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WTJX NEWSFEED: June 18, 2026

Marcellina Ventura-Douglas

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: 55-year-old Michelle Donastorg has been arrested on charges including vehicular homicide, driving under the influence, and reckless endangerment after police state she drove onto a sidewalk on Veterans Drive killing one pedestrian and seriously injuring another.
James Weber III disqualified from delegate to Congress race after petition signature shortfall

Tom Eader

Ex-Senator James Weber III fails to submit enough valid signatures to qualify for delegate race after Board of Elections granted time to correct filing deficiencies.
Judge formally enters judgments against Martinez, O’Neal, Whitaker in corruption scheme

Tom Eader

Federal judge enters judgment against ex-Police Commissioner Ray Martinez, ex-OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal, and government witness David Whitaker in corruption scheme.

Chip Somodevilla

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Getty Images

Algae clouded Trump's vision for the Reflecting Pool. But scientists aren't surprised

Rachel Treisman

The shallow, sunny waters of the reflecting pool are an ideal incubator for algae growth in the summertime. Experts say the recent renovation may have helped accelerate it.
Ken Cedeno

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AFP via Getty Images

US-Iran talks in Switzerland canceled. And, DHS to give police facial recognition app

Brittney Melton

The U.S.-Iran talks that were set to happen in Switzerland have been canceled. And, the Department of Homeland Security has plans to give some local police access to ICE facial recognition technology.

Iranian Presidency Office via AP

What you need to know about the preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement signed by Trump

Ruth Sherlock

Here's a look at the preliminary agreement between the U.S. and Iran, and the challenges that remain to find lasting peace.
Disney/Pixar

It's toys vs. tech in 'Toy Story 5.' Here are 4 ways to keep tech in check this summer

Rhitu Chatterjee

Kids' screen use goes way up in the summertime. And just as the movie Toy Story 5 portrays, that can be problematic for children. Here are tips for parents to help their kids manage screens and have fun IRL this summer.

National News

BBC News World Service

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'made up' story that she 'begged' him for photo at G7

The highly public exchange is an indication that their earlier close ties have frayed since Trump's decision to go to war with Iran.
US to end funding of South Africa's HIV programmes over claims of Afrikaner persecution

The US says South Africa is not doing enough to protect the white-minority Afrikaner community.
Do it at home too, women tell Japanese fans who cleaned World Cup stadium

Some see a double standard: Japanese men who clean in public while their wives do all the housework.
Six-year-old Ebola patient taken from DR Congo hospital found and 'doing well'

Health facilities have come under attack during the current outbreak as a result of misinformation and fear.

Obamas take center stage at star-studded Obama Presidential Center opening ceremony

Tamara Keith, Steve Inskeep

The Obamas took center stage at the dedication of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, sharing messages of hope and subtle comments about the future of democracy and American ideals.