Consumer prices rose year-over-year for July - but underlying inflation seems to be cooling down. New York City’s mayor is asking for more funding for thousands of asylum seekers. The White House is speaking out on Wednesday’s assassination of an Ecuadorian presidential candidate. US oil production is set to break all-time records. And, we’ll tell you what you need to be prepared for fall’s viral triple threat.

Unprecedented wildfires have killed at least 36 people in Maui – where around 11 thousand customers are still without power. The Consumer Price Index is out this morning, showing inflation is slightly up. ProPublica is reporting Justice Clarence Thomas received more luxury gift from more billionaires. At least 17 people have been found dead and dozens more missing after a boat carrying Rohingya muslims capsized while traveling to Malaysia. And, why your Disney+ subscription may be going up, again.

At least 36 people have died in wildfires across Hawaii - we'll bring you the latest. A federal  court has struck down a decades-old law barring illegal drug users from having firearms. A state of emergency has been declared in Ecuador, following the assassination of a presidential candidate. Russia says it shot down nearly a dozen drones, including two that were headed for Moscow. Plus, some acid reflux and heartburn medications could be linked to a higher risk of dementia.

Deadly wildfires continue to burn in Hawaii, where at least six people have died. The FBI shot and killed a man while trying to arrest him for making threats against President Joe Biden. In Ecuador, one of the candidates running for president was assassinated tonight. We have the latest on the case involving former President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents. And, some Florida schools are now requiring parents to approve their child’s nicknames.

At least six people have died from wildfires burning through parts of Maui and the Big Island — we have the latest. Sources tell CNN that we could see multiple indictments in Georgia next week, and former President Donald Trump believes he’ll be targeted. The Biden administration rolled out new restrictions on how US companies invest in China. South American countries have failed to reach an agreement on ending deforestation in the Amazon. And, more people could be coming forward against singer Lizzo.

Evacuations are underway in Hawaii as several wildfires rage on Maui and the Big Island. President Joe Biden touts his climate credentials in an interview on the Weather Channel - and incorrectly claims he's declared a national emergency on climate. The White House says it's aware that Ukraine's counteroffensive isn't going as well as many hoped, but that "nobody wants to see them struggle." An American nurse and her daughter who were kidnapped in Haiti have been released. And, a 103-year-old woman is seeking political asylum at the US-Mexico border.

The New York Times has gotten hold of a secret memo detailing the strategy behind former President Donald Trump’s alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Dozens of people have died after another boat carrying migrants sank in the Mediterranean. A new Covid-19 variant is on the rise. Wildfires have led to evacuations in Hawaii. Plus, a family dinner ends in three guests dying from mushroom poisoning symptoms.

In a big win for abortion rights advocates - Ohio voters have rejected an attempt to make it harder to change the state's constitution. Another legal case against former President Donald Trump will likely be presented to a grand jury next week. An investigation into rape and sexual assault at the coastguard academy was covered up at the highest levels. A winning ticket has finally been sold for the Mega Millions Jackpot. Plus, Tampa's Mayor makes a startling discovery while fishing.

The judge overseeing the election subversion case against former President Donald Trump scheduled a key hearing for Friday. CNN projects Ohio rejected a measure today that has major implications for abortion rights. ECOWAS has approved new sanctions against Niger, but hasn’t taken military action. A new study finds older American women are potentially over-diagnosed with breast cancer. And, a jury sentenced rapper Tory Lanez to 10 years in prison for shooting rapper Megan Thee Stallion.

After fierce storms hit much of the eastern US yesterday, more storms are expected to hit the Plains, the Southeast and New England today. The Supreme Court has agreed to let the Biden administration’s regulations on ghost guns stay in place while legal challenges play out. Police have announced that arrest warrants were issued for three men involved in the Alabama boating dock brawl — we’ll explain the charges. Americans’ credit card debt has hit a grim milestone. And, the world remembers the late Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor.