RNN August 7th 2026

U.S. Missile Defense: Senior defense officials warn that U.S. air defense missile stockpiles are running low, with nearly 80% of key interceptors exhausted following extended military operations. However, President Donald Trump disputed these concerns, stating that the U.S. remains in "great shape" with "massive amounts of ammunition". Chicago Funeral Home Investigation: Illinois state officials suspended the license of a funeral home director after authorities discovered over 50 improperly stored and decomposing bodies in an unrefrigerated area. The investigation was launched after neighbors complained about a severe odor. July Labor Market Report: The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, driven by economic strain from the war in Iran. Despite the drop in payrolls, the national unemployment rate ticked down slightly to 4.1%. Melbourne, Florida Water Infrastructure: The city of Melbourne is requesting $20 million in state funding to upgrade its water treatment facilities to address tap water taste and odor issues caused by summer algal blooms in Lake Washington.