In a troubling incident early Saturday morning, gun violence struck Virginia State University (VSU), leaving at least five individuals injured. Among the victims, one remains in critical condition, as confirmed by both university officials and the VSU Police Department.

Authorities swiftly detained 19-year-old Camron Harris from Henrico, Virginia. Harris was discovered hiding within a dormitory closet on the campus, allegedly connected to the shooting. This development came from reports by The Associated Press.

Chesterfield County Police have stated that Harris is not registered as a student at VSU.

In connection with this case, police have secured eight felony warrants against Harris, involving charges such as malicious wounding and using a firearm during a felony. As of now, it remains uncertain whether Harris has retained an attorney to represent him.

University officials conveyed to News Media that officers were called to the 3300 block of Boisseau Street around 1:28 a.m., where they encountered five victims suffering from gunshot wounds in the vicinity of VSU residence halls.

“All five were transported to area hospitals. One individual is currently in critical condition. The remaining four sustained non-life-threatening injuries.”

The university said earlier on X that the shooting involved “multiple suspects.” No arrests have been announced.

Police had not provided additional information Saturday evening about whether authorities were still searching for other suspects.

VSU, a state-supported HBCU, is located in Ettrick, Virginia, about 25 miles south of Richmond.

One of the victims was confirmed to be a VSU student. The student was among those who sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has been released from a hospital, the university said in a statement.

Police said the five people who were shot range in age from 17 to 23. Four are not VSU students. The VSU student is 20 years old. The victims’ names have not been released.

Authorities have not disclosed a possible motive.

VSU police earlier revealed that the shooting occurred near the school’s Quad Annexes student housing complex.

According to the university, law enforcement “does not believe there is an immediate threat to the VSU campus community.”

“We recognize the concern this incident has caused among our students, parents, alumni, friends and the broader VSU community,” the university said in a statement Saturday afternoon. “VSU police will maintain an increased presence on campus as the investigation continues.

“Students should monitor their VSU email for additional safety measures currently in effect and information about available support resources.”

The campus initially went into lockdown, but the lockdown has been lifted, according to a university official and VSU police.

The shooting occurred on the same day that resident halls opened to returning students Friday for the school’s fall 2026 semester, according to the school’s calendar. Classes for the semester will begin on Monday.

Rozia A. Henson Jr., a Democratic member of the Virginia House of Delegates, shared a message on social media praying for the victims and their families.

“Virginia State University is my alma mater. Waking up to this news is heartbreaking. My prayers are with everyone affected this morning, with their families, and with the entire Trojan family. VSU, we are with you,” Henson Jr. posted on X.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger also addressed the shooting in a social media post Saturday afternoon, saying she and her husband “are praying for a quick recovery for those who were shot this morning at Virginia State University.”

“Our thoughts are with the VSU community. Thank you to the first responders and law enforcement who responded to the scene,” she wrote. 

An investigation into the shooting, led by the Chesterfield County Police Department with assistance from VSU police, U.S. Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms (ATF), and the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, is ongoing, a university official told News Media.

The university is asking anyone with information to contact Chesterfield County Police at 804-748-1251, Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660, or VSU police at 804-524-5411.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

It seems perfectly apt that this summer marked the moment Amar’e Stoudemire was immortalized in the Basketball Hall of Fame.

For a wave of younger basketball aficionados, Stoudemire was the trailblazing star who revived the New York Knicks’ relevance after a spell of despair. On Saturday evening, in Springfield, Massachusetts, he was officially enshrined into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame—coincidentally just over two months following the Knicks’ dramatic championship victory.

Presently, the Knicks enjoy a level of relevance that harks back to their glory days. In many respects, their thrilling championship win along with Stoudemire’s Hall of Fame induction represents the culmination of an incredible journey he initially set in motion.

“New York, the Garden, there’s nothing quite like it,” Stoudemire passionately exclaimed during his induction speech. “To hear MVP chants echoing every night with your name is electrifying; the arena buzzes with energy. New York is undoubtedly the premier stage for any player. Before my arrival, the allure of New York had dimmed for many. But I was determined to change that narrative. That’s why I declared, ‘The Knicks are back, and we’re going to make it happen.’ Seeing the team clinch the championship this year was rewarding.”

In 2010, Stoudemire, a 27-year-old superstar at the height of his powers, made a bold move to join the Knicks, who were recovering from a disappointing 29-53 season. That same summer, LeBron James and Chris Bosh opted to join forces with the Miami Heat.

At the time, stars were avoiding the Knicks and their dysfunction. But Stoudemire, after emerging as one of the league’s best bigs with the Suns, embraced it. 

