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Hospitals across the U.S. may be unprepared for significant flooding, with 171 facilities at high risk during a 100-year flood event. Outdated federal flood hazard maps contribute to this issue. Experts stress the need for hospitals to adapt and become more resilient, as places previously not considered floodplains are now at risk. A small emergency room in Indiana could be surrounded by over three feet of water, while two hospitals in Illinois face similar risks. Updated flood risk assessments and proactive planning are crucial for hospitals nationwide, as extreme weather events become more frequent.

Authorities Identify Suspect in Brown University Shooting, Link to MIT Murder; Motive Remains Unclear In a recent turn of events, the suspect in the Brown University shooting, Claudio Neves Valente, has been identified. Valente, a former Brown student, was found deceased in a New Hampshire storage unit with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Investigators believe he acted alone. Valente is also suspected in the murder of MIT professor Nuno F.G. Loureiro, who was found dead in Brookline, Massachusetts. Both Valente and Loureiro attended the same university in Portugal. Valente studied physics at Brown University from the fall of 2000 to the spring of 2001 and had no current affiliation with the university. The lack of clear surveillance footage from the engineering building where the shooting occurred initially complicated the search for the perpetrator. A key breakthrough came when an individual close to the suspect provided information leading investigators to Valentes car and ultimately his identity. Valente had used a Maine license plate to conceal his Florida registration. The MIT community is mourning the loss of Professor Loureiro, a respected leader in clean energy research. Despite identifying the suspect, the motive behind these tragic events remains largely unknown.

The Blackhawks are struggling without star player Connor Bedard, suffering a three-game losing streak and a four-to-one defeat against the Canadiens. Coach Blashill blames players for passing up scoring opportunities, urging a more aggressive approach. The teams record in Bedards absences is three-and-thirteen-and-one. Despite efforts to play defensively, results have been poor. Frank Nazar ended his goal drought, but the all-rookie third line underperformed. The teams video coaches received praise for successful offside challenges. The Blackhawks face a significant offensive challenge without Bedard.

Chicago Police warn residents of armed robberies in Morgan Park, involving online sales of popular gym shoes. Suspect, Serving Best Deals, is a Black man, 18-21, 510-60, 150 lbs, light complexion, dreadlocks, black puffy coat, gray pants, white Jordan shoes, tattoos on both hands. Second suspect, Black man, 25-30, 511, all black clothing. Police advise using department lobbies for safe exchanges, never resist, and report immediately. Contact Area Two Detectives or submit anonymous tip online.

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Rich High Schools Raptors secured a victory over Thornwood, led by senior Kavon Ammons and junior Amari Winters. Despite lacking individual talent, the Raptors strong team chemistry and collective effort resulted in a seventeen-point lead. Thornwood, a surprise team with a 7-0 start, showed promise but fell to Richs championship culture. Both teams are off to strong starts, with Rich building on past success and Thornwood emerging as a contender.

Broadview Village Committee Rejects ICE Expansion Proposal: Community Concerns and Confusion Prevail A committee in Broadview Village recently rejected a proposal aimed at restricting ICE expansion, sparking public concern and confusion. The proposal, put forth by David Upshaw, sought to regulate prisons and detention centers, but residents feared it could inadvertently legitimize ICEs presence. The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously against the proposal, leaving the community seeking clarity and transparency in future decisions.

Judge Hannah Dugan, from Milwaukee, has been found guilty of felony obstruction. She was accused of aiding an undocumented man, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, to evade federal immigration authorities during an operation at her courthouse. Despite being acquitted of a misdemeanor charge, Dugan was convicted after a four-day trial. She had previously attempted to dismiss the case, claiming judicial immunity, but these attempts were denied. Dugans legal team argued that high-level government officials were involved in the charges against her. The FBI stated that Dugan directed Flores-Ruiz out of the courtroom through a non-public jury door, leading to his arrest and subsequent deportation. Dugan was suspended from the bench following her arrest, and her court duties have been taken over by a reserve judge.