Jerry Seinfeld's upcoming Netflix movie "Unfrosted" about Pop-Tarts will be featured in this weekend's IndyCar race at Long Beach, with rookie Linus Lundqvist driving a car painted to look like an unfrosted Pop-Tart. The partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing and American Legion aims to promote the movie and raise awareness for veteran mental health, using comedy as a therapeutic tool. Seinfeld expressed gratitude for the collaboration and the opportunity to reach a new audience, while The American Legion sees the partnership as a way to destigmatize mental health treatment and prevent veteran suicide.
A carjacking in Salmon Creek, Washington, led to a suspect's death inside the American Legion hall after deputies engaged in a shooting with the suspect. The incident began with the theft of a van and a reported gun, and ended with the suspect entering the American Legion where the shooting occurred. The female suspect was later taken into custody, and the investigation is ongoing with four deputies on administrative leave. The exact details of the incident are still under investigation.
The Westchester County Health Department is investigating two cases of toxoplasmosis, a rare foodborne illness, possibly linked to undercooked venison served at wild game dinners at the Moses Taylor Junior American Legion Post 136 in Mount Kisco. The illness can be deadly for immunocompromised individuals and cause birth defects or miscarriages in pregnant women. The health department urges anyone who attended these dinners and ate the food to contact their doctor immediately, and advises pregnant or immunocompromised individuals with symptoms to call the department.
The American Legion Department of South Dakota has responded to the rape allegations against nine Mitchell baseball players, stating that the allegations are disturbing and not in line with the traditions and core purposes of American Legion Baseball. The Mitchell School District has clarified that it is not involved in the investigation. The American Legion youth programs are designed to provide a safe environment, and the organization does not tolerate any form of abuse. The team's season has been canceled, and the American Legion will assess its continued affiliation and sponsorship of the Mitchell Baseball Association based on the legal determination in court. The Mitchell Baseball Board of Directors expressed deep sadness and disappointment over the alleged player misconduct and will determine the future of Mitchell baseball.
The Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade in Queens paid tribute to Vietnam War veterans and recognized all who served. The parade started with a ceremony outside the American Legion Post 1424, where speakers recalled the heroism of the men and women who answered their call to service and made the ultimate sacrifice while defending their country. The parade also recognized honorees for their contribution and service. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards pointed out that 59,000 veterans live in Queens, more than anywhere else in New York City, and while Borough Hall offers veterans services, he said that much more still needed to be done, especially addressing the number of homeless veterans.
