A 22-year-old man is in custody after an “American Idol” music supervisor and her husband were found dead in their California home. Plus, a mom reacts to criticism over hiring a lifeguard for her kindergartener’s birthday pool party, and a psychologist shares a 5-minute practice that will help improve your mood.
Here’s what to know for Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
‘American Idol’ Music Supervisor and Her Husband Found Dead in Their Los Angeles Home
A 22-year-old man was arrested yesterday in connection with the fatal shootings of “American Idol” music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, both 70, one day after the couple was found dead in their Los Angeles home, police and a representative of the show said. Investigators believe a burglar entered the home through an unlocked door and the couple came home while the suspect was still there, the LAPD said.
Mom Called ‘Dramatic’ for Hiring a Lifeguard for Her Kindergartener’s Pool Party
A mom of two tells TODAY.com she was surprised to be labeled “dramatic” after sharing that she hired a lifeguard to watch over her daughter’s backyard pool party for her 6th birthday. “If everybody is watching, it means nobody is watching,” Morgan Coulter says. A water safety expert backed up Coulter’s approach, as drowning is one of the top causes of death for kids ages 5 to 14.
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Taking Time to Express This One Emotion Daily Will Help You Feel Happier, Psychologist Says
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a psychologist reveals the 5-minute practice that’s basically guaranteed to improve your mood.
This Huge Nordstrom Sale Only Happens Once a Year — Our Expert Sourced the Best Deals
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale opened to the general public on July 12, and some of the best deals are going fast! To help sort through the thousands of markdowns, Shop TODAY Contributor Melissa Garcia stopped by TODAY to share all the must-haves she’s adding to her cart.
Marcus Samuelsson’s Roast Chicken With Mambo Sauce
This crispy roast chicken with a spicy homemade mambo sauce from Food Network star Marcus Samuelsson makes the perfect picnic recipe. Pair it with a fresh salad for a meal at the beach or park with family.
