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A pedestrian was struck and killed by an unidentified vehicle early Tuesday morning in Fairfield, prompting a police investigation. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Air Base Parkway near Wylie Lane, where a Fairfield police officer discovered the victim lying on the shoulder. The victim, whose identity has not been released, succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The traffic unit is actively investigating the collision and seeking to locate the hit-and-run vehicle and its driver. Air Base Parkway was closed for approximately six hours while investigators processed the area. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Fairfield Police Department.

The Vancouver Canucks rallied for a 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. Pius Suter and Dakota Joshua scored 12 seconds apart in the third period to spark the comeback. Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday night at 10 p.m. ET.

Kawhi Leonard, who has been out with right knee inflammation for the last nine games, is set to make his return for the Clippers in Game 2 of the Western Conference playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks. Clippers coach Ty Lue confirmed that Leonard has been cleared to play after participating in non-contact portions of practice last week and completing necessary medical check-ups.

Two off-duty NYPD officers, Julio Alcantara-Santiago, 40, and Christian Garcia, 32, have been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting an extremely intoxicated woman in the Bronx on July 9th. The victim, who was unable to stand on her own and subsequently passed out, has no memory of leaving the bar where the incident occurred. DNA tests later confirmed that the officers’ DNA matched the dried spit found on the victim. Surveillance footage from the bar shows the officers and the victim leaving the establishment with the officers supporting her as she was unable to walk. The victim’s next memory is waking up to the officers allegedly sexually assaulting her in a strange apartment.

Wolfgang Raven Wildgrace, 58, and his wife, Sonya Maria Lindley-Jones, 51, have been charged with child abuse offenses stemming from allegations between 2010 and 2013. They were found in Kuranda, Queensland, after being reported missing. Wildgrace faces charges of indecent treatment and rape, while Lindley-Jones is accused of indecent treatment of a child under 16. The couple, who operate Wildgrace Counselling and Therapies, have been linked to accusations of inappropriate activities at the Adelaide Crows’ preseason training camp in 2018.

A recent Reuters poll surveyed 63 economists to gauge their expectations regarding the Bank of England’s upcoming policy decisions. The poll provides insights into market sentiment and forecasts for interest rate changes and economic growth.

A delegation from North Korea, led by the minister for international trade, has arrived in Iran. This visit raises concerns about the ongoing suspicions of covert military ties between the two nations. Both North Korea and Iran have been under scrutiny for potentially collaborating on ballistic missile programs, including the exchange of technical expertise and production components. The visit occurs amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, following recent attacks and retaliations between Israel and Iran.

A tragic car accident has claimed the lives of three seniors in Brisbane’s northern suburbs. The incident occurred on April 5th, when a 78-year-old man driving a Toyota RAV4 with two female passengers, aged 76 and 74, veered off Linkfield Road in Bald Hills and crashed into a fence, critically injuring all occupants. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, two of the victims, a 76-year-old woman and the driver, succumbed to their injuries on April 20th and Tuesday, respectively, bringing the total death toll to three. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash, with police appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information that could assist in the inquiry.

In contrast to the increase in book challenges in conservative states, several Democratic-leaning states are now pursuing bans on book bans. Legislators in Maryland, Illinois, Washington, and Minnesota have already passed or are considering legislation to prevent the banning of books. This pushback is motivated by concerns about the disproportionate targeting of books with LGBTQ+ and racial themes and the fear of censorship and suppression of diverse voices.

Grand Rapids City Commission unanimously approves zoning changes aimed at increasing housing availability, sparking concerns about neighborhood character among opponents.