“You walked into the Garden when nobody else would,” Carmelo Anthony said in a tribute video posted by the Knicks, “and told the whole league the Knicks was back.” 

Stoudemire spent four-plus seasons with the Knicks, who made the playoffs his first three seasons with the team — after the franchise had reached the postseason just twice the previous 10 years. During his first year with the team, he was named to the All-NBA Second Team and set a franchise record by scoring 30 or more points in nine straight games. 

The Knicks traded for Anthony midway through Stoudemire’s first season with the team. The two led the Knicks to the second round in the 2012-13 season, but never quite reached the massive expectations for the duo. Stoudemire was plagued by knee injuries, which cut his prime short. 

Stoudemire was a six-time All-Star and rookie of the year. He made All-NBA First Team once and the Second Team four times. 

There was another lull for the franchise after Stoudemire and Anthony’s Knicks tenures were over, but they are now the place to be for stars. 

“I wanted to bring players to New York to experience what I experienced in the city,” Stoudemire said. “We were able to bring in Carmelo and I think the energy of having me there showed the rest of the league, hey, New York can be a destination place.” 

It’s poetic that Stoudemire was enshrined in the same class as Mike D’Antoni, who coached him with both the Suns and Knicks. 

D’Antoni spent four seasons with the Knicks, leading them to a playoff berth in 2010-11 — their first since 2003-04. 

“New York’s a special place,” D’Antoni said Saturday. 

Doc Rivers, Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, Mark Few and Joey Crawford were the other inductees in this year’s class. 

As the Knicks continue to celebrate their championship, two important figures who helped put them back on the map are now enshrined in immortality. 

These days, it’s hard to escape the onslaught of ‘superfoods’ touted for their age-defying benefits. Usually, these come in the form of costly powders, exotic berries, or high-priced supplements.

But you might be surprised to learn that one of the best-kept secrets for anti-aging is likely already in your pantry—and it costs less than a dollar per serving: canned black beans.

According to nutrition experts, the true powerhouse of anti-aging isn’t tucked away in upscale wellness aisles. It’s readily available in supermarkets, found in humble cans of beans.

Beans are not only affordable and long-lasting, but they also offer versatility in meals. Rich in fiber and loaded with plant compounds linked to healthier aging, these ordinary beans deserve recognition as a true superfood.

While social media influencers might be pushing expensive supplements, Anne Till, a registered dietitian and the owner of Anne Till Nutrition Group in North Carolina, argues that black beans are essential in the conversation about longevity.

‘While exotic powders and imported berries dominate the ‘superfood’ spotlight, humble black beans quietly deliver everything those expensive trends promise – at a fraction of the cost,’ Till tells Daily Mail.

Tara Schmidt, the lead dietician at Mayo Clinic Diet in Minnesota, agrees, adding that beans are overdue for a glow-up. 

‘If there were an award for the most underrated food in the grocery store, beans would be near the top of the list,’ says Schmidt. ‘They’re affordable, versatile, shelf-stable and packed with fiber, plant protein, vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds.’

The ‘Longevity Magic’ in Black Beans

So, what makes these humble little beans such a big deal? 

A lot of it comes down to ‘inflammaging,’ the chronic, low-grade inflammation and oxidative stress that can speed up aging and raise the risk of problems like heart disease, insulin resistance and cognitive decline, according to Harvard Health.

Put simply, black beans may help calm some of that inflammation and a lot of the good stuff is right in their dark outer coat. 

‘The dark, rich coat of the black bean is where the longevity magic lives,’ explains Till. ‘That deep color is driven by potent anthocyanins… alongside powerful polyphenols like quercetin and kaempferol.’

Those compounds act a bit like cleanup crews for your cells, helping neutralize harmful free radicals before they can do damage. 

‘Black beans contain nutrients that support the body’s long-term health. Their fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, while naturally occurring polyphenols, including anthocyanins, help protect cells from oxidative stress,’ she told Daily Mail. 

‘Together, these components contribute to an eating pattern that’s associated with healthier aging.’

The Heavy-Hitting Science

If you’re doubting the idea that a 99-cent can could compete with a $30 supplement, the research is pretty compelling. 

In a meta-analysis published in Advances in Nutrition that tracked over 1.14 million participants, researchers found that adding just 50 grams of legumes a day, roughly a third of a can, was linked to a six percent lower risk of dying from any cause.

The heart-health case is strong, too. Research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that eating at least four 100g servings of legumes per week is linked to a 14 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease. 

And modeling data from the Food4HealthyLife study published in PLoS Medicine suggests that shifting your diet toward more legumes from early adulthood could add more than two years to your life expectancy.

And here’s the part that makes canned black beans especially lovable: they’re convenient. Time is one of the biggest roadblocks to eating well, and canned beans basically remove the excuse. 

