An explosion at Smitty’s Supply in Arcola, La., sparked a one‑mile evacuation as flames and thick smoke rose. No injuries; about 35 agencies responded; a nearby school was evacuated. Cause under investigation.

Maxwell told the DOJ Epstein’s death was likely internal; outsiders aren’t blamed, a possible hit but not tied to others.

The DOJ released the interview; the autopsy is disputed and a SHU video minute is missing; guards charged per IG findings.

Lucy Connolly was released on licence after 40% of a 31‑month sentence for inciting racial hatred; she says she may sue the police.

She left HMP Peterborough and floated a Trump admin meeting on free speech, calling Keir Starmer a political prisoner.

Berlin renamed Mohrenstrasse to Anton Wilhelm Amo Street and its station after decades of debate; a last‑minute court challenge failed, backers say the move fights racism and spurs reform.

In San Francisco, up to 20 anti‑ICE protesters attacked immigration agents; Guerrero threatened officers with a knife and slashed a tire. He faces federal charges as pepper spray injured officers. DHS notes rising ICE assaults.

The Digest, 8/23/2025 @800AM, CDT

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