unsettling but not surprising given past rhetoric.
- She urged full D.C. statehood because the district lacks control over its National Guard.
Explosion Kills, Plant Shut Down
- Scott Bakaiso said an explosion at Clairton Coke killed at least one and injured others.
- He said two coke oven batteries were shut and investigators are probing the cause.
Deadly Shooting At Target Parking Lot
- Afoma Dike reported at least three killed and several injured in an Austin Target parking lot shooting.
- Austin Police say the suspect is in custody and the probe continues.