Did the heroic actions of a Louisville officer just coming off the academy save countless lives in a mass shooting? Nickolas Wilt was among three officers who were injured when a shooter opened fire on Monday morning at Old National Bank in downtown Louisville. Four victims lost their lives when the 25-year-old shooter used a rifle and live-streamed the event. According to Gray News, Wilt ran towards the gunfire and was shot in the head during the incident. He emerged from surgery later in the day in critical but stable condition. Ironically, Wilt had just graduated from the LMPD Police Academy on March 31.

The University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky postponed their baseball match scheduled for Tuesday night in response to the shooting which has already attracted significant attention. The shooter is reportedly formerly employed by Old National Bank. No motive has been reported.

Tennessee lawmakers Rep. London Lamar, Rep. Johnnie Turner, Rep. G.A. Hardaway, and Rep. Antonio Parkinson were cut off from chambers after arguing against gun measures. They were later expelled from their posts along with Rep. Gloria Johnson and Rep. Jesse Chism for disruption of a legislative session. Their mic's were turned off after they were unable to reach between the two parties. Vice President Kamala Harris called their expulsion "an attack on democracy". Meanwhile, President Joe Biden referred to the expulsions as "shocking, undemocratic and without precedent" while criticizing Republicans for not taking greater action on gun reform. Furthermore, a "writ of election" for "primary elections for nominations by statewide political parties to fill the vacancy" must be scheduled within 55 to 60 days, state code says. And a general election to fill the vacancy must be scheduled within 100 to 107 days. Both Jones and Pearson qualify to run for their seats again in the special election according to Tennessee law.

Two federal judges issued opposing rulings late last week on the use of the abortion pill mifepristone, setting up a possible Supreme Court showdown. Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk overturned the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone using an 1873 anti-vice law prohibiting abortion drugs from being sent by mail or other delivery service. This applies in states where it remains legal for a woman to terminate her pregnancy. The judge's opinion, featuring charged language such as "unborn humans," claimed the FDA ignored the safety risks of the alleged unsafe medication despite the FDA regulating mifepristone with restrictions reserved for only 60 drugs in the US. Mifepristone accounts for 50% of abortions in the US, and doctors caution that if Judge Kacsmaryk's decision is upheld, it could eliminate abortion rights across the country. The ruling could proceed to the Supreme Court, and last year it struck down Roe v. Wade.

Recently leaked classified US Defense Department documents, regarding the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war, have been labeled "a very serious risk to national security" by officials. The documents, which include data on US allies and China as well, are reportedly formatted similarly to those issued to senior leaders for daily updates. Officials have stated that some of the documents may have been altered, but it is not known to what extent. Investigation into the source of the leak has begun, and the Pentagon has begun reassessing their document distribution process. Officials from the Pentagon, White House, and the Department of Justice are all involved in the investigation. In the weeks since the leak, Ukrainian officials have updated their military plans due to the sensitive information disclosed, and other documents discuss Indo-Pacific and Middle Eastern defense and security issues. The leak has raised concerns about the safety and security of US national security documents.

Sgt. Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murder in the death of Garrett Foster during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest in Austin, Texas, is set to be sentenced on Tuesday. Perry could face life in prison for the crime. The judge is expected to consider Perry's social media posts and messages, in which he railed against protesters, during the sentencing hearing. Perry's attorneys also stated that many people have reached out to speak on Perry's behalf. This case has grabbed the attention of the nation after Texas Governor Greg Abbott indicated he would exonerate Perry upon a request from the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole. Perry had claimed self-defense in firing at Foster during the incident, but prosecutors claimed that Perry instigated the encounter by driving his car into the protest. Both Perry and Foster were legally carrying firearms at the time. On Friday, a Travis County jury convicted Perry of murder.

