Body found at Boston home owned by husband of Massachusetts Rep. Ayanna Pressley

CNN Newsource on July 20, 2026

By Mike Toole

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    BOSTON, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Boston police are investigating the discovery Saturday of a dead body that was found at a property that is owned by the husband of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts.

Police spokesperson James Moccia told CBS News Boston on Saturday that officers were called to a house on Malta Street in Boston’s Mattapan neighborhood at 1:52 p.m. “for a report to investigate a person.”

When they arrived, they found the person deceased, Moccia said.

Moccia did not have any further details and said the homicide unit is handling the investigation. A Boston police cruiser was seen outside the home Saturday evening and it was sealed off with red crime scene tape.

On Sunday, police said they have no additional information to add on the death at this time.

According to property records from the city of Boston, Pressley’s husband, Conan Harris, is listed as the owner of the Malta Street home. The property has an assessed value of $919,000.

The two-story, seven bedroom house was built in 1910. Pressley and Harris do not live at the home. It’s a rental property that’s currently for sale. The asking price is $1.15 million.

WBZ-TV reached out to the real estate agent handling the listing, but she has not yet responded with comment.

“The Congresswoman extends her deepest condolences to the impacted family,” a spokesperson for Pressley said in a statement Saturday night.

Pressley, a Democrat, was first elected to Congress in 2018, when she defeated longtime former Rep. Michael Capuano in a primary.

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Young Massachusetts sisters hold rugby fundraiser to help kids with epilepsy get service dogs

CNN Newsource on July 20, 2026

By Paul Burton

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    CANTON, Massachusetts (WBZ) — A first-of-its kind rugby fundraiser was held Sunday at the Irish Cultural Center in Canton. The event was organized to help families with kids battling epilepsy, inspired by a brave young girl and her older sister, both who are determined to make a difference.

Twelve-year-old Parker Vitagliano-Hill, a rugby player herself, said her younger sister, 8-year-old Alana, who was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of two, is her “whole world.”

The Vitagliano-Hill family obtained a brown chocolate lab medical service dog named Rosie.

“She can actually smell certain types of seizures that Alana’s about to have and give us as her family an extra moment or two to keep her safe,” mother Alicia Vitagliano said.

The purpose of Sunday’s event was to help raise awareness for epilepsy and provide support so kids living in New England with epilepsy can obtain their own seizure alert dog.

It was all inspired by Parker’s love for her sister. WBZ-TV featured Parker and Alana as part of our MVP series.

“She’s done so good in school despite having epilepsy. She’s been an amazing person, friend, family member, everything,” Parker said.

“Parker was very clear that she wants other kids to feel the safety, security and freedom that Rosie allows her sister,” added Alicia.

Word of Parker’s mission reached the passionate World Cup soccer fanbase of Scotland’s Tartan Army, who came to show their support and even had her try on the signature Boston traffic cone. They also participated in the rugby game.

“What an incredible big sister she is to look out for her sister like this and to bring all these people together,” said Danny Campbell of the Tartan Army. “You can be young and still make a massive change.”

The need for these service dogs is huge. The family says Rosie has become big part of their family and want to see other families have the same experience.

“It’s meant a lot. It’s done so much. it’s changed how we live, it’s changed how my sister lives,” Parker said.

The family said the goal is raise $10,000 to help start the grant funding process so people can get the help they need.

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3 dead in Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease cluster, NYC health officials say

CNN Newsource on July 20, 2026

By Katie Houlis

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    NEW YORK, New York (WCBS) — For the third day in a row, the New York City Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease cluster.

Health officials say three people have died in connection to the outbreak.

“Our hearts are with their family and friends as they mourn their loss. Out of respect for their personal privacy, we will not be releasing any additional information about their passing,” Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin said in a statement, in part.

The first two deaths were reported on Friday and Saturday.

As of Sunday, a total of 74 Legionnaires’ disease cases have been connected to the cluster, health officials say. Of those 74 patients, three have died, eight are currently hospitalized, 51 have been discharged from the hospital, and 12 did not need to be hospitalized.

“While we continue to investigate cases and closely monitor those in the hospital, we have not identified anyone with new symptoms for more than a week, and we are not seeing any concerning trends in emergency department surveillance data,” Martin said in a statement, in part.

