Today is Thursday, Oct. 2, the 275th day of 2025. There are 90 days left in the year.

Today in history:

On Oct. 2, 2016, Hall of Fame baseball broadcaster Vin Scully signed off for the last time, ending 67 years behind the mic for the Dodgers as he called a 7-1 loss to the Giants in San Francisco.

Also on this date:

In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson had a serious stroke at the White House that left him paralyzed on his left side.

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In 1942, the RMS Queen Mary, an ocean liner carrying thousands of American soldiers as a converted troop ship during World War II, accidentally rammed and sank the escort ship HMS Curacoa in the North Atlantic, killing over 300 crew members aboard the Curacoa.

In 1944, German troops crushed the 2-month-old Warsaw Uprising, during which a quarter of a million people were killed.

In 1967, Thurgood Marshall joined the U.S. Supreme Court as its first African American justice; he would serve on the bench for 24 years until his retirement in 1991.

In 1970, one of two chartered twin-engine planes flying the Wichita State University football team to Utah crashed into a mountain near Silver Plume, Colorado, killing 31 of the 40 people on board.

In 2006, an armed milk truck driver took a group of girls hostage in an Amish schoolhouse in Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania, killing five of them and wounding five others before taking his own life.

In 2018, U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a critic of Saudi Arabia’s government, was killed by Saudi Arabian officials at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey.

In 2020, stricken by COVID-19, President Donald Trump was injected with an experimental drug combination at the White House before being flown to a military hospital, where he was given Remdesivir, an antiviral drug.

Today’s Birthdays:

Film critic Rex Reed is 87.
Singer-songwriter Don McLean (“American Pie”) is 80.
Fashion designer Donna Karan (KA’-ruhn) is 77.
Actor Avery Brooks is 77.
Photographer Annie Leibovitz is 76.
Singer-actor Sting is 74.
Actor Lorraine Bracco is 71.
R&B singer Freddie Jackson is 69.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa is 62.
Singer-songwriter Gillian Welch is 58.
Actor-talk show host Kelly Ripa is 55.
Actor Efren Ramirez is 52.
Musician Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes) is 37.

Authorities in Barron County, Wis., are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and two others injured.

Multiple agencies responded to a shots-fired call on Wednesday in the 650 block of Candy Cane Lane in the city of Barron, according to a joint statement released by Barron County Sheriff Jodi Kummet and Barron Police Chief Joe Vierkandt.

Barron is located about 90 minutes northeast of St. Paul.

Upon arrival, officers located a deceased male and a wounded female at the residence, according to the news release.

While securing the residence, authorities report, officers located the suspect, who had “what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.”

Officers and emergency medical personnel attempted life-saving measures on all parties, authorities report.

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The woman was transported to Barron Mayo Hospital and the suspect was also transported to a medical facility; their conditions were unknown on Wednesday evening.

“We are aware of a disturbing SnapChat video involving this homicide and are working with SnapChat to remove this video,” the sheriff and police chief reported in their statement. “There is no threat to the public … our thoughts are with the families and everyone involved with this incident.”

Other responding agencies included the Cameron Police Department, Wisconsin State Patrol, Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Rice Lake Police Department. Also at the scene were Barron Mayo Ambulance, the Barron Fire Department, LifeLink Helicopter and area first responders.

Michigan prep prospect Charlie Jilek flipped his commitment from Central Florida to the Gophers football program on Wednesday.

The 6-foot-5, 240-pound linebacker and tight end from Portage (Mich.) Central High School is a three-star recruit, who had other offers from Western Michigan, Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, San Diego State, Ohio and others.

Jilek was committed to UCF and head coach Scott Frost as a tight end since April, but felt he was best suited to play inside linebacker. He posted 100 tackles as a junior in the second-highest class of Michigan prep football.

“I really like playing on the defensive side of the ball and I’m a stronger player on the defensive side of the ball,” Jilek told the Pioneer Press. “To have an offer to play (there) in the Big Ten is awesome.”

