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Lake County Deputy Faces Investigation After K-9 Axel Left Abandoned in Field

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Lake County Deputy Faces Investigation After K-9 Axel Left Abandoned in Field
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Saturday, August 15, 2026 1:57PM
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois has launched an investigation after a deputy allegedly left his K-9 alone in a field.WLS

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) — In a surprising turn of events, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois is currently probing into an incident involving one of its own deputies. The deputy in question is accused of abandoning his K-9 partner in an open field without supervision.

The incident came to light following a report that revealed K-9 Axel was left unsupervised for over 20 minutes in May by his handler, raising concerns within the community and the department.

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Reports suggest that as Axel and his handler engaged in a lively game of fetch, the deputy received an urgent call concerning railroad gates obstructing a nearby road, prompting him to leave abruptly.

According to the sheriff’s office, the deputy prioritized the urgent call, inadvertently abandoning Axel, who was later discovered by a community member, calmly munching on grass in the deserted field.

Following a thorough investigation, the department decided to remove Axel from the deputy’s charge, indicating the seriousness with which they are handling the situation.

Deputy Chief Chris Covelli said in a statement, “Axel is healthy, capable of continuing to work, and is expected to have several years of productive service life remaining. Several law enforcement agencies have expressed interest in acquiring Axel.”

Axel is being cared for at a K-9 training facility while his future placement is finalized.

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Luigi Mangione Admits Guilt in Federal Case Ahead of Brian Thompson Murder Trial

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Luigi Mangione Admits Guilt in Federal Case Ahead of Brian Thompson Murder Trial

In a dramatic turn of events, Luigi Mangione has confessed to federal accusations connected to the tragic shooting of Brian Thompson.

Mangione, who is 28, changed his initial plea to guilty on August 14, acknowledging federal stalking charges in the 2024 murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO. This plea reversal comes after his previous declaration of innocence in April 2025, as reported by the Associated Press.

This development addresses one of the two legal battles Mangione faces in connection with Thompson’s untimely death, as noted by the same source.

Outside the courtroom in Manhattan, Mangione’s defense team announced that they have requested the dismissal of state charges, arguing that these charges overlap, thus violating the principle of double jeopardy.

“Mr. Mangione has taken full accountability for causing Brian Thompson’s death,” stated defense attorney Karen Friedman during an AP’s livestream. She insisted that her client should not be subjected to multiple prosecutions for what she termed as a “single tragic event.”

In court, Mangione shared that he suffered from back pain for years and learned that UnitedHealthcare planned to hold an investor conference in Manhattan, according to MS Now. He also posed as an investor to obtain the address of the event. 

“I shot Mr. Thompson in Manhattan, and he died,” Mangione said, per the outlet. “And I knew what I was doing was illegal.”

Per a letter agreement, prosecutors indicated that they believe the crimes warrant Mangione facing between 24 to 36 years in prison, MS Now reported. The judge set his sentencing hearing for Dec. 18.

In June, his defense announced they were no longer pursuing a psychiatric defense, a major reversal for their strategy.

Prosecutors alleged that in November 2024, Mangione traveled to New York from Georgia and checked into a hostel using a fake New Jersey ID. On the morning of Dec. 4, he allegedly rode an e-bike to midtown Manhattan. 

Wearing a hoodie and a mask and armed with a 9-millimeter 3D-printed ghost gun with a silencer, Mangione allegedly shot 50-year-old Thompson in the back and leg, before fleeing the scene and eventually the state, prosecutors said.

Thompson was transported to a hospital where he died. 

Investigators later found two shell casings marked with the words “DENY” and “DEPOSE” and a bullet bearing the word “DELAY” at the scene.  

According to two law enforcement officials who spoke anonymously to the Associated Press, the words may reference the alleged catchphrase, “Delay, Deny, Defend,” reportedly used by healthcare companies when rejecting payment for medical treatments.   