Health officials believe the source of the outbreak – suspected to be water vapor containing live Legionella bacteria from a cooling tower in the area of the 10028, 10075 and 10128 ZIP codes – has been eliminated after they ordered 76 buildings that tested positive for the bacteria to undergo precautionary cleaning.

“We will continue inspecting every cooling tower that tested positive and will hold accountable any owner who fails to comply with our public health laws,” Martin said in a statement, in part.

Anyone who develops flu-like symptoms after spending time in the impacted area is encouraged to seek medical care.

For more information on Legionnaires’ disease, including symptoms and prevention, visit the health department’s website.

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South Florida sees troubling rise in child drownings after latest Lauderhill pool rescue

CNN Newsource on July 20, 2026

By Zachary Bynum, Anna McAllister

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    MIAMI, Florida (WFOR) — A 14-year-old boy is hospitalized after being pulled from a swimming pool at a Lauderhill apartment complex Sunday, marking the latest in what officials describe as an alarming increase in child drowning and near-drowning incidents across South Florida.

Lauderhill Fire Rescue responded to Sunny Lake Apartments after reports that a child had been pulled from the water. The teenager was rushed to the hospital.

His condition has not been released.

The incident comes as South Florida continues to experience a troubling string of water emergencies involving children.

According to CBS News Miami reporting, there have been at least six drowning or near-drowning incidents involving children across South Florida over the past month, many of them in Broward County.

Sunday’s rescue also happened at the same apartment complex where another near-drowning was reported last year.

Among the recent tragedies CBS News Miami has reported:

– On July 5, a 4-year-old drowned in a lake in Plantation. – Just four days later, another child drowned in Plantation. – On July 12, North Lauderdale Fire Rescue rescued a 2-year-old boy who was found drowning in a swimming pool. The child was reported to be in critical condition. – Just six days later, a 4-year-old boy was taken to the hospital in critical after a near drowning.

The latest rescue has renewed concerns among first responders, who say many of these incidents are preventable.

Officials continue to urge parents and caregivers to closely supervise children around water, install appropriate pool barriers and enroll children in swim lessons as early as possible.

“We are unfortunately seeing a trend in these tragedies and near tragedies here in South Florida,” CBS News Miami’s Anna McAllister reported from the scene Sunday.

To help address the problem, Florida offers vouchers that can help families pay for swim lessons, part of an effort to reduce child drownings across the state. Information about the program is available on the CBS News Miami website.

Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death for young children, making constant supervision and water safety education critical during South Florida’s year-round swimming season.

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Exclusive: Officials for Pilot, Brewer, and Akawa Butte Fires provide update, explain conditions and resources

KTVZ on July 20, 2026

Claire Elmer

SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — An incident command post has been established at the Sisters Rodeo Grounds as crews continue battling numerous wildfires sparked by recent lightning storms across Central Oregon.

More than 2,000 lightning strikes hit Central Oregon on July 15th, which have now ignited around 85 wildfire fires in the region, according to Central Oregon Fire. Among them are the Pilot, Akawa Butte, and Brewer fires.

As of Sunday at 5:00p.m., the Pilot Fire has burned about 120 acres and is now in patrol status with 20% containment. Firefighters continue working to gain control of the much larger Akawa Butte and Brewer fires. The Akawa Butte Fire has grown to nearly 6,900 acres, while the Brewer Fire has expanded to about 17,900 acres. Both remain at 0% containment.

Fire officials say challenging weather conditions are fueling extreme fire behavior.

“It is extreme fire behavior out there on the fire line at all three fires,” said Whitney Tayer, deputy public information officer with the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Complex Incident Management Team 2. “All three of these fires are extremely wind-driven. As the wind shifts, tactics are changing.”

Crews are working to build and reinforce containment lines, and additional help is now arriving from outside the region after several days of limited resources.

“Our national preparedness level is at a level five, on a scale of one to five,” Tayer said. “It means that our resources are extremely limited when we are placing orders to get resources from around the country.”

Tayer said only 10% to 20% of requested resources had been arriving in recent days, but that is beginning to change.

“Today, we’ve seen a lot more resources coming into the area,” she said. “We have a task force coming from California, additional task forces coming tomorrow, and resources from Nevada and Idaho.”