Recent revelations by ProPublica have shown that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and his wife have repeatedly gone on luxurious vacations, paid for by Republican megadonor Harlan Crow, without disclosing them. Calls for impeachment have arisen but have been deemed impossible. Critics argue that the president should, instead, order Justice Thomas's cases to be reviewed to see if he's breached ethical conduct rules. Thomas has claimed that because he and Crow are old friends, he did not think the vacations needed to be disclosed. However, the judicial code of ethics, although regarded by Chief Justice John Roberts as voluntary, maintains that accepting expensive trips from donors is unacceptable. Federal employees are forbidden from accepting any gift, of any value, that could be seen as a conflict of interest, or which could reflect adversely on an employee's reputation. The controversy surrounding Thomas's actions raises serious concerns about judges' impartiality when they go beyond ethics guidelines. It is suggested that the president should take steps to ensure that Thomas's ethical record be reviewed to ensure that he has not abused his judicial position.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that his state has secured an emergency stockpile of up to 2 million abortion medication pills which will be shared with other allied states. The move comes as a federal judge in Texas has restricted access to Mifepristone, which is part of a two-dose regimen approved by the Food and Drug Administration as both safe and effective since 2000. Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, argued that “legitimate safety concerns” surrounding Mifepristone were ignored by the FDA. Many anti-abortion-rights organizations are suing the FDA to try and pull the drug off the market. The Biden administration is appealing Kascmaryk’s ruling.

The single-drug alternative to the two-drug protocol of Mifepristone and misoprostol involves the use of misoprostol alone which, although less effective than the combined protocol, is endorsed by the World Health Organization as a safe and effective option. California has also secured 250,000 doses of misoprostol alone for use in termination of pregnancy. Pharmacies experiencing shortages will be directed to a state website where they can find information about how to request pills from the misoprostol supply. The state’s CalRx prescription drug program secured California’s supply of pills which ensures that Californians can continue to have access to safe reproductive health treatments.

South Korea has dismissed a "significant portion" of leaked US intelligence documents that reportedly suggest concern among top South Korean national security officials about arms manufactured by their country being sold to Ukraine. The documents are part of a wider leak, described by the Pentagon as "a very serious national security risk", that includes material on US spying on allies including South Korea and Israel. Photos of the documents have circulated across social media platforms and messaging services for weeks. US officials reportedly believe that many of the documents are genuine. The Pentagon has said that it is working to determine the truth, and that at least one document appears to have been manipulated. The leak will prompt concern for US allies, with South Korea having previously supplied non-lethal and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Seoul has a longstanding policy against providing weapons to countries in active conflict, which makes it difficult to supply arms directly to Ukraine. The contents of the leaked documents could potentially affect the relationship between South Korea and both the US and Russia.

On the morning after Easter, a mass shooting at the Old National Bank building in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, resulted in five people dead and eight injured, two of whom were critically injured, according to police reports. The shooter was confirmed dead on the scene in what has been called a single gunman event. Police were called to the 300 block of East Main Street and responded to "an active aggressor." One of the victims was a police officer, most likely injured in shots exchanged between the shooter and police. Among the rumors that circulated after the event was a theory that the shooter was a previous employee of the bank.

Governor Andy Beshear expressed his grief and disbelief at the situation, a tragedy that involved friends who lost their lives. Authorities have yet to offer any explanation regarding the shooter's motives. As this story develops, Kentucky's residents are encouraged to keep away from the scene and await further details from relevant authorities.

The Nashville Metropolitan Council is set to meet today to consider the vacancy left in Tennessee’s state legislature after Justin Jones was expelled last week. Jones had joined fellow lawmakers Justin J. Pearson and Gloria Johnson in demanding gun control measures after a fatal shooting at a Nashville school. The trio broke House rules; Pearson and Jones were expelled, while Johnson survived the vote. However, 23 members of the 40-seat Metropolitan Council have already stated they would vote to send Jones back to the Legislature. If selected, Jones would still have to run in a special election. Protests are already being organized by groups, such as March for Our Lives, who plan to march from the courthouse to the capital before the meeting. The expulsion of the Black lawmakers, especially in the absence of similar action taken against white lawmakers who broke rules, drew attention to racial dynamics in Tennessee's Legislature. Meanwhile, the Shelby County Board of Commissioners, which is responsible for choosing Pearson’s replacement, will convene on Wednesday to consider reappointing Pearson.

