A second child died from measles in West Texas amidst an outbreak affecting multiple counties, with over 480 cases reported. The Lubbock Health Department is offering free MMR vaccine clinics to combat the highly infectious disease. In New Mexico, 54 cases and one death have been reported. (UPI)
UConn won its 12th national championship in women’s basketball, led by Azzi Fudd’s 24 points. Paige Bueckers contributes 17 points in her final game, ending a nine-year title drought. Bueckers, expected to be the top pick in the WNBA draft, overcame past injuries to help secure UConn’s latest title. (AP)
Protests against the Trump administration’s policies took place nationwide over the weekend. Millions participated in over 1,200 “Hands Off!” demonstrations organized by various groups criticized firing federal workers, cutting essential programs, and reducing protections for vulnerable people. (CBS News)
Severe weather persists in many areas of the U.S., with life-threatening conditions including flooding in Memphis, Tennessee and Little Rock, Arkansas, and tornado watches in Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. The outbreak has resulted in at least 18 deaths, including a 9-year-old swept away by floodwaters in Kentucky and a 5-year-old in Arkansas. (ABC News)
Alexander Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals broke the NHL goal record set by Wayne Gretzky with his 895th goal against New York Islanders. A ceremony with Gretzky present commemorated the milestone. Ovechkin credited team and fans, expressing gratitude. Drafted in 2004, Ovechkin consistently ranks among top scorers. (NBC News)
