As summer turns to fall, the CDC is monitoring a new COVID omicron variant raising concerns over its mutations. Jaclyn Lee has the latest on what scientists are saying about the updated COVID boosters, expected to be available in just a few weeks. trib.al/iIxNuiw

The plane crash believed to have killed Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was likely caused by a bomb, according to U.S. officials. Tom Soufi Burridge has details on the downed plane, and the Kremlin’s response to allegations that Putin is responsible. trib.al/uMspspP

The pilot of an F/A-18 Hornet jet that crashed near San Diego late Thursday night has died, according to a U.S. defense official. With an investigation now underway, Will Carr has the latest. trib.al/bdjWhXJ

Ahead of the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, one of the most significant events of the 20th century, @MaryKBruce looks back at the historic gathering. trib.al/tS94EX3

An image never-before-seen in American history—the mug shot of a former president—has been viewed around the world, with the Trump campaign now using it to raise money. Aaron Katersky reports on what’s ahead in the Georgia election case. trib.al/gdq6wop

As hurricane season heats up, Tropical Storm Franklin moves north in the Atlantic, bringing rough surf to the East Coast early next week. Rob Marciano has the forecast. trib.al/HE3jvaN

Deadly storms ripped through Michigan and Ohio, bringing at least eight confirmed tornadoes and leaving nearly one million customers without power at the height of the storm. Rob Marciano reports as dangerous weather targets the center of the country. trib.al/4wHChno

More than two weeks after the devastating fires that engulfed Maui, the Maui County police chief has listed the names of 388 people still unaccounted for in hopes that survivors will come forward. Mola Lenghi has more. trib.al/8bKnwPO

An Arizona woman was saved from an alleged kidnapping by passing a note to a convenience store customer asking for help. The victim claims she abducted by a man posing as a rideshare driver. Zohreen Shah has details on the harrowing rescue. trib.al/1hUO9VN

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President Biden reacts to seeing former Pres. Trump's mug shot by calling him a 'handsome' and 'wonderful' guy. trib.al/MroS74f

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed further above 7% this week to its highest level since 2001. trib.al/VV4kuEH

60th anniversary of March on Washington is continuation of civil rights fight, organizers say. trib.al/rTcG0ny

The mug shot of former Pres. Trump was available for purchase online from independent sellers within hours on tote bags, baby clothes and more. trib.al/qsV3WDg

Districts in multiple states are canceling in-person classes for several weeks due to respiratory viruses, including COVID-19. trib.al/xfJY9Qp

Evacuation orders have been lifted in a Louisiana town following a chemical leak and fire at a refinery, officials say. trib.al/uqOj642

The man who caused a scare during Drew Barrymore’s appearance at an event in Manhattan was arrested near the star’s Southampton home, police say. trib.al/tLj3lUs

The pilot of an F-18 military jet that crashed near San Diego has died, a U.S. defense official says. trib.al/QjrLAAn

National Cinema Day is Sunday, and 3,000 movie theaters across the country will be offering $4 tickets. trib.al/TuFNPtr

The explosion that downed a plane with Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin aboard was likely caused by a bomb, U.S. officials say. trib.al/0ipdh07