Today in the News: Preparations for the New Kentucky Derby continue in earnest ahead of the races this weekend. Diamond Security Forces have Terra Firma in full lock down, citing as of now unverified concerns of terrorism.

In a statement exclusive to BCNN, President Arkham Suzuki has expressed concerns about handing an entire district over to Diamond Security Forces, and has claimed he is to meet with their head, Julia Pearlman later today. We will continue to monitor and update this story as it evolves.