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A Michigan father killed his wife and six children in a murder-suicide at their burning home, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office. All eight family members died from gunshot wounds, and the fire was intentionally set after the killings.

The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, urged Israel to end its occupation of southern Lebanon and halt home demolitions, citing potential war crimes amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. The call comes ahead of talks in Rome on implementing a June 26 framework deal for Lebanese military deployment and Israeli withdrawal, though Hezbollah has rejected disarming.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic on July 27, with Gordie Howe’s family among the first to cross. Tolls vary by vehicle type, with rates listed in CAD and USD. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield highlighted the bridge's economic benefits in a statement.

The Democratic Socialists of America's new platform proposes major government restructuring and social reforms, drawing Republican criticism as radical and communist. Republicans are leveraging the platform to attack Democrats ahead of the midterms, while the Democratic Party faces internal divisions between progressive and moderate factions.

Senator Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., remains in a rehabilitation facility undergoing physical therapy and will miss the Fancy Farm picnic in Kentucky. His physician's office stated he has not been medically cleared to leave due to ongoing mobility challenges linked to childhood polio. McConnell expressed disappointment but sent wishes for the event's success and intends to finish his term without seeking re-election.

President Donald Trump demanded that Senate Majority Leader John Thune cancel the August break until the Senate passes the SAVE America Act, a voting bill requiring proof of citizenship. Republicans lack the 60 votes needed to pass the bill or eliminate the filibuster, and Thune has stated they cannot advance it through reconciliation either.

Former FBI Director James Comey seeks to dismiss charges against him, arguing a seashells social media post was political speech, not a threat. The government claims the post, using the number sequence '86 47' associated with 'get rid of,' constitutes a threat to President Donald Trump, while Comey's lawyers assert it's protected under the First Amendment.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after a rebranding effort, including a simplified logo, led to customer backlash and declining sales. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin' Brands, will replace Masino as CEO. The company reversed the logo changes but continues to face sales challenges, with a 1.8% drop in same-store sales in its fiscal third quarter.

President Donald Trump will visit Metro Detroit to promote his economic plan, including new tariffs, and the grand opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. The bridge's opening ceremony in Windsor lacked U.S. officials due to tariff tensions, and Trump announced the U.S. now gets 50% of the bridge's profit. The visit coincides with Michigan's Aug. 4 primary election featuring Senate and governor races.

A wildfire in southwest France generated a pyrocumulonimbus cloud, producing lightning that ignited new fires and erratic winds. The rare phenomenon, documented in extreme fires in North America and Australia, caused over 420 square kilometers of destruction, damaged/destroyed 240 homes, and forced 220,000 evacuations in Gironde.

Southeast Michigan faces a potential severe storm warning for Monday afternoon and evening, with clusters of showers and thunderstorms adding uncertainty. A former nurse, Jayne Griffor, transitioned to a construction role on the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which is set to open in July 2025. Michigan gas prices rose 8 cents to $4.23 per gallon, with Metro Detroit prices exceeding $4 for the first time since April.

South Dakota Republicans will hold a primary runoff between Gov. Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden to determine the party's gubernatorial nominee. The winner will face Democratic former state Sen. Dan Ahlers in November, with key counties like Minnehaha and Pennington expected to influence the outcome.

The Clinton Foundation launched the Clinton Policy Institute (CPI) to assist state and local governments in developing nonpartisan solutions for health outcomes, economic security, and democracy. CPI has collaborated with New York state to implement cellphone bans in schools and received praise from Kansas Governor Laura Kelly for its bipartisan approach to child welfare.

Southeast Michigan is under a 4Warn Weather Alert for potential severe thunderstorms on Monday afternoon and evening, with the Storm Prediction Center issuing an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for damaging winds, hail, lightning, and possible tornadoes. The most likely window for storms is between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., though timing remains uncertain.

Georgia’s 13th Congressional District will hold a special election to replace the late Rep. David Scott, with six candidates competing on the same ballot. The winner will serve the remaining months of Scott’s term, and the election could influence the U.S. House’s balance of power. If no candidate secures a majority, the top two will face a runoff on August 25.

A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Southeast Michigan on July 27 due to severe thunderstorms with potential for damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the region under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for severe weather, primarily threatening straight-line winds up to 70 mph and other severe conditions.

Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, has repeatedly survived political challenges despite scandals, including securities fraud charges and accusations of theft. James Talarico, a Democratic primary winner, now faces Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race, attempting to leverage past controversies against him.

President Donald Trump is defending his economic policies in Michigan amid new Canadian tariffs affecting the state's economy. His visit to a General Motors facility in Milford coincides with primary elections, including a GOP gubernatorial race between Trump-backed John James and Perry Johnson, and a Democratic Senate primary between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.

Three people were killed and four injured, including a toddler, during a shooting at a Seattle food festival beneath the Space Needle. Police arrested one suspect and are searching for a second, stating there is no ongoing threat. The gunfire occurred during the Bite of Seattle festival, with witnesses describing chaotic scenes of panic and evacuation.

Gas prices in Michigan increased 8 cents since last week, averaging $4.23 per gallon for regular unleaded. Metro Detroit prices rose 13 cents to $4.22, while supply and demand data from the Energy Information Administration show slight increases in domestic gasoline supply and production.