Allegedly leaked Pentagon documents suggest so. The documents were posted on social media platforms including Discord, Telegram, and Twitter and reportedly contained U.S. assessments of the war in Ukraine, as well as intelligence on diplomatic allies. At least two of the documents revealed internal discussions among South Korea's officials concerning the U.S. pressuring the East Asian nation to help supply weapons to Ukraine amid Seoul's hesitancy. The information was reportedly based in part on intercepted communication signals. South Korea has demanded that the U.S. takes appropriate measures once the investigation into leaked Pentagon documents detailing U.S. intelligence has concluded. A South Korean senior government official has also cast doubt on the legitimacy of the documents, saying that there are suggestions that some of the information might be fabricated, and a senior U.S. official has also said that some of the documents may have been altered. The allegations surfaced as South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol prepares for a state visit to the White House later this month.

Two heavily Democratic states, California and Massachusetts, are stockpiling abortion pills to counter the harm caused by the federal judge's recent ruling that halted the FDA approval of Mifepristone, which anti-abortion conservatives have hailed as a victory. On Monday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state has secured up to two million Misoprostol pills, which is widely used as an abortion medication, as an alternative to Mifepristone.

In addition, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced that the state has begun stockpiling Mifepristone ahead of the court injunction that could make the drug illegal by Friday. A significant dramatic reaction, Democrats in these predominantly blue states are creatively fighting back by buying the drug in bulk to maintain reproductive freedom. Furthermore, state law backs pharmacies and healthcare providers to continue stocking and dispensing the drug without legal liability.

The likelihood of these matters reaching the Supreme Court is high, but the measures taken by blue states seem to be a signal of catching up that will not encourage anti-abortion politicians. Now red states are taking anti-abortion regulations to court, which will affect the national agenda concerning the constitutional right of abortion.

The Senate Judiciary Committee, in a letter to Chief Justice John Roberts Jr., is calling for an investigation into the Supreme Court's ethical standards over Justice Clarence Thomas's undisclosed acceptance of gifts and luxurious trips provided by a wealthy Republican donor. If the court does not act in response to the investigation, the committee has threatened to consider drafting a legislation clarifying the court's ethics rules. The senators wrote that Thomas's conduct is "plainly inconsistent with the ethical standards the American people expect of any person in a position of public trust." Thomas argued that he was not obliged to report the gifts and luxurious trips as he had been advised in the past that he need not report them from personal friends. Democrats have long urged the court to adopt the ethics rules that the rest of the federal judiciary follows and impose a new code of conduct on itself. The American Bar Association also recently urged the move, noting that the Supreme Court is the only court in the country without such binding rules.

A trove of 100 secret US military and intelligence documents were recently leaked and posted on anonymous web forums, potentially representing a significant intelligence breach. While the documents revealed closely-held information about US operations and intelligence-gathering capabilities, there was no information that would force a change in Ukraine's plans. The Biden administration is now left with the task of damage control in the aftermath of this highly damaging leak. The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the leak's origin, while the Defense Department and other government agencies are assessing the potential impact on national security. The documents emerged on anonymous gaming forums, with some appearing to have been doctored, making it challenging to draw specific conclusions. The leak could potentially expose the sloppiness of US agencies in handling sensitive information that is contradicting reports of highly-adapt intelligence gathering capabilities. Overall, the breach is highly concerning, and the US government needs to find the source and reduce the damage done.

Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was detained by Russian authorities in Yekaterinburg in March 2023 on charges of espionage, while reporting on Russian military activities. Gershkovich, who moved to Russia in 2017 to report on his parents' birth country, has worked on the staff of various news organizations, including The Moscow Times and AFP. He was known for his on-the-ground reporting, which included sleeping in a Siberian forest while covering forest fires and chronicling medical students during the pandemic. Gershkovich's friends have expressed concern about him, particularly after his arrest, when he was imprisoned in Moscow's Lefortovo jail, a notorious detention facility. The US State Department has since designated Gershkovich as 'wrongfully detained' and called for his release, but the Russian government has offered no evidence to support the charges against him. The arrest comes amidst an increasing crackdown of independent journalism by Russian President Putin, and has gained international attention, with numerous high-profile organizations calling for Gershkovich's release.

