Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Pierre Flotte, French politician and lawyer passed away. In 1616, Samuel de Champlain returns to Quebec. In 1760, Peggy Shippen, American wife of Benedict Arnold and American Revolutionary War spy (died 1804) was born. In 1915, Leonard Goodwin, British protozoologist (died 2008) was born. In 1962, Gaétan Duchesne, Canadian ice hockey player (died 2007) was born. In 1967, Guy Favreau, Canadian lawyer, judge, and politician, 28th Canadian Minister of Justice (born 1917) passed away. In 1968, Michael Geist, Canadian journalist and academic was born. In 1968, Daniel MacMaster, Canadian singer-songwriter (died 2008) was born. In 1981, Susana Barreiros, Venezuelan judge was born. In 1983, Ross Macdonald, American-Canadian author (born 1915) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Retired Nova Scotia investigator speaks out after Penny Boudreau’s day parole extension
For John Elliott, a former Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crimes sergeant who worked on the original case, it's a disappointing outcome.
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ArcaMax
· Jul 7, 2026
Newsom vowed to transform kids' mental health. Many California schools are still waiting
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” ____ QUINCY, Calif. — When Taletha Washburn and the staff at Plumas Charter School first heard ...
Wirepoints
· Jul 7, 2026
Dr. Lisa Nee enters race for mayor of Chicago – ABC7 (Chicago)
She's a Chicago-based cardiologist, healthcare executive and former ICU nurse best known for exposing backlogs and patient mistreatment as a whistleblower at the Hines VA Hospital.
Investing.com
· Jul 8, 2026
Form 144 Bicara Therapeutics Inc. For: 8 July
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The Daily Wire
· Jun 23, 2026
Listen: Mom’s 911 Call Helps Unravel White House UFC Terror Plot
The Daily Wire obtained police audio of a phone call a concerned mother made to law enforcement that led to the discovery of a plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. In the phone call with law enforcement, the mother of 19-year-old Tycen Proper is heard voicing concerns about her ...
Knewz
· Jul 8, 2026
Nursing home employees get 10 years in prison for making disturbing Snapchat videos of elderly and dead patients
Two nursing home employees, McKenzie Bolfa and Aubrey Granata, will spend a decade in prison after they pleaded guilty to elderly abuse and conspiracy. A third accomplice, Jade Williams, who had also pleaded guilty, is already serving 12 years in prison, per the Kansas City Star. The incident occurred at the Golden Age Nursing Home...
Free Press
· Jul 4, 2026
Update on The Ohio Coalition for Police Accountability and Transparency
This is where we are at with my Federal civil rights litigation. We are reaching out to provide a transparent update on the status of our federal civil rights litigation, Cynthia Brown v. Dave Yost (Case No. 2:24-cv-01401). As of July 2, 2026, we have passed the 210-day mark since our last major briefings were submitted to the court. We know many of you are waiting—just as we are—for a final ruling from Judge Graham regarding our request for a permanent injunction.
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Related coverage for "Retired Nova Scotia investigator speaks out after Penny Boudreau’s day parole extension": ArcaMax — Newsom vowed to transform kids' mental health. Many California schools are still waiting. Wirepoints — Dr. Lisa Nee enters race for mayor of Chicago – ABC7 (Chicago). Investing.com — Form 144 Bicara Therapeutics Inc. For: 8 July. The Daily Wire — Listen: Mom’s 911 Call Helps Unravel White House UFC Terror Plot. Knewz — Nursing home employees get 10 years in prison for making disturbing Snapchat videos of elderly and dead patients. Free Press — Update on The Ohio Coalition for Police Accountability and Transparency