Fire managers are also urging residents to take evacuation notices seriously and be prepared to leave early if conditions worsen.

“If you are experiencing a Level 2 evacuation, take that seriously and pack up your belongings and get ready to leave ahead of time,” Tayer said. “There are large pieces of heavy equipment traveling on these roads, and we would hate for people to get stuck behind them.”

Officials stress that staying alert and informed is critical as fire conditions continue to evolve.

KTVZ News has dedicated pages for a general overview of wildfires currently burning in each of the following counties: Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson. Please note they are not updated in real-time and are not a substitute for emergency alerts or the most recent evacuation notices.

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Local nonprofit supports grandparents raising their grandchildren

KESQ on July 20, 2026

Timothy Foster

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — A day of swimming, games and laughter brought dozens of families together Sunday as Grandparents Love hosted its annual “Sunday Fun Day” at the Westin Rancho Mirage.

The nonprofit serves grandparents across Riverside and San Bernardino counties who unexpectedly become full-time caregivers for their grandchildren because of family tragedies, incarceration, or other difficult life circumstances.

Founder and President Aristotle McDaniel said the goal of the event is to give both grandparents and grandchildren a chance to enjoy a stress-free day together.

“The kids just get to be normal kids,” McDaniel said. “They get to run around, play, swim and have fun, while the grandparents can relax for a few hours without worrying about anything. We just want to take some of that stress off their shoulders and let them know the community cares about them.”

Grandparents Love works through nominations from schools, case workers, victim advocates and community members. Once a family is connected with the organization, volunteers help meet immediate needs such as furniture, appliances, school supplies and other essentials.

One recent family was referred by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office after a grandmother moved from Utah to the Coachella Valley to care for her grandchildren following the death of their mother. After learning the family’s greatest need was furniture, Grandparents Love partnered with Mathis Brothers Furniture in Indio to furnish the home within hours.

For Gilbert and Sandra Lucero, the nonprofit made a difference during a difficult time. Gilbert Lucero said he was recovering from heart surgery when the couple became responsible for raising their grandchildren.

“When we first got involved with Grandparents Love, I was recovering from heart surgery and we needed a washer,” Lucero said. “They stepped in and got us one. When you’re taking care of three grandkids, something like that means everything.”

The Luceros said the support extends beyond household needs. Events like Sunday’s give children a chance to have fun while allowing grandparents to connect with others facing similar challenges.

“The kids get to come out, swim, play games and just have fun,” Sandra Lucero said. “Seeing them happy is a blessing. If you’re a grandparent raising your grandkids and you’re struggling, don’t be afraid to ask for help.”

Grandparents Love is also preparing its back-to-school campaign, hoping to raise money to provide gift cards so grandchildren can shop for their own school clothes, helping ease another financial burden for grandparents.

Those interested in nominating a grandparent for assistance, volunteering or donating can learn more at GPL-GrandparentsLove.org.

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Two vehicle crash in Irwin sends Idaho Falls man to hospital

KIFI on July 20, 2026

Maile Sipraseuth

IRWIN, Idaho (KIFI)– Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that injured one person at 10 p.m. on Saturday near Irwin.

According to Idaho State Police, a 2006 GMC Sierra driven by a 27-year-old Idaho Falls man was traveling eastbound with two passengers, both from Idaho Falls. One 26-year-old man was riding inside the pickup, while another 27-year-old man was riding in the truck bed.

Investigators say a 2023 Tesla Model S, driven by a 63-year-old Idaho Falls man, was also traveling eastbound when it rear-ended the GMC.

Both vehicles left the roadway following the crash. The Tesla came to rest on the eastbound shoulder, while the GMC came to rest in the eastbound lanes.

The 27-year-old man riding in the bed of the GMC was flown to a local hospital.

The highway was blocked for about three and a half hours as emergency crews responded to the scene and cleared the roadway.

The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Hiker airlifted after falling 300 feet on Mount Idaho

KIFI on July 20, 2026

Maile Sipraseuth

UPDATE: St. Luke’s Air shared a video on Facebook and details about the rescue on Friday morning. You can see it below.

CUSTER COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI)– A hiker is recovering after falling approximately 300 feet on Mount Idaho, prompting a large-scale rescue operation in Custer County.

