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BROCKTON, Mass. — A graduation ceremony at Brockton High School was briefly disrupted when a woman interrupted a commencement speech by Brockton Mayor Moises Rodrigues, shouting allegations as she approached the podium.
According to reports, Rodrigues was addressing graduates during the ceremony when the woman ran toward the stage and yelled, “You know what you did to my daughter,” before being escorted away by police.
Witnesses said the interruption left many students and attendees confused as officers quickly removed the woman from the area while she continued shouting.
The incident comes as Rodrigues faces scrutiny related to allegations involving an interaction with a student during Brockton’s Huntington Day Parade in May. Rodrigues has previously stated that someone informed him that an interaction he had with a student made the student uncomfortable.
Rodrigues has denied any inappropriate intent and said he does not know the identity of the student or family involved. He has stated that the interaction occurred in a public setting surrounded by hundreds of people.
Reports indicate Rodrigues is prohibited from being within 100 feet of the student while the matter is being addressed. He was attending the graduation ceremony as a speaker and was not involved in distributing diplomas.
No additional disruptions were reported after the woman was escorted from the event.
Source: EXX Alerts
06/12/2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Authorities are investigating after the numbers “8647” were discovered written in the grass near the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
According to reports, U.S. Park Police received a report of vandalism Thursday afternoon after the numbers appeared in a grassy area near the World War II Memorial. Images from the scene showed the numbers 8, 6, and 7 clearly visible, while the fourth digit appeared less distinct.
Officials have not yet determined what caused the discoloration in the grass. Samples have been collected for testing, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The discovery comes amid heightened political tensions surrounding former FBI Director James Comey. Reports note that the phrase “86” is sometimes used as slang for “get rid of,” while some Trump administration officials have argued that the message could be interpreted as encouraging violence against President Donald Trump, the 47th president.
Comey has denied allegations that he threatened the president and has described the prosecution against him as politically motivated.
The markings appeared near an area where the federal government is carrying out beautification and restoration projects around the National Mall, including improvements near the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Authorities have not announced any arrests, suspects, or conclusions regarding the message. The investigation remains active.
Source: BBC
06/12/2026
NEWBURGH, N.Y. — Organizers have announced a location and schedule update for the NFA Black History Club Basketball Tournament taking place Friday, June 12.
Due to issues with the air conditioning system at Newburgh Free Academy, the event has been moved from NFA Main Campus to Meadow Hill Elementary School.
Doors will open at 4 p.m., with the first game scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. The tournament will feature several matchups throughout the evening, culminating with the featured matchup between Early and Hughes at 8:15 p.m.
In addition to the basketball action, attendees can enjoy raffles, giveaways, food trucks, face painting, music, and other family-friendly activities.
Tickets will be available online and at the door. Organizers are encouraging attendees to park behind the building, where access to the gymnasium will be available.
Updated Event Information
📍 Meadow Hill Elementary School
124 Meadow Hill Road
Newburgh, NY
🚪 Doors Open: 4:00 PM
🏀 Game Schedule
• 4:30 PM — Lamb vs. Dubois
• 5:15 PM — Naim vs. Simon
• 6:00 PM — Korbyn vs. Brodie
• 6:45 PM — Trey vs. Zion
• 7:30 PM — Tuka vs. Reef
• 8:15 PM — Early vs. Hughes
Organizers invite the community to come out and support the event while enjoying an evening of basketball, entertainment, and community engagement.
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