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Gage Jackson presents top headlines, including Hurricane Laura's escalation to a category four storm, urging evacuations in Texas and Louisiana. Protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin, continue after Jacob Blake's shooting, with police using tear gas and rubber bullets. The NBA responds by boycotting games, emphasizing social justice. The video concludes with a promise of more stories to come.

What category has Hurricane Laura rapidly strengthened to?

• Category 1

• Category 2

• Category 3

• Category 4

What is the expected impact of the storm surge from Hurricane Laura?

• Minor flooding

• Survivable storm surge

• Unsurvivable storm surge

• No impact

What event triggered protests in Kenosha, WI?

• A police shooting

• A sports event

• A natural disaster

• A political rally

What was the outcome of the protests in Kenosha, WI?

• Peaceful resolution

• Gunfire and deaths

• Community support

• Government intervention

How did NBA players respond to the police shooting of Jacob Blake?

• They continued playing

• They boycotted playoff games

• They held a press conference

• They organized a charity event