Deja Taylor, the mother of the 6-year-old who shot his teacher Abigail Zwerner in January at Richneck Elementary School, has been charged with child neglect and recklessly leaving a loaded firearm so as to endanger a child. Taylor was indicted by a Newport News Grand Jury, but the investigation into the shooting continues, as authorities may press charges on additional persons responsible for the incident. Zwerner, who required hospitalization for nearly two weeks after the incident, filed a $40 million negligence lawsuit against the school district officials, including former superintendent George Parker III, former Richneck elementary school principal Briana Foster Newton, and former assistant principal Ebony Parker, among other defendants. Though school officials received several warnings that the 6-year-old had a gun and a "violent mood" before the shooting, prosecutors announced earlier in April that the boy would not face criminal charges. The shooting at Richneck Elementary School underscores the need for improved gun control measures and school security to prevent future incidents.

By Emma Johnson

The Dallas Wings are set to be the biggest wildcard of Monday night's WNBA Draft, possessing picks No. 3, 5, and 11 in the first round. After a busy offseason of trades and acquisitions, the Wings have significant control over a quarter of the first round, and CEO Greg Bibb is determined to make the most of it. While Bibb admits that the draft is an "inexact science," he believes accumulating picks rather than avoiding them is the way forward, even trade picks two years out. Bibb is looking for young talent to join the Wings' existing core in order to build success both now and in the future. However, the Wings are not alone in their quest for new talent, and some top prospects such as Aliyah Boston and Rhyne Howard have already drawn significant attention from other franchises. With the much-anticipated draft only hours away, the question remains: will the Wings' multiple picks translate into a major leap forward for the franchise, or will their position as top picks lead to more pressure than promise?

Myah Selland, a South Dakota State University forward, has just finished her college basketball career and is now hoping to move on to the professional level. She has her sights set on the WNBA Draft which will be held on April 10. Selland is hoping to become only the third Jackrabbit player drafted by the WNBA. Only Megan Vogel and Macy Miller have had this distinction before Selland. Although Selland did not land among the 36 players selected during Thursday night's WNBA Draft, she could still have a chance to hook up with a WNBA team as a free agent or play professional basketball overseas. An ESPN mock draft has predicted that Selland could go as the final pick to the Washington Mystics in the draft's third, and final, round, pick number 32. Though Selland won't be one of the first twelve choices, as fifteen were invited to New York, her versatility, consistency, and ability to perform well under pressure have certainly caught the eye of potential WNBA teams. Regardless of what happens, Selland remains optimistic and believes in the opportunities that lie ahead.

Leigha Brown, former Michigan guard, has been selected by the Atlanta Dream in the 15th overall pick of the second round of the WNBA Draft. Brown averaged 17.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game during her time with the Wolverines. She was also named an All-Big Ten first-team honoree and an AP All-American honorable mention. Brown will reunite with her former teammate, Naz Hillmon at the Atlanta Dream, who was also selected 15th overall by the team in the 2022 WNBA Draft. Brown's draft marks the second year in a row that a Michigan player was chosen by the Atlanta Dream with the same exact pick. Brown is now the fifth Michigan player to have reached over 1,000 points and 300 assists in the program's history, concluding her career with 1,188 points and 303 assists in the Wolverines' jersey. Although the Dream had a disappointing season last year, fans are optimistic that Brown and Hillmon could provide the team the spark it needs in the upcoming season.

Grace Berger, former Indiana women's basketball (IUWBB) player, was drafted by the Indiana Fever with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. This makes her the first Hoosier ever to be selected in the first round. Berger, who grew up in Louisville, was present at the draft and shared a heartfelt embrace with her coach, Teri Moren, after the announcement. Berger spoke about being grateful and full of emotion, especially because the team that selected her was the Indiana Fever, a team she had been watching with her dad since she was a little girl. Moreover, Berger's selection marks the second year in a row that the Fever have picked an IUWBB player. Ali Patberg was drafted in 2022 as the third-round pick.

According to Seth Tow of IU Hoosiers, Berger finished her college career seventh on the program's all-time scoring list with 1,841 points, and she ranks second in assists with 573 assists. Her 118 career wins are the most in Indiana history. With Berger's excellent performance in her college years, the Indiana Fever is looking forward to having her on their roster for the upcoming season.