Mangione was arrested on Dec. 9 when authorities tracked him down at a McDonald’s in Altoona, PA after an employee recognized him from media photos. There, police recovered a handgun, ammunition magazines, live cartridges, a homemade silencer and the fake ID.

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Impaired Driver Collides with Police Car, Causes Multi-Vehicle Incident in Atlantic Beach

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Impaired Driver Collides with Police Car, Causes Multi-Vehicle Incident in Atlantic Beach

In a fortunate turn of events, the Atlantic Beach Police Department reported that no injuries were sustained when a driver, later apprehended on DUI charges, collided with a police vehicle.

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. — Late Friday night saw unexpected chaos when a driver, who was subsequently taken into custody, crashed into a police cruiser in Atlantic Beach around 11:30 p.m., initiating a series of unfortunate events.

According to the Atlantic Beach Police Department, the incident occurred during a routine traffic stop. An unnamed driver struck the police vehicle involved in the stop.

The initial collision set off a domino effect, as another police car and the vehicle involved in the traffic stop were also impacted, stated the ABPD.

Thankfully, the authorities confirmed that no individuals were injured in the incident. The driver responsible for the chaos was arrested for driving under the influence by the Neptune Beach Police Department.

“This serves as a reminder…. Pay attention!” ABPD said. “Move over /slow down when you see emergency lights on the roadside. Designate a sober driver! Drinking and driving puts innocent lives and motorists in extreme danger.”

First Coast News is working to obtain the the arrest report and mugshot of the driver arrested.

Boost Balance: Top Morning Leg Exercises for 65+ Fitness

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Boost Balance: Top Morning Leg Exercises for 65+ Fitness

Incorporating a dedicated leg day into your fitness routine is crucial for overall wellness.

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As we grow older, focusing on leg exercises becomes increasingly vital to enhance balance and stability. Aging brings about several challenges such as the natural decline in lean muscle mass, delayed reaction times, and changes in both vision and the inner ear, all of which can negatively affect balance. Furthermore, certain prescription medications may contribute to instability. For these reasons, emphasizing balance training by setting aside a specific day for leg workouts is essential in your exercise regimen.

“Often, balance is misperceived as a static state, while in truth, it is more about maintaining stability,” explains Dr. Melanie Wintle, a seasoned chiropractor and corrective exercise expert with over 25 years in clinical practice focused on exercise rehab, injury recovery, and functional strength training. “Stability refers to your ability to stay upright and prevent a fall if something throws you off, such as navigating uneven ground, icy paths, or steps. The activities listed below demand joint stability and power, as these are the qualities that enable swift reactions to prevent missteps from turning into falls.”

To assist in this journey, we consulted Dr. Wintle to provide an accessible and straightforward routine you can easily perform at home. Listed below are five morning leg exercises designed to restore balance more effectively than lunges for those over the age of 65.

“Lunges—particularly forward lunges—pose significant challenges for beginners, especially for individuals facing balance or mobility difficulties. This exercise demands a deep knee bend, a considerable range of motion at the ankle, and the necessary strength and power to return to an upright position. Therefore, I would not recommend this exercise for balance training,” emphasizes Dr. Wintle.

Instead, she recommends five morning moves to prioritize.

Single-Arm Farmer’s Carry

“When someone holds a dumbbell or other heavy object in one hand while walking, it puts the body off center. This is useful because it is a functional movement similar to carrying groceries or a suitcase,” Dr. Wintle tells us. “The fact of holding a weight in one hand challenges the core, initiating anti-rotation and anti-lateral-flexion of the trunk. Core strength and stability are key to keeping you upright and this builds dynamic balance versus static balance.”

  1. Begin by standing tall, holding a heavy dumbbell in one hand at your side.
  2. Start walking forward, keeping your torso still and maintaining a tall posture.
  3. Walk for the prescribed distance.
  4. Repeat on the other side.

