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Illinois Shooting: 1 dead, at least 22 hurt in a shooting at a Juneteenth celebration| Oneindia News
Juneteenth celebrations in Illinois turned into a tragedy when at least 23 people were injured, one fatally, when gunfire erupted early Sunday at a Juneteenth celebration in suburban Chicago.
The shooting unfolded about 12:30 a.m.
In the parking lot of a Strip mall in Willowbrook, about 23 miles west of Chicago.
Homebuyers , Take Advantage of , Easing Mortgage Rates.
'Newsweek' reports that the number of mortgage
applications increased for the week ending June 21
as the cost of home loans has begun to ease. .
According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)
Market Composite Index, there was a nearly 1% increase
in mortgage applications from the week before.
MBA data shows that it is the third
consecutive week of an increase
in application numbers. .
At the same time, refinancing
activity was up 28% compared
to the same time in 2023.
In recent weeks, mortgage rates have trended
below 7%, helping to slightly reduce the cost of
monthly payments for potential homebuyers.
Mortgage rates were mostly
lower last week, with the 30-year
fixed rate declining slightly to
6.93 percent, the lowest level
in more than three months, Joel Kan, MBA's deputy chief economist, via 'Newsweek'.
According to Joel Kan, MBA's deputy chief economist,
the drop in rates has failed to convince more
homeowners to change the terms of their existing loans.
According to Redfin data, almost 90% of U.S.
homeowners have mortgages below 6%,
cheaper than the current market.
Purchase applications did see
a small increase after adjusting
for the Juneteenth holiday, Joel Kan, MBA's deputy chief economist, via 'Newsweek'.
Government purchase loans,
primarily FHA and VA, saw
gains of more than 2 percent
over the previous week,
as homebuyers in those segments
sought to take advantage
of the recent rate relief, Joel Kan, MBA's deputy chief economist, via 'Newsweek'
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Kendrick Lamar took full aim at Drake and brought together 25 LA artists during his special The Pop Out: Ken & Friends Juneteenth concert. Thousands flocked to the Kia Forum in LA for the Juneteenth event which was to showcase unity among West Coast talent. More than two dozen artists made an appearance at the concert including Dr. Dre, Schoolboy Q and Tyler, the Creator.
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Tragedy struck during the Juneteenth celebrations in Oakland, California, as a mass shooting left one person dead and eight others injured. The incident occurred at Lake Merritt, turning a day of celebration into one of chaos and sorrow. Join us as we delve into the details of the shooting, the response from law enforcement, and the community's reaction. Watch for the latest updates and visuals from the scene.
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Interesting Facts
About Juneteenth.
Juneteenth, which falls on June 19, marks the
day General Gordon Granger announced to
slaves in Galveston, Texas, that they were free.
Here are some things to
know about the historic event.
President Abraham Lincoln
issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863,
two and a half years prior to Granger's announcement,
but slaves in Texas were not aware that they were free.
The migration of freedpeople to northern
regions or to track down family members
became known as “the scatter.”.
Juneteenth was recognized
as a federal holiday on June 17, 2021.
The Juneteenth flag is full of symbolism,
with the bursting “new star” representing
a new freedom and a new people
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New body cam footage shows the moment a white police officer in Illinois shot and killed a Black woman named Sonya Massey ... who actually called 911 for help... TMZ.com
Cucumbers Are Recalled , in 14 States.
Fresh Start Produce Sales in Florida is
recalling cucumbers over possible salmonella contamination, 'Newsweek' reports.
The 14 states affected by the recall include Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
Only large, whole cucumbers
are included in the recall.
Mini and English cucumbers
are considered safe to eat.
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture first informed Fresh Start that its product tested positive for salmonella.
The FDA is conducting whole genome
sequencing to determine if this sample
is related to an ongoing salmonella
outbreak investigation, Via recall notice.
Fresh Start believes it recalled the product before it could make it into consumers' hands.
Although these cucumbers are
unlikely [to be found] in the
marketplace, anyone with the
recalled product should not
consume it and should destroy
and discard it or return it to the
place of purchase for a refund, Fresh Start Produce Sales, via statement.
Consumers should check with their
retailer or place of purchase to
determine whether the recalled
cucumbers were sold where they shop, Fresh Start Produce Sales, via statement
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This baloney has a first name, and it's C-R-A-S-H ... because an Oscar Meyer Wienermobile got into a wreck in Chicago, and ended up on its side!!! The.. TMZ.com
Harris still has to be formally nominated by the party at its convention in Chicago in a few weeks' time, and it is not yet known if she will face a challenger.
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Abby Elliott reveals how the anxiety of this season compares to the previous two on FX's 'The Bear.' Plus, she talks shooting in Chicago and possibly directing or writing her own episode.
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'The Daily Show' will broadcast live from the two major political conventions this summer, with Jon Stewart hosting. The Hollywood Reporter can exclusively reveal that Comedy Central's late night show will go live on the final night of each convention - that's July 18th for the Republicans in Milwaukee and August 22nd for the Democrats in Chicago.
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Justin Timberlake Arrested , in New York.
TMZ reports that Timberlake was arrested on DWI charges in the Hamptons on June 18. .
Sources say he was partying at the
American Hotel before getting behind the wheel.
He reportedly blew a stop sign
in front of police, so they
began to follow him.
The police say Timberlake's car was
swerving, so they pulled him over.
A field sobriety test was conducted,
which Timberlake reportedly failed. .
He refused to take a
breathalyzer test, sources say. .
Timberlake was later "arraigned and
released without bail," TMZ reports. .
His next court date is
scheduled for July 26.
Timberlake is currently on tour.
His next shows are scheduled for
June 21 and June 22 in Chicago
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Arjun Kapoor becomes one year older today, June 26.
Malaika Arora, the actor's ladylove came together to celebrate his milestone birthday as he turns 38.
Since last night, inside shots and videos..
Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, wanted by the Indian government, was killed in a targeted shooting in Canada's Surrey. Recently, Nijjar's name was included in a list released by the Indian..