 Now, the three big things you need to know, powered by Mark Spain Real Estate. New data from the FBI shows Americans purchased over 5 million guns in the first four months of 2024. Tropical storm Beryl is expected to become a hurricane as it makes its way westward to the Caribbean. President Joe Biden faces criticism over his performance in the first debate of the 2024 presidential race, with some even calling for him to drop his bid for reelection.