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Evenflo is recalling approximately 60,000 REO by Revolve360 child seats due to a safety issue where the headrest could shift unexpectedly, increasing injury risk in crashes. The affected models include Nantucket, Dancers, Chelsea, Holden, Brookline, and Lenox, with a remedy under development and reimbursement available for repair costs through August 2026.

Sen. Mitch McConnell has been discharged from the hospital but is not yet medically cleared to return to the Senate, continuing physical therapy and rehabilitation. He will miss the Fancy Farm picnic in Kentucky due to his recovery.

Eric Bieniemy's wife, Mia Bieniemy, was shot at their Virginia home, leading to her hospitalization. Her son, Elijah Zion Bieniemy, was arrested on firearm-related charges. The Kansas City Chiefs and head coach Andy Reid expressed support for the family.

Families plan to spend $130 less on back-to-school shopping this year, averaging $611, due to rising living costs. A NerdWallet report highlights budget cuts driven by higher gas and grocery prices, with 43% of parents willing to take on debt for school fitting in and 45% for extracurriculars. Experts recommend reusing supplies, comparison shopping, and leveraging tax-free weekends.

Carly Simon, 83, has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and treated for basal cell carcinoma. She is preparing to release her new album, 'Comes in Waves,' on August 14.

The Sweet Julia Grace Foundation, founded by Sara Knight in memory of her daughter Julia, supports families facing serious childhood medical challenges through care packages, wishes, and encouragement. The organization, based in Virginia and West Virginia, refers to its child beneficiaries as 'Rain Dancers' and emphasizes finding joy amid hardship.

Dennis Kelley survived a cardiac arrest at a bowling alley in Mason City, Iowa, after bystanders including a retired paramedic and off-duty deputy performed CPR and used an AED. An aging expert emphasized the critical role of bystander intervention and AED accessibility in such emergencies.

A 21-year-old Arizona man was arrested after crashing his truck into a fire hydrant while doing donuts, causing over $10,000 in damage. He faces felony charges for recklessly damaging utility property.

Kyle Collins called 911 claiming to find his girlfriend Cierra Tellez unresponsive, but police found her dead with injuries. He was arrested and charged with kidnapping and first-degree murder. The victim's family highlighted domestic violence as a factor and urged awareness.

A Virginia mother of four, Ayla Garcia, died after contracting a severe salmonella infection during a church mission trip to Kenya. Her pre-existing sickle cell disease worsened the infection, which spread to her kidneys, liver, and blood. Family members confirmed her death and are raising funds to repatriate her body for burial.

A worker died after a mobile home collapsed on him during a leveling effort at a trailer park in Kentucky. Four people were working on the mobile home when it slipped from piers, leading to an investigation by local authorities and OSHA.

Sara Gilson, a social media influencer in Oklahoma, was fatally shot by her estranged husband Jeremiah Duffey after she accused him of pedophilia on TikTok. Duffey had previously faced allegations of inappropriate conduct with a minor during a basketball event, leading to an emergency protective order. Police responded to a 911 call involving a gunshot, finding both Gilson and Duffey dead from apparent self-inflicted wounds.

Two people were struck by lightning on Shell Island in North Carolina on Saturday morning, according to officials. The incident occurred around 11:45 a.m. as they were walking on the beach, and their conditions are not yet known.

Memorial services for Senator Lindsey Graham will be held in Washington and South Carolina, including a U.S. Capitol memorial and a funeral at the National Cathedral. President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend and deliver remarks. Trump also has a busy week, including a trip to Michigan to discuss manufacturing and economy, and a cabinet meeting at Camp David.

A person was found dead in a chair at the Copperfield Community Pool in Bryan, Texas, on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities responded around 2 p.m., but the victim's identity and cause of death remain undetermined. The pool was closed for the remainder of the day, and no criminal investigation is underway.

A TSA officer discovered stolen cannonballs in a checked bag at Gulf Shores International Airport. The cannonballs, taken from Fort Morgan, were found to be inert but are banned from baggage, with the passenger unaware of their theft.

Kristen Delaney, a 46-year-old Mobile woman and community advocate, died in a boat crash near Wolf Bay, Baldwin County. She was involved in children's charities and supported the University of South Alabama's hospital initiatives. The crash remains under investigation.

A roof collapse at Aviata at Bradenton Villas in Florida led to the evacuation of nearly 160 residents due to water and termite damage. No injuries were reported, and regional agencies coordinated the relocation effort. Officials emphasized collaboration to ensure resident safety.

Maddy Geer, a Phoenix firefighter, donated a kidney to her husband, Junior Coleman, a Surprise firefighter, who was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease and stage 5 kidney failure. The couple recovered after the transplant and aim to return to their firefighting duties.

Walton County investigators are offering a $16,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Isabelle Johnson, accused of murdering Jason Coulthart and leaving his remains in a shallow grave in Freeport. Five people have been arrested for allegedly aiding Johnson in evading capture, and authorities are conducting a multi-state search in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.