An environmental advocacy organization called for the investigation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. following the resurfacing of an interview where his daughter said he cut a dead whale's head with a chainsaw.
Why it matters: The former presidential candidate may have committed a felony by transporting a marine mammal skull, the Center for Biological Diversity Action Fund said.
A person in New Hampshire has died from the mosquito-borne virus eastern equine encephalitis, and Massachusetts health officials warn 10 counties are at high or critical risk from the disease that's been detected in several states.
The big picture: There are currently no vaccines or medicines available to treat EEE, also known as "Triple E," which about 30% of people die from, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Hurricane Hone swept past Hawai'i over the weekend, lashing the Big Island with heavy rains as emergency officials said a high wind warning would remain in effect for several areas through 6am Monday local time.
The big picture: While the Atlantic hurricane season is experiencing a brief lull, parts of the Pacific are very active.