Despite experiencing his worst game as a professional athlete, Buffalo Sabres' goaltender Devon Levi remained calm and collected, leaving fans and teammates in awe. The team's game against the Detroit Red Wings saw Levi giving up six goals out of 32 shots for a 0.813 save percentage. While some of these goals were against the league's best, Levi was not shaken by his poor performance. "At the end of the day, you're never gonna play a perfect game. It's the NHL, the best league in the world," Levi said. "You gotta love it. It's a little bit of adversity, it's not gonna kill you." Despite this setback, Levi maintained his composure and made sure his team prevailed by making the necessary saves which eventually led to Sabres' win in a shootout. Even more impressive is that the goaltender remained unfazed in the face of adversity, taking on and defeating Jonatan Berggren's breakaway attempt. With 2 wins and 1 loss in his three games as a pro so far, Levi's cool head and impressive performance are sure signs of his potential to go far in the NHL.

Stanford Women's Basketball stars Haley Jones and Ashten Prechtel will be entering the 2023 WNBA Draft, while Hannah Jump will continue representing the Cardinal for another season. Jones, a highly anticipated first-round pick, had an impressive college career, with numerous accolades, including being a three-time Cheryl Miller Award Finalist and a 2022 Pac-12 Player of the Year. Similarly, Prechtel accumulated accolades, including 2020 Sixth Player of the Year and two-time Pac-12 Academic Honor Roll. Jump, known for her craftiness at three, achieved the 2023 Pac-12 Scholar Athlete of the Year award. It's expected that these Stanford basketball stars will continue their successes in the future, whether in the WNBA or in their continued college career. Meanwhile, Belibi has retired from the sport.

Dipset rapper Cam'ron is facing backlash for posting pictures of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors, stars of the film 'Creed III'. In the photos, the actors can be seen leisurely lounging in each other's arms. Cam'ron added his caption, "The reason I didn't go see creed." While some fans found Cam'ron's post humorous, others accused him of being homophobic. Skillz, a DJ and songwriter, took to Instagram to respond to Cam'ron's post, stating that men should be able to have healthy relationships with each other without their masculinity or sexuality being questioned. Furthermore, Skillz emphasized how important it is to show love to friends while we can. Cam'ron has not responded to the criticism. While he may have missed out on one of the highest-grossing sports films of all time, the rapper is also an avid sports fan and recently started his own sports talk show.

The Florida Panthers secured an important win on Tuesday night, beating the Buffalo Sabres 2-1 and moving into a tie with the New York Islanders for the top spot in the Eastern Conference wild-card standings. Matthew Tkachuk snapped a tie in the opening minute of the third period, putting the Panthers ahead for good. Aaron Ekblad also scored for Florida while Alex Lyon made 39 saves for his fourth straight win. Panthers have now won four consecutive victories, and their strong showing has helped them catch up in the playoff race. The Sabres, though still among the best offensive teams in the NHL, are currently five points out of the playoffs with two more games remaining. With this victory, the Panthers are now positioned one point behind the Pittsburgh Penguins for the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with four games left for each team. The race for the playoffs with so few games left is heating up, and fans can expect to see a thrilling finish to the season.

Alex Lyon, third-string goalie for the Florida Panthers, may have just saved their season. With starting goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky out with an illness, Lyon has stepped up with a 4-0-0 record in the last four games. On Tuesday night, he made 39 saves in a 2-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres, moving the Panthers into the first wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with 87 points, tied with the New York Islanders but ahead on the tiebreaker, while the Pittsburgh Penguins sit just one point behind. With only four games left for each team, the race for the wild-card spots is incredibly tight.

This success is a welcome change for the Panthers, who had lost four games in a row before Lyon's winning streak. However, the team is not relaxing. Head coach Paul Maurice stated that the Eastern Conference wild-card race was "running neck-and-neck,” and the team still has work to do. With a talented roster that includes Matthew Tkachuk, Aleksander Barkov, and Carter Verhaeghe, the Panthers could be a formidable opponent in the playoffs, provided they continue to receive solid goaltending.