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Morning McKinney! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a McKinney courtroom just shifted a nationally watched murder case.
  • Why did a BTS rapper call McKinney's Hutchins BBQ the world's best?
  • What led to a McKinney judge's removal in this high-profile case?

Also on today's calendar: The Comedy Mix and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 105 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Hot with sunshine, temps: high: 104, low: 78.
  • Saturday: Hot; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 104 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Judge removed from Texas track meet stabbing case as defendant Karmelo Anthony seeks a new trial (pbs.org) — A McKinney-based judge has been removed from a widely followed murder case involving a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet, with a new judge set to hear retrial arguments. Supporters of defendant Karmelo Anthony packed the Collin County courtroom and parking lot as visiting Judge Sid Harle ruled that the original judge's comments and strict rules raised concerns about perceived impartiality.
   

2. BTS star calls Texas barbecue spot the best 'in the world' (mysanantonio.com) — One of BTS's biggest stars just gave a major shout-out to McKinney, calling the Hutchins BBQ location here the best barbecue he's tasted "in the world." During a sold-out Arlington concert, j-hope raved about his Texas barbecue feast, later confirmed by the restaurant, putting a beloved McKinney spot in front of millions of global fans.
   

3. Judge Removed From Texas Track Meet Killing Case as Karmelo Anthony Seeks New Trial (ntd.com) — In McKinney, a visiting judge has removed the original trial judge from a closely watched murder case involving a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet, clearing the way for a new judge to review retrial requests. The decision follows concerns over the first judge's TV comments, and Anthony's supporters gathered outside the McKinney courthouse as the case moves into its next phase.
   

4. Judge removed from Texas track meet killing case as Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial (theday.com) — A high-profile murder case tied to a high school track meet is back in the spotlight in McKinney after the original trial judge was removed over concerns about his public comments. A visiting judge ordered the recusal and a new judge will now decide whether 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony, serving 35 years, gets a new trial, drawing crowds and chants outside the McKinney courthouse.
   

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