October 15, 2026

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High court decided he killed in self-defense. Kenneth Santana-Rodriguez, now free, reflects on mall shooting

“I still think about what more I could have done to save Michael,” Santana-Rodriguez said during an interview at his lawyers’ offices. “I remember scooping up towels to try to stop the blood.”

By Stephanie Barry | sbarry@repub.com

Investigators cite cause after at least 28 students die in Pakistan school roof collapse

At least 27 children and a teacher were killed when a school roof collapsed during classes in Peshawar, Pakistan. Here’s what authorities say happened.

By Chris Pugh, cleveland.com

Another coverage cliff arrives: 33K legal Mass. immigrants to lose health insurance aid

Policy changes from Trump's 2025 budget bill will strip health insurance subsidies from roughly 35,000 lawfully present immigrants in Massachusetts starting January 2027.

By Hadley Barndollar | HBarndollar@masslive.com

2 young brothers found dead in Florida pond. Police reveal what happened

Two young brothers, ages 3 and 5, were found dead in a Daytona Beach retention pond after police say they got past a child safety lock.

By Chris Pugh, cleveland.com

NBA star out with mystery issue takes on ‘internet doctors’: ‘I don’t have HIV or AIDS’

He addressed the rumors on social media.

By Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.com

How much will A.J. Brown’s return help against the NFL’s top defenses? | Karen Guregian

With A.J. Brown being activated, and a possibility to play Sunday against the Jets, how much will his return help the Patriots in the long run?

By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com

What was written about Brian Flores in a newly revealed coaching report

Brian Flores’ lawyers say an unsealed Korn Ferry report prepared for the Raiders contains racial stereotypes and shows retaliation tied to his NFL lawsuit.

By Chris Pugh, cleveland.com