Rockford, Illinois resident Darlene Weber found herself in a terrifying situation when an intruder entered her home, describing him as "the devil incarnate."
She credits her survival to her son, without whom she believes she might not have made it through the ordeal.
The attacker, a 22-year-old man, went on a rampage through Rockford, ultimately causing four fatalities and injuring seven others, including Weber and her children.
Recounting the attack, Weber said it felt like everything happened in the blink of an eye.
As she tried to escape with her dog, Brandy, the attacker stabbed her in the face. Brandy bit the attacker, giving Weber enough time to flee.
When Weber's son, 21-year-old Jacob Vollman, tried to find his mother, he faced the attacker himself. Despite the attacker's attempt to confront him, Vollman managed to keep him at bay.
Weber's daughter, 23-year-old Cathy Gilfillan, also faced the attacker, but Vollman's intervention prevented further harm. Both women credit Vollman with saving their lives.
Among the deceased are Jay Larson, a mail carrier, and 15-year-old Jenna Newcomb, who died protecting her sister.
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton recently joined President Joe Biden at a campaign fundraiser hosted by actor Mindy Kaling.
The event, which featured photos by Annie Leibovitz, raised over $25 million. However, the event was not without controversy, as anti-war protesters gathered outside Radio City Music Hall, expressing their concerns over U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad.
The fundraiser also highlighted recent tensions in the Middle East, with discussions about Israel's offensive in Gaza. Biden reiterated the U.S.'s commitment to diplomatic efforts for a two-state solution while acknowledging the need for more aid to Gaza.
Recent polling shows differing opinions among Jewish Israelis and Palestinian Bedouins on the conflict.
In other news, a recent collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has left details about the incident and the fate of the workers unclear. Julio Cervantes, one of the workers rescued from the collapse, miraculously survived despite not knowing how to swim.
Tragically, two workers have been confirmed dead, and four others remain missing.
The collapse of the bridge has raised questions about safety protocols for bridge workers and the potential risks they face.
The incident remains under investigation.
Elsewhere, misinformation and fake news continue to pose challenges, with a recent incident involving Princess Kate's health. Social media accounts linked to a Russian disinformation campaign capitalized on rumors about Kate's health, contributing to their widespread circulation.
This case underscores the dangers of misinformation and the need for vigilance in combating it.
Lastly, Michigan GOP lawmaker Matt Maddock has come under fire for falsely claiming that buses carrying college athletes to Detroit for March Madness were transporting illegal migrants. Maddock's baseless claims have been widely criticized, highlighting the ongoing challenges of misinformation in politics.