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The Latest: 06/21/2024 04:13am ET
NBC News Radio. I'm Mark Mayfield. The U.S. is sending air defense missiles to Ukraine meant for other countries. The White House decision comes as Ukraine defends itself against Russian assaults, targeting its energy infrastructure. White House National Security Spooks when John Kirby confirmed the new plan. Gun injury rates are above pre-pandemic levels for a fourth straight year. Lisa Taylor explains. The CDC reported data from ambulance calls in 27 states through September 2023. The study noted that firearm injuries were consistently highest in counties with significant housing issues. It also saw the biggest increases compared to 2019. The rates are highest for young black men in urban areas with housing problems, high unemployment and lower incomes. I'm Lisa Taylor. And the first trailer has been released for the new Simone Biles documentary. Simone Biles rising is a four-part documentary that follows the gold-middle gymnast as she sensor science on the 2024 Paris Olympics, Mark Mayfield, NBC News Radio.