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Marching in Place to Single-Leg Squats

“This move simulates dynamic functional movement you would see in climbing stairs, stepping onto a bus, etc.,” Dr. Wintle shares.

  1. Begin standing tall beside a counter for support.
  2. Slowly lift one knee to hip level; then, lower.
  3. Alternate marching your knees up, keeping your ribs stacked and arms extended.
  4. Once you feel stable with your marching, progress toward single-leg squats.
  5. Balance on one foot and extend the other ahead of you.
  6. Reach your arms forward for balance.
  7. Press your hips back and bend the standing leg to lower into a squat.
  8. Drive through your standing heel to rise back up.
  9. Repeat on the other side.

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Glute Bridge

“Glute strength is also an important factor in core strength and overall stability. The glutes are powerful posterior chain muscles that provide stability to the pelvic girdle and hips during walking and standing balance. They are also the muscles that support braking movement and balance with walking downhill or catching yourself from a misstep,” Dr. Wintle tells us.

  1. Begin by lying flat on your back with bent knees and feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides with palms pressing into the mat.
  2. Press through your heels to lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Squeeze your buttocks, holding at the top for 3 to 5 seconds.
  4. Lower your hips back to the start position.

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Standing Calf Raises

“Strength and stability in the feet and ankles plays a huge role in balance, since the foot and ankle joints are the first to react to any shift in centre of gravity. They are key players in proprioceptive awareness due to their contact with the floor. A fun way to add a challenge is to have the person do this while doing small arm circles or eyes closed to further create dynamic stability and spatial awareness,” Dr. Wintle points out.

  1. Begin by standing tall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Engage your core.
  3. Rise onto your toes slowly, lifting for 1 second.
  4. Lower back down for 3+ seconds.

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Heartbreaking Loss: Florida Parents Charged in Tragic Infant Shaking Death

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Heartbreaking Loss: Florida Parents Charged in Tragic Infant Shaking Death

In a harrowing case out of Florida, a couple has been charged with the death of their infant daughter, alleged to have suffered horrific violence at the hands of her parents who were reportedly engrossed in a game of Call of Duty as she lay unresponsive.

Gracie Jai Tellez, 20, along with 22-year-old Robert Lee Ingram, found themselves behind bars on August 7 in Jacksonville, linked to the tragic passing of their 7-week-old baby, according to details from the US Marshals Service.

On a grim October 14, 2025, at their residence in Hollywood, the baby was discovered unresponsive, her tiny form cold and pale. Tellez had dialed 911, but despite a rushed hospital visit, the infant was declared brain dead just days later. Before the removal of life support, her organs were generously donated.

Although the parents claimed to detectives that their baby was in perfect condition, a chilling autopsy report revealed severe injuries, pointing to blunt force trauma inflicted on her delicate head.

Additional insights from an affidavit provided by Local10 News confirmed that medical professionals identified devastating brain injuries, hemorrhaging in both eyes, retinal detachments, and fractured skull bones.

The injuries were consistent with “non-accidental head trauma” and “violent shaking,” investigators said. Her death was ruled a homicide.

Over the course of the investigation, detectives discovered other details of Tellez and Ingram’s story that didn’t add up.

They allegedly told police that before 911 was called, the infant was fed and then placed into her bassinet to sleep. They claimed they would use Facetime on their phones to monitor the sleeping child.

But in the hours before the child was found unresponsive, damning phone records show that they were busy playing Call of Duty, the news station reported.

The pair were charged with aggravated manslaughter of a child and neglect of a child. They were extradited from Jacksonville to Broward County, where they are being held without bond.

Trump Administration’s Legal Defeats Persist in Bid for Unredacted Voter Data, Latest Setback in Nevada

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Trump Administration’s Legal Defeats Persist in Bid for Unredacted Voter Data, Latest Setback in Nevada

President Donald Trump listens during an event to announce the Freedom Haulers initiative at the White House, Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Washington (AP Photo/Alex Brandon).

