Israel's assassination of Hezbollah's leader and Iran's missile retaliation escalate Middle East tensions; Hurricane Kirk strengthens with 85 mph winds, as Hurricane Helene leaves over 175 dead in Southeast; new tools hold oil and gas drillers accountable; Montana's Indigenous advocates push back against ending ballot collection on tribal lands; New York colleges feel effects of SCOTUS affirmative action decision; fans express frustration over rising ticket prices and hidden fees; teens in Minnesota struggle with fewer safe spaces amid isolation.