Top stories — September 1, 2026 edition

Balanced left-and-right coverage from this SplitView News edition.

Jury convicts Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis of Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, a former Crips gang leader, was found guilty of first-degree murder in the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, with the jury reaching a verdict in under three hours.

How coverage differs: Left outlets emphasize the swift verdict and Davis's self-incrimination in the culmination of a long investigation, while right outlets highlight the conviction of a gang leader, bringing justice to a decades-old case.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns over reported friction with Hegseth

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after 18 months, with reports indicating ongoing tensions and a monthslong rift with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, leaving no Senate-confirmed Army leaders in the Army.

How coverage differs: Left outlets link Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's resignation to broader administration instability and Hegseth's political ambitions, while right outlets attribute it to internal friction with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth.

Tropical Storm Edouard strengthens, threatens Louisiana and Texas

Tropical Storm Edouard is intensifying and is expected to reach near-hurricane strength before making landfall on the northwestern Gulf Coast, bringing potentially heavy rains to parts of Texas and Louisiana.

How coverage differs: Left outlets emphasize Tropical Storm Edouard's intensifying threat to the Gulf Coast, while right outlets contextualize it within broader national weather patterns, including a separate Hawaiian storm.

Teen charged with murder in San Diego mosque attack livestream

A 17-year-old from North Carolina has been charged with murder for allegedly recording and livestreaming the San Diego mosque attack, and distributing the shooters' manifesto.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump's White House ballroom

The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision with Chief Justice John Roberts dissenting, has allowed construction of the White House ballroom to continue, ruling that a lawsuit challenging the project was improper.

How coverage differs: Left outlets highlight judicial dissent on Trump's ballroom, while right outlets frame the Supreme Court's decision as a proper removal of an improper lawsuit from court.

Russia escalates Kyiv drone attacks, killing 12

Russian forces have launched a sixth consecutive night of drone and missile attacks on Kyiv and the surrounding region, killing at least 12 people and injuring 20, including two children, as Ukraine faces a shortage of US-made Patriot interceptors.

Grand Canyon Flash Floods Kill 2, Leave 1 Missing; Pipeline Damaged

Flash flooding in the Grand Canyon has resulted in two deaths and one person missing, with rescuers saving approximately 80 individuals. The severe weather also damaged a critical water pipeline, complicating repair efforts and forcing park closures.

How coverage differs: Left outlets emphasize the human toll and dramatic rescues from Grand Canyon flash floods, while right outlets personalize the tragedy with victim stories and images.

Nepal floods kill over 1,000; rescuers race for trapped workers

Devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet have resulted in over 1,000 deaths, with thousands still missing. Rescue teams are searching through mud and debris, and hundreds are feared trapped in hydropower tunnels.

Germany to blame Russia for failed Leipzig Airport drone attack

The German government plans to attribute last month's failed drone attack at Leipzig Airport, used for shipping military equipment, to a Russian intelligence service.

Police Fatally Shoot Assailant in Times Square Stabbing; One Dead

A woman armed with two kitchen knives fatally stabbed one person and wounded another in New York City's Times Square before being shot and killed by police, with the incident occurring on Seventh Avenue.

Pentagon unveils Venezuelan oil plan; critics blast ‘unprecedented’ move

The Trump administration has provided details on its Venezuelan oil deal, which involves the Pentagon's Office of Strategic Capital, drawing criticism from some who view it as a controversial move and a 'vanity war' on trade.

How coverage differs: Left outlets frame the Pentagon's “unprecedented” Venezuelan oil plan as a potentially illegal “vanity war” by the military, while right outlets highlight the Office of Strategic Capital's involvement as a novel foreign policy shift.

Utah data center opposition highlights ‘progress' debate’

Plans for what could be one of the world's largest data centers in Utah have faced bipartisan pushback, sparking a debate over the definition of "progress" and concerns about placing such a facility in a fragile ecosystem.

USPS whistleblower warns of ‘rushed,’ ‘untested’ mail ballot system

A federal whistleblower has warned that the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures, designed to comply with a Trump executive order, are "rushed" and "untested," potentially disenfranchising millions of Americans.

Massachusetts Senator Markey faces primary challenge

Senator Ed Markey, a progressive stalwart and longtime Israel critic, is expected to defeat his centrist challenger in the Massachusetts primary, despite the race initially being a close contest.

Jury convicts Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis of Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, a former Crips gang leader, was found guilty of first-degree murder in the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, with the jury reaching a verdict in under three hours.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns over reported friction with Hegseth

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after 18 months, with reports indicating ongoing tensions and a monthslong rift with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, leaving no Senate-confirmed Army leaders in the Army.

Tropical Storm Edouard strengthens, threatens Louisiana and Texas

Tropical Storm Edouard is intensifying and is expected to reach near-hurricane strength before making landfall on the northwestern Gulf Coast, bringing potentially heavy rains to parts of Texas and Louisiana.

Teen charged with murder in San Diego mosque attack livestream

A 17-year-old from North Carolina has been charged with murder for allegedly recording and livestreaming the San Diego mosque attack, and distributing the shooters' manifesto.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump's White House ballroom

The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision with Chief Justice John Roberts dissenting, has allowed construction of the White House ballroom to continue, ruling that a lawsuit challenging the project was improper.

Russia escalates Kyiv drone attacks, killing 12

Russian forces have launched a sixth consecutive night of drone and missile attacks on Kyiv and the surrounding region, killing at least 12 people and injuring 20, including two children, as Ukraine faces a shortage of US-made Patriot interceptors.

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