The Trump administration faced another setback in its legal efforts to acquire “unredacted” voter rolls from multiple states, as their court challenges continue to falter.

Last Friday, a ruling in Nevada by U.S. District Judge Anne R. Traum, appointed by Joe Biden, marked the administration’s 22nd defeat at the federal court level against the U.S. Department of Justice in this protracted legal battle.

With this decision, every court that has reviewed the case has sided with the states, perpetuating a continuous streak of judicial defeats for the Trump administration regarding the voter roll requests.

In December 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Nevada and its Secretary of State, Francisco Aguilar. The lawsuit claimed that Nevada violated the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA), the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), and the Civil Rights Act (CRA) of 1960, alongside a motion to compel the release of the necessary documents.

In January 2026, the state filed a motion to dismiss. Along the way, several other groups and individuals, including the ACLU of Nevada and a voter “whose personal, private data is at risk” filed motions to intervene – which the court and parties accepted.

The judge, taking stock of the legal landscape, ruled for Nevada.

“Joining every other court to have addressed the issue so far, the Court now grants the motions to dismiss and denies the motion to compel,” the judge notes in a 12-page order.

Traum started out by recounting how the litigation came to be.

“Since 2025, DOJ has sent demands to at least forty states seeking their full voter files,” the order reads. “DOJ made its first demand on Secretary Aguilar in a letter dated June 25, 2025. The letter requested ‘Nevada’s current statewide voter registration list’ along with fourteen other types of election-related information.”

The initial letter cited the state’s HAVA obligations, the judge notes. In turn, Aguilar “provided DOJ with a link to the publicly available Statewide Voter Registration List (the SVRL),” the order goes on.

But the government was not satisfied.

“DOJ said that the state ‘must’ disclose a voter list that ‘contain[s] all fields, including the registrant’s full name, date of birth, residential address, his or her state driver’s license number or the last four digits of the registrant’s social security number,'” the order continues — explaining that this time the government cited the NVRA and the CRA as additional authorities.

The second demand was rejected and the lawsuit ensued.

The court begins with a rejection of CRA process arguments.

To hear the Trump administration tell it, “no motion except its own Motion to Compel is justiciable in this proceeding” and “it is entitled under the CRA to a summary proceeding where the Court must order the Secretary to produce records upon the Government’s bare showing that it made a demand on Secretary Aguilar which he refused.”

The order further outlines the DOJ’s argument:

The Government argues that the CRA’s purpose is to facilitate pre-lawsuit investigation, and to that end, the statute provides for a proceeding where the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure do not apply, and no pleadings, no discovery, and no motions to dismiss “may be used to question or examine ‘the reasons why the Attorney General considers the records essential…'”

Traum said the law simply was not on the government’s side here.

“The Government cites no binding authority for its position that the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (including the motion to dismiss standard) are inapplicable,” the order goes on. “Neither the text of the statute nor the weight of precedent support the Government’s position.”

In other words, the DOJ insisted that neither Nevada nor any of the accepted intervening defendants could filed motions to dismiss. The court said the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure — and the relevant case law interpreting the rules in the context — say otherwise.

“A court may dismiss a complaint for ‘failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted,'” the order continues. “[A] district court must accept as true all well-pleaded factual allegations in the complaint and determine whether those factual allegations state a plausible claim for relief.”

After deciding the defendants do have the power to try and have the lawsuit dismissed, the court rejected CRA merits arguments.

“The CRA does not cover SVRL because it does not cover records created by government officials,” the judge found.

Again joining every other court to rule on the issue, Traum explained that the CRA’s document retention demand applies to documents “come into [a state officer of election’s] possession.”

The SVRL file “is compiled and updated by state officials,” the judge notes, so it necessarily “does not come into” the state’s possession.

The court employs a metaphor from precedent to hammer the point home: “It would be rather strange to say that the baker has ‘come into’ possession of the cakes after pulling them out of the oven.”