Jilek visited Minnesota for the Nevada nonconference game in September 2024, but the U’s scholarship offer didn’t come until this September.

Jilek is the 24th commit in the Gophers 2026 class and the second addition this week, following Ellsworth, Wis., tight end George Rohl, who flipped his pledge from North Dakota.

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In September, we featured 19 cats and 10 dogs in the pet corner of our newsletter (as well as a photo of a doe in someone’s backyard).

We highlight our readers’ pets at the end of every weekday editon of the Morning Report.

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For more photos, here are the 14 dogs and 13 cats featured in the Morning Report in August.

Tuesday, Sept. 30

Elsa and Sissy can now stretch out on their outdoor seating.

“I recently got these sisters, Elsa and Sissy, a mix of multiple breeds according to genetic analysis: Great Pyrenees, Golden Retriever, Alaskan Malamute, Anatolian Shepherd, Siberian Husky,” Steve writes. “It’s safe to say they won’t be cold when living outside this winter. At a little less than nine months, they both weigh nearly 90 pounds and their massive paws indicate they aren’t done growing! Fortunately, they keep watch on our five acres in rural western Wisconsin as we’ve seen fox and bobcats who are interested in our chickens. They were a little big for ‘their’ deck chairs, so naturally I had to buy lounge chairs for both …”

Monday, Sept. 29

Fiasco

“My cat Fiasco crossed the Rainbow Bridge four years ago,” Deb wrote. “He was a ‘dog/cat’ always running to the door to welcome me home! Happy fall.”

Friday, Sept. 26

A curious doe.

“I had a surprise visitor to my courtyard one morning,” Ken writes. “I heard an unusual noise at my water feature and turned around to see this doe drinking water and checking to see what I was doing … how she even knew it was there shows how smart wildlife can be.”

Thursday, Sept. 25

Maki, we salute you!

“This is Maki, our soon-to-be 5-year-old American Miniature Shepherd,” Tim writes. “He was born in the Czech Republic and at one year was re-homed to a breeder in France. Maki turned out to be too big as a miniature, so he needed to be re-homed again. We acquired him a year ago and he now lives with us in Germany. Maki spends his days playing with his neighborhood besties, zooming through the fields and volunteering with the USO to comfort travelers at the nearby air base.”

Wednesday, Sept. 24

Wisdom didn’t appreciate the feedback on her use of the bathroom counter.

“When I asked Wisdom to get off the counter, she went into full pout mode,” Theresa writes.

Tuesday, Sept. 23

Louie

“I’d like to introduce you to little Louie, the Cavapoo puppy,” Jeannie wrote in Aug.. “Breeds: King Charles Cavalier and Poodle. Weighing in at a wee-but-mighty three pounds, nine ounces. Age: 3.5 months old. Family: Matt, Jeannie and Clay; Dozer (75-pound Black Lab). Foxy (52-pound Australian Cattle Dog mix). Instagram: @ourfriendlouie. Favorite places in town: The Dabbler Depot on West Seventh Street, the patio of Saint Paul Brewing and the patio of Dark Horse in Lowertown.”

Monday, Sept. 22

Cali’s hike in Switzerland.

“It’s been awhile since I’ve shared any photos of my granddog, Cali,” Linda writes. “She had a great time hiking in the mountains last weekend. She didn’t get to stay there, but in one photo she is looking over Hotel Weisshorn in Saint-Luc Switzerland that does allow dogs. Maybe next trip, Cali! For reference, Saint-Luc is north of Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn. Keep up the great work! I love looking at pet photos!”

Friday, Sept. 19

Skol, Gordy!

“Our grandkitty, Gordy of Eagan, is ready for another hopeful season. Skol, Gordy!”

Thursday, Sept. 18

Pico

“Love your column!” Shari wrote earlier this month. “Here is a current photo of Pico, who has previously been featured in your column. This was taken on one of those cool days over the weekend. He loves to be under a blanket when he is cold and does not want to come out!”

