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Johanna Grenway reports on Newsy's top stories, including Hurricane Laura's approach to the Texas-Louisiana border, prompting evacuations due to its dangerous strength. The NBA and MLB postponed games in response to protests following Jacob Blake's shooting in Kenosha, WI. Kenosha faces ongoing protests, with increased National Guard presence and a curfew. A teenager was arrested for the shooting deaths of two protesters. The report concludes with a mention of the Republican National Convention streaming on Newsy.

What category did Hurricane Laura reach as it approached the Texas-Louisiana border?

• Category 5

• Category 2

• Category 3

• Category 4

Why did the Milwaukee Bucks decide not to play their playoff game?

• Due to a weather delay

• In protest of racial injustice

• Because of a scheduling conflict

• Due to a team injury

Which other sports team joined the Milwaukee Bucks in boycotting their game?

• Los Angeles Lakers

• Chicago Bulls

• New York Yankees

• Milwaukee Brewers

What action did Governor Tony Evers take in response to the Kenosha protests?

• Declared a state of emergency

• Increased National Guard presence

• Imposed a city-wide lockdown

• Closed all schools

What charge was brought against the 17-year-old arrested in Kenosha?

• Assault with a deadly weapon

• First-degree intentional homicide

• Second-degree murder

• Manslaughter