Also on Friday, the DOJ lost an appeal of a Michigan-focused lawsuit before the en banc U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.

The post ‘Joining every other court’: Trump admin’s losing streak continues in lawsuits seeking ‘unredacted’ voter data with latest loss in Nevada first appeared on Law & Crime.

Tragic Michigan Shooting Claims Mother and Son as First Victims

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Tragic Michigan Shooting Claims Mother and Son as First Victims

Tragedy struck Michigan when a harrowing shooting claimed the lives of five individuals, including a mother and her son, before the shooter took his own life. The first victims identified in this devastating incident were Amanda Everitt and her teenage son, Eric.

Family members confirmed that the 41-year-old mother and her son were tragically gunned down at their LaChance Road residence in Lake Township on a somber Friday morning.

In addition to Amanda and Eric, the assailant, identified as Chad Hickman, 39, also claimed the life of another person who remains unidentified. Everitt’s 13-year-old daughter, Bella, was critically injured, sharing Michigan State Police findings.

Despite her critical condition, young Bella demonstrated remarkable courage by calling 911 after sustaining a gunshot wound to her arm. Unfortunately, Hickman evaded capture before law enforcement arrived, triggering a widescale search operation.

During the intense manhunt for Hickman, officers discovered another deceased individual at a separate residence, adding to the grim tally of lives lost.

A short time later, troopers found Hickman’s vehicle abandoned near a wooded area close to Whitlock Lake.

Authorities then decided to scour the area with a K9 team, when they discovered Hickman’s body – along with another deceased victim.

Everitt’s father, David Everitt, shared a touching tribute to his daughter and grandson while praising Bella’s strength on Facebook. 

Amanda Everitt, 41, and her teenage son, Eric, were shot dead at their Michigan home on Friday

Amanda Everitt, 41, and her teenage son, Eric, were shot dead at their Michigan home on Friday

Everitt's father, David Everitt, shared a touching tribute to his daughter and grandson, who is pictured here on his 16th birthday

Everitt’s father, David Everitt, shared a touching tribute to his daughter and grandson, who is pictured here on his 16th birthday

‘This world just lost two beautiful people and one is clinging to life,’ he wrote.

‘My daughter Amanda and her two beautiful children were shot in their home yesterday, Amanda and her son Eric went home to be with god and our granddaughter Bella is clinging to life in a Grand Rapids hospital.’

The heartbroken grandfather continued: ‘This is my plea to everyone on this planet to teach their children compassion and kindness not hate and violence so parents and family members do not have to bury their children and brothers and sisters.

‘This was a cowardly act by a evil person and i hope hell gives him his due.

‘God be with you Amanda and Eric and prayers for Bella who while shot four times still managed to call 911 and identify the shooter. She is a hero.’

Police have not confirmed the victims’ identities, and it is unclear if Everitt and her children are related to Hickman or his ex-wife, Katie.

A profile apparently belonging to Hickman’s ex-wife posted that she and their three children were safe from the rampage.  

‘Just want to let everyone know that me and the kids are safe,’ she posted.

Everitt's 13-year-old daughter, Bella, bravely called 911 after she had been shot in the arm and is fighting for her life in the hospital

Everitt’s 13-year-old daughter, Bella, bravely called 911 after she had been shot in the arm and is fighting for her life in the hospital

Chad Hickman, 39, killed five people and left another critically injured before apparently taking his own life

Chad Hickman, 39, killed five people and left another critically injured before apparently taking his own life

‘And thank you all for loving and caring for me and my family as much as you all do. We love you all.’

The ex-wife, Katie, initiated divorce proceedings in 2023, according to records obtained by the Detroit News.

It was then finalized last year, when a judge declared that it was ‘uncontested’ that the marriage had allegations of domestic abuse on both sides that were ‘at the heart of the issues before the court.’

A motive for the killings on Friday remains unclear as authorities work to piece together exactly what happened, but police have said there is no ongoing threat to the public. 

