SUMMARY: John Amos, beloved for his role as James Evans Sr. on the 1970s sitcom “Good Times,” has died at 84 of natural causes. His death on August 21 was confirmed by his publicist. Amos earned an Emmy nomination for his performance in the miniseries “Roots” and co-starred in films like “Coming to America” and “Uncut Gems.” He sought authenticity in Black representation during his career, often confronting inauthentic storytelling. Despite being fired from “Good Times,” he left a significant legacy. Amos, a former football player and social worker, is survived by his two children from his first marriage.

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SUMMARY: On Tuesday, Iran claimed responsibility for launching dozens of missiles at Israel amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iranian proxies, Hezbollah and Hamas. Israeli residents were ordered to seek shelter as air raid sirens sounded nationwide. Explosions were reported in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The U.S. and Israel warned of serious repercussions for attacks from Iran, which has supported Hezbollah. The conflict intensified with Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon and retaliatory rocket fire from Hezbollah. Concerns of a broader regional war grew as Israel mobilized forces, with updated evacuation orders issued for northern citizens.

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SUMMARY: The City of Laurel is welcoming four new residents, as three of the Meyers quintuplets—Allie Ray, Nova Mae, and Franklin Walker—returned home from the University of Mississippi Medical Center‘s neonatal intensive care unit last week. Their sister, Saylor Kate, has been home since September 10. The second-born quintuplet, Carter James, remains in care. Parents Ashley and Tyler Meyers expressed excitement about having their babies home. The quintuplets, born July 5 via cesarian section, are growing well, with weights ranging from 5 to 7 pounds. The Meyers family includes two older sisters, Paisleigh and Westlynn.

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