‘From a nutrition standpoint, canned beans absolutely hold their own,’ says Schmidt. ‘If the convenience of canned beans helps you to eat said beans, I’m all for it.’

Shopping Tips

When you’re shopping, look for cans labeled ‘No Salt Added’ or ‘Low Sodium’ if you want the healthiest pick.

If regular canned beans are what you have, no problem: dump them into a colander, drain off the liquid, and give them a good rinse under cold water. Till says that simple step can wash away a big chunk of the added sodium.

You also don’t have to eat a big bowl of beans every day to get the perks. 

These experts suggest using them as an easy upgrade – something you can add to meals in place of more processed ingredients.

For meat-eaters, Till likes what she calls the ’50/50 swap.’

‘When making ground meat dishes like tacos, chili, bolognese or burger patties, swap out half of the ground beef for an equal amount of rinsed, lightly mashed black beans,’ Till says. 

‘This directly mirrors the clinical trial protocols that successfully reduced systemic inflammation, instantly cutting saturated fat while boosting fiber.’

Schmidt takes a similar approach with her family meals: ‘My family exclusively uses beans for dishes like quesadillas, tacos, and enchiladas.’ 

‘If replacing animal meat completely is a step too far, consider simply adding them into other dishes that contain ground meat. Lastly, liven up your breakfast by adding beans to eggs, along with avocado and salsa.’

For a fast, cooking-free lunch, keep it simple: drain and rinse a can, then toss the beans with lime juice, olive oil, and whatever veggies are sitting in your fridge.

The Bottom Line

Eating for longevity doesn’t have to mean blowing your grocery budget or spending hours on complicated recipes. 

By working canned black beans into your meals, you’re giving your heart health a boost and supporting healthier aging in one of the easiest, cheapest ways possible. 

‘Black beans aren’t a trendy “anti-aging miracle potion” – they are simply the smartest, cheapest cardiometabolic insurance policy you can buy in a grocery store,’ Till said.

And Schmidt added: ‘Healthy aging isn’t about finding one miracle food, it’s about consistently eating nutrient-rich foods, and black beans make that easy and convenient.’

In Nevada, a local man has confessed to buying arsenal-grade firearms and bullets destined for Mexican drug cartels, while also admitting to laundering money and unlawfully employing individuals in the U.S., as announced by the Justice Department. 

Luis Alberto Osorio was involved with collaborators from April 2020 until last September, orchestrating the acquisition of 140 firearms, magazines, and ammunition on behalf of notorious Mexican cartel operatives. These weapons were intended to be smuggled across the border for profit, highlighted the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Nevada.

The weapons cache included formidable, long-range firearms like the Ohio Ordnance Works M2-SLR .50 BMG, Barrett M82A1 and M107A1 .50 BMG anti-material rifles, and other powerful guns such as the FN Herstal M249S 5.56x45mm and the FN Herstal SCAR 17S 7.62x51mm rifles, detailed in the court papers.

Osorio further confessed to recruiting unauthorized workers for a mining enterprise in Nevada, acknowledging this breach of employment laws.

Osorio, of Elko, pleaded guilty to one count of straw purchasing of firearms; one count of trafficking in firearms; one count of harboring certain aliens; and one count of conspiracy to launder money.

He faces a maximum of 70 years in prison if found guilty on all counts.

“Firearms trafficking networks feed the violent cartels that terrorize border communities and pump illicit drugs into our neighborhoods,” First Assistant U.S. Attorney Sigal Chattah for the District of Nevada said in a statement. “By cutting off this supply chain and holding this defendant accountable, we are directly disrupting the operational capabilities of these dangerous criminal organizations.”

Osario’s sentencing is scheduled for February.

“Trafficking military-style firearms and ammunition to drug trafficking organizations in Mexico fuels violence, strengthens criminal networks and threatens communities on both sides of the border,” said Jonathan Sherwin, deputy special agent in charge of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Las Vegas. “This guilty plea is the result of relentless work by HSI and the Homeland Security Task Force and our federal, state and local partners to disrupt the flow of weapons, money and criminal support that allows these organizations to operate.”

The case is part of the Homeland Security Task Force initiative, which was created by an executive order President Donald Trump signed on his first day in office last year.

“In the world of organized crime and drug trafficking, guns and drugs go hand-in-hand,” David S. Olesky, special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration Los Angeles Field Division, which covers Nevada, said in a statement. 

“As a member of the Homeland Security Task Force, DEA and our partners will bring to bear all resources and draw on the full scope of our agencies’ expertise to hold accountable those individuals and organizations which pose a public health and safety threat to our communities through the trafficking of drugs and firearms.”