Court records show Hickman was convicted in 2024 of misdemeanor fourth-degree child abuse and contributing to the delinquency of children in connection with a 2010 criminal case. 

Records obtained by the Daily Mail also suggest he was facing a new civil lawsuit that was filed at the end of July. The details of the case were unclear.

The Daily Mail contacted the Michigan State Police for more information. 

Marvel Unveils X-Men Reboot Cast and 2026 Premiere Date

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Marvel Unveils X-Men Reboot Cast and 2026 Premiere Date

Calling all X-Men fans! Marvel Studios has just lifted the curtain on the all-star cast of its much-awaited X-Men film at the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Excitement buzzed through the air as the announcement was made during this celebrated Disney tradition.

Sadie Sink, known for her recent appearance as Jean Grey in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, captured the spotlight at the D23 Expo on August 14. She joined Marvel’s leading light, Kevin Feige, and visionary director, Jake Schreier, to unveil the upcoming X-Men lineup set to dazzle audiences.

Heartstopper sensation Kit Connor is stepping into the shoes of Cyclops, with Christopher Abbott taking on the iconic role of Professor Charles Xavier. The cast also features Samara Weaving as the frigid Emma Frost, Inde Navarrette as the spirited Rogue, and Maya Boyd breathing life into Storm.

Feige shared an intriguing hint during the showcase, playfully suggesting, “someone else wanted to join us on stage.”

Sadie Sink

The secret surrounding Sadie Sink’s enigmatic character in Spider-Man: Brand New Day has finally been unveiled. The movie, which premiered on Friday, July 31, delves into the aftermath of Dr. Stephen Strange’s spell that erased Peter Parker’s (Tom Holland) identity from the world’s memory. Now, four years on, he continues his clandestine vigil over New York City as the masked hero, Spider-Man, while balancing…

“Hey, D23,” Star Wars star Adam Driver said in a brief video shared with the audience, revealing his role as Nathaniel Milbury/Mister Sinister.

The new version of X-Man will premiere in theaters on May 5, 2028.

Based on the beloved Marvel Comics franchise, there have been multiple live-screen adaptations including 2000’s X-Men trilogy, 2011’s X-Men: First Class and even more spinoffs including Logan (2017) and Dark Phoenix (2019). Few details about the new iteration have been revealed.

“I grew up with the original movies, and it’s really cool because it also feels like we are doing a really different version,” Connor, 22, told Good Morning America during a cast interview later on Friday. “[It’s] a different take, which is really exciting.”

As for director Schreier, he further hinted to GMA how his version would differ from adaptations past.

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The spirit of vengeance lives! Ryan Gosling finally joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Gosling, 45, made a surprise appearance at Marvel Studios’ Hall H panel on Saturday, July 25, to confirm that he will star in a reboot of the Ghost Rider franchise. (Nicolas Cage previously played the character in […]

“They’ve made such great movies in this world, [and] let’s find the things that haven’t recently been [shown] from all these other corners of the universe,” Schreier, 44, teased on Friday. “There’s so many stories that are still untold, to honor and to reach into and to meet this cast and try to do something new. I think you always want to see something that reveres where it came from and then is still taking a new spin [on] where we want to go.”

Sink’s version of Jean Grey was introduced in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which premiered last month.

“Giving [Jean] a backstory is really important — especially given her actions in the film. She’s very flawed,” Sink, 24, told Variety of joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “You’re meeting her at a strange point, because I don’t think she is someone who wants to harm, but she herself has been harmed, so that’s all she knows. Giving her that backstory and a motive behind her actions is really powerful.”

After — spoiler alert — saving Spider-Man/Peter Parker (Tom Holland) from near-death, Jean left New York City on a bus where fans presumed she was en route to the X-Men school.

“I don’t really know yet, to be honest,” she quipped to the outlet of Jean’s whereabouts. “And when I say ‘I don’t know,’ I mean I really don’t know.”
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