Wednesday, Sept. 17

Albert in the cat hammock and under a blanket.

“These are photos of our 14-year-old Chiweenie, Albert,” Chris writes. “Albert loves long walks around the Como neighborhood, which is full of wildlife for him to bark at. He also amuses the neighborhood (including our mail carrier) by sunning himself in the cat window hammock. Most often, you will find him buried underneath a blanket, snuggled up to his humans. He’s a very special dog!”

Tuesday, Sept. 16

Happy Gotcha Day, Miss Nosey!

“Good morning … Happy September! Where did summer go?” Joyce wrote earlier this month. “Our sweet Miss Nosey will be celebrating her fourth ‘Gotcha Day’ here with us on Sept. 16th (today!). How time flies when you have a goofy cat, seen here with her bright eyes and asleep in her favorite box … a Christmas gift from last year. Take care and enjoy each fall day!”

Monday, Sept. 15

Bozie’s hobbies include finding interesting places to nap.

“Our daughter’s cat Bozie excels at finding good, unique places to take his naps,” Norbert writes.

Friday, Sept. 12

Bo

“Bo, a 10-year-old French Bulldog rescue, holds court at my brother David’s assisted living home,” Leslie writes. “Bo has won the hearts of all he meets, very cuddly and sweet.”

Thursday, Sept. 11

Maya (left) and her son, Gordy Jr.

“Maya (left) and her son, Gordy Jr., chilling this morning,” wrote Cameron of Roseville on Monday. “We rescued Maya and her four kittens from the remote desert in Baja, Mexico, two years ago. We found good homes for three of the kittens here in St. Paul. We kept Maya because she was feral and unadoptable and also kept her only boy kitten, Gordy Jr. Both are loving, wonderful cats that enrich our life’s on a daily basis.”

Wednesday, Sept. 10

Happy Birthday, Jameson.

“Birthday bone for Jameson,” Lon writes.

Tuesday, Sept. 9

Buttercup, Poppet and Olympia.

“These three always need a nap after they get up in the morning, before they’ve done even a bit of housework,” writes Claire of Highwood Hills of St. Paul.

Monday, Sept. 8

SunnyD and Moonsun

“These are my grandkittens, SunnyD and Moonsun (named by grandsons ages two and four),” Maureen writes. “They are a joy. Little purr factories.”

Friday, Sept. 5

Leo’s clover.

“Our pup, Leo, brought us a clover to express that he feels lucky to have been rescued in New Mexico,” Sal and Tom of Edina tell us. “Leo spent his formative years in Durango, Colorado, with our daughter and then relocated to Minnesota to live with us (his grandparents). He is loved and living his best life. It is amazing how many pups end up with the grandparents!”

Thursday, Sept. 4

Khaleesi, Nubia and Barney.

“After losing our beloved dowager countess Tina this spring, we have started the adventure of fostering cats (for Feline Rescue),” Meg writes. “Khaleesi (Calico, left) and Nubia (shorthair tabby, middle) have joined our household temporarily while they await medical clearance for adoption. They are both sweet and affectionate, with personality to spare! They’ve been isolated from resident hermit Barney (longer-fur tabby, right) which is probably for the best for everyone, haha. I strongly recommend fostering for a way to enjoy and care for animals temporarily. The shelter has been incredibly supportive. Cheers!”

Wednesday, Sept. 3

Zephyr and Ziva.

“This is Zephyr (left) and Ziva,” Wendie writes. “Zephyr loves to bask in the sun after exhausting herself chasing feather toys. Ziva (right), gives her opinion on having photos taken. They were adopted from the Humane Society as a bonded pair in early June, due to the Northern Minnesota forest fires.”

Tuesday, Sept. 2

Stella and Luna.

“Stella and Luna are 3-year-old littermate sisters who recently braved a move from New Jersey to Minnesota, ” Madeline writes. “They are adjusting well and loving their new favorite sun window!”

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