5 Things to Know This Morning

5 Things to Know This Morning

ByABC News
June 11, 2012, 8:42 AM

June 11, 2012— -- US Commerce Secretary John Bryson is being investigated by police for his involvement in two California crashes that left him injured. One of the collisions is being probed as a felony hit and run according to the authorities.

British Prime Minister David Cameron and wife Samantha left 8-year-old daughter Nancy in a pub after a family lunch. Pub staff looked after their daughter until Cameron returned for her 15 minutes later. The incident happened a few months ago but the PM's office confirmed it this morning.

Spain's weekend bailout is rallying markets this morning. Asian markets are up the most they've been in more than two months. The Euro is at a two week high and oil prices are rising, too.

Almost two feet of rain drenched states in the Gulf Coast over the weekend – more than 21 inches falling in West Pensacola, Florida alone. Hundreds of homes have been flooded. Right now, damages are amounting to more than 20 million dollars.

The musical "Once" stole the show at the 66th Tony Awards on Sunday night – snagging eight trophies including Best Musical. The live broadcast kicked off with a mix of musical numbers including a song from last year's Best Musical winner "The Book of Mormon." The Tonys were hosted by actor Neil Patrick Harris.

"Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" stampeded its way to the top of the box office this weekend. The animated film reeled in nearly $60.4 million dollars in ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada over the weekend. More than half its total audiences were made up of viewers under 25.