According to a Facebook post from the Custer County Sheriff’s Office, emergency crews were dispatched Saturday afternoon after receiving reports of a hiker who had fallen on Mount Idaho in the Lost River Range.

Multiple agencies responded to the rescue, including local search and rescue teams, Air St. Luke’s One, and the Idaho National Guard’s TALON70 helicopter.

The Idaho National Guard successfully hoisted the injured hiker from the mountainside before transferring the patient to waiting ground crews and Air St. Luke’s medical personnel. The hiker was then flown to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center for treatment.

“We are once again impressed by the skill and bravery of the Idaho National Guard and Air St. Luke’s performing a rescue in spontaneous inclement weather conditions over the Lost River Range. We are thankful for the willingness of the Custer County SAR members, a volunteer organization, to help people in need in our County,” Custer County Sheriff’s Office said.

Officials have not released the hiker’s identity or provided an update on their condition.

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Nipomo High School wrestler wins national championship, twin sister earns top 10 finish

KEYT on July 19, 2026

Dave Alley

FARGO, N.D. (KEYT) – Nipomo High School wrestler Taya Maumausolo Matagi earned a national championship on Saturday with a victory at the 2026 U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals inside the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota.

Competing at 235 pounds in the 16U division, the soon-to-be junior defeated Maycee Hales of Utah 9-4.

Also in the tournament, Maumausolo Matagi’s twin sister Tasi Maumausolo Matagi earned a position on the championship podium with a 7th place finish in the 190 pound 16U division.

With their impressive accomplishments on the national stage, the two sisters each earned All-American status.

Taya Maumausolo Matagi was the lone California wrestler to win an individual title in the 11 different weight classes.

Behind her performance, Team California earned a fifth place finish in the 16U Women’s Team Division.

Earlier this year, the two sisters each captured individual championships to help lead Nipomo to the program’s first ever CIF-Central Section team title.

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Show us your artwork! – Local artist’s celebrate World Watercolor Month

KIFI on July 19, 2026

Kaelyn Blessinger

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)– July is recognized as World Watercolor Month, an international celebration founded a decade ago by Missouri artist Charlie O’Shields. The annual event encourages people around the world to pick up a paintbrush while promoting the importance of art and creativity.

A simple mixture of sugar, honey and pigment creates watercolor paint, but for many artists, the medium offers far more than colorful paintings, it provides a way to express creativity and connect with others.

Sally Ellis is a local watercolor artist, who has been perfecting her craft for over 30 years. She has been painting for more than 30 years and now shares her experience with students at BYU-Idaho. Whether she’s teaching in the classroom or painting outdoors, she enjoys helping others discover the beauty of watercolor.

“You’ve got to have a good plan and you’ve got to know where you’re going in watercolor, because you start with the end in mind,” Ellis said.

While demonstrating one of her paintings inspired by the Ricks Gardens in Rexburg, Ellis explained how intentional color choices can transform a scene.

“This is at the Ricks Gardens in Rexburg, Idaho, and we orchestrate it with a warm green, a cool green, a vivid. And then notice that we popped in this red as a compliment. And it creates energy,” Ellis said. “You want that in your watercolors. These little accent colors are exactly what that is. It’s called accent. These actually did not exist. I put them in there on purpose. This made this pop or gave it more energy.”

For those interested in learning the craft, the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho offers beginner watercolor classes each month.

“We have watercolor here. It’s Beginning Watercolor. We teach it once a month, and it is on the third Saturday every month,” Becca Hayes, Education Curator at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, said. “It is always beginner friendly, and the instructor goes through and teaches you all the different kinds of watercolor paint and brushes.”

Ellis encourages aspiring artists to approach watercolor with confidence rather than fear.

“Come with a mindset that you’re going to experience it,” she said. “Sometimes the mindset is, ‘I can’t do this. I can’t do that.’ Your mind can destroy what you’re trying to accomplish. So use the goals and the elements and principles of design to take you where you want to go.”

She also believes Eastern Idaho’s artistic community is one of the region’s greatest resources.

“We have a lot of good painters in this area, and you can learn a lot from the painters in this area just by watching them, coming together as a community and painting together,” Ellis said.

In addition to classes at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, watercolor enthusiasts can connect with other artists through local organizations and community painting groups throughout the region.

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