What authorities are investigating…

Jordan Neely’s death. Yesterday, the NYC medical examiner ruled the 30-year-old Black man’s death a homicide. Earlier this week, Neely — who was experiencing homelessness — died after a passenger placed him in a chokehold on the NYC subway. The freelance journalist who recorded the incident said Neely was screaming and acting erratically before passengers restrained him until he was motionless. Neely was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Now, authorities say his cause of death is “compression of neck” by a chokehold. Police questioned the 24-year-old white, former Marine who restrained Neely and released him without charges. The Manhattan DA’s office said it’s investigating. Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) called Neely's death “deeply disturbing.” Others, like Rev. Al Sharpton, are calling for manslaughter or murder charges. Neely’s death is also putting a spotlight on the city’s mental health crisis.

What’s raising alarms…

McDonald’s. Earlier this week, a Labor Dept investigation found that three McDonald’s franchisees violated federal labor laws. Officials said the franchise owners — operating 62 locations across Kentucky, Indiana, Maryland, and Ohio — had more than 300 children working longer hours than allowed. One owner had two 10-year-olds working without pay as late as 2 am. The DOL issued over $212,000 in fines for the violations. A McDonald's spokesperson called the report “deeply troubling.” The news comes as some states have moved to relax child labor regulations. Meanwhile, experts reportedly said the increase in child labor is fueled by a tough job market and a higher number of children arriving at the US border without parents.

What’s pointing fingers…

Russia. Yesterday, Russian authorities accused Ukraine of attempting to assassinate President Vladimir Putin in a drone attack on the Kremlin. Russia called the alleged attempt a “planned terrorist attack,” and said their military forces shot down two drones. Footage showing an alleged explosion above the Kremlin circulated on social media, but US officials said they couldn’t immediately confirm any attempted attack on Moscow. Now, Russia said it “reserves the right to take retaliatory measures where and when it sees fit.” Ukraine accused Moscow of using the incident as an opportunity to escalate attacks.

Who’s taking the cake and eating it too…

Top US CEOs. Yesterday, a new study reportedly found that the execs' median pay outpaced inflation and reached a record $22.3 million last year. It comes as the Fed raised interest rates for the tenth time.

Who people are talking about…

Jackson Mahomes.

What’s got its freak on…

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

What ate...

A star.