Dossier
May 18, 2026
Coverage of May 18, 2026 in the Nexus archive.
- Mosque shooting suspects influenced by incel rage and Raúl Castro indicted: Morning Rundown
Two shooters opened fire at the Islamic Center in San Diego on May 18, 2026, killing multiple people including an armed security guard. The suspects were reportedly influenced by incel ideology and extremist motivations. The incident also involves an indictment related to Raúl Castro.
- Photos: Brush fire torches structures, forces evacuations in Simi Valley
A brush fire, known as the Sandy Fire, broke out in Simi Valley on May 18, 2026, forcing evacuations and threatening homes. Fire crews worked to protect homes with aerial resources. The fire started in dry brush on the south and east ends of the valley.