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Penn State hazing death video shows pledge's final hours

June 18, 2017

The judge will schedule a date soon to finish the preliminary hearing. Pledges were ordered to go through a gauntlet of drinking stations at the party that night, at which they were to quickly drink vodka, shotgun a beer, and so on. camera time, he's seen alone in the room, rolling around on he floor. He later falls several times in the house's great hall and other areas. "He looked dead", Scicchitano said of the second time Piazza was carried up from the basement.

Uber's CEO Travis Kalanick To Take Indefinite Leave

June 18, 2017

She alleged that her former manager had propositioned her for sex and that Uber's human-resources department told her it wouldn't punish him because he was a top performer. Uber's board met for seven hours Sunday . Uber fired 20 employees on June 7, also in conjunction with the investigation that concluded on Tuesday.

Rosenstein Has Discussed Recusing Himself From Russia Probe

June 18, 2017

One lawyer who knows Rosenstein well told Politico that the deputy AG is "furious" and "amazed" at Trump's tweet , in which #45 confirms he's under investigation for obstruction of justice and accuses Rosenstein of being responsible for James Comey's firing and therefore incapable of managing the probe.

3-year-old girl dies during dental procedure in Stockton, California

June 18, 2017

David Thompson with the Children's Dental Surgery Center in Stockton said, "The risks are different, the process is different, our emergency response is different, and we have drills to handle certain types of emergencies ". "When we left for the hospital she ran after me, got into the van and she was very happy", Hernandez added. Avila disagreed, saying her daughter was "very healthy".

Donald Trump is 'considering terminating Russia special counsel Robert Mueller'

June 18, 2017

If Mr Trump instructs Mr Rosenstein to dump Mr Mueller, it would evoke memories of 1973, when two top Justice Department officials, Mr Elliott Richardson and Mr Bill Ruckelshaus, resigned rather than obey then President Richard Nixon's order to fire Mr Archibald Cox, the special prosecutor conducting the Watergate investigation.

Duncan's name on list found on shooter's body

June 18, 2017

Hodgkinson , a 66-year-old home inspector from IL who had several minor run-ins with the law in recent years and belonged to a Facebook group called "Terminate the Republican Party ". But Slater said authorities were still working to determine a motive and had "no indication" Hodgkinson knew about the ball practice ahead of time .

Lyle Jeffs, Polygamous Sect Leader, Captured After Year on the Run

June 18, 2017

Polygamous leader Lyle Jeffs was arrested in South Dakota on Wednesday. The 56-year old Jeffs, and ten others, were awaiting trial on the food stamp charges when Jeffs took off. In South Dakota Lyle Jeffs is being held without bond, and according to reports, is held on a Federal Marshal's "service hold ". "Undoubtedly the flight from prosecution and his fugitive status will play a significant part of his prosecution".

At Louisiana's Capitol, a blood drive for US Rep. Steve Scalise

June 18, 2017

Although Scalise was able to talk on the ballfield, by the time he was transported by helicopter to the hospital, he was in shock. When Scalise arrived in the hospital, he had an "imminent risk of death" and was "as critical as you can be", doctors also said.

Authorities: 14 people go to hospital after deck collapse

June 18, 2017

According to witness Leslie Dillon, around 50 people were gathered on the deck overlooking Flathead Lake following the service when the structure broke and fell. Bell said initial reports indicated at least 20 had been injured, but declined to provide more specific numbers. He would not speculate as to what caused the collapse.

NYC police officer remains in critical condition

June 18, 2017

The suspect is in serious condition. His identity was not immediately released. Officer Dalsh Veve , 35, remains in critical condition after a vehicle took off and dragged him more than two blocks, authorities said. "We have a lot of hope, the uncle and everybody who was there at the hospital and I wish him a God-speedy recovery", said City Councilman Mathieu Eugene.

Newt Gingrich says Mueller's Russian Federation investigation is a "rigged game"

June 18, 2017

However, White House press secretary Sean Spicer said , "Mr". Trump said in a television interview that he fired Comey on May 9 because of "that Russia thing", but he has insisted that his presidential campaign did not collude with the Russians to influence the 2016 election.

Claims about Trump, Russia in Megyn Kelly interview

June 18, 2017

On June 3, 2017 Vladimir Putin says that in the presidential election of America, US would have been the culprit behind the cyber attacks. "We had no relationship at all". CNN further reported that Putin discussed lost economic opportunities between the United States and Russian Federation at the forum, with trade in goods between the countries falling over 40% between 2014 and 2016.

Trump reportedly tells GOP senators that the House healthcare bill is 'mean'

June 18, 2017

As Trump hosted GOP leaders at the White House on Tuesday, the Senate continued working on its version of the bill. The positive comments about the Senate plan tracks with Trump telling reporters during the meeting that the Senate should spend more on the bill to make it "generous, kind (and) with heart".

Yankees @ Angels (Judge Not)

June 18, 2017

Asked if he watched where it landed, Judge ripped off a wry smile and said "no need". I've got to know that with (Young) at second base, I probably have no shot of throwing him out at home. Baltimore, now sitting in fourth place in the division, is playing some of its worst baseball of not just this season, but the last few seasons. With one majestic swing in the eighth inning, the rookie made a happy memory for Patty and Wayne Judge - along with the other thousands of roaring Yankees ...

Congressman Scalise upgraded to serious condition, speaks with family

June 18, 2017

This person was not authorized to speak publicly about the case and spoke on condition of anonymity. A US official told CBS News that James Hodgkinson , the Alexandria shooter, had a list of names including GOP Reps. Capitol Police Officer Crystal Griner also remains at the MedStar Washington hospital after sustaining a gunshot wound to her ankle, but is in "good condition and good spirits" the hospital said.

Hot, muggy Father's Day leads to storms next week — FORECAST

June 18, 2017

It's a mild and muggy start to the day with most neighborhoods in the upper 60s to low 70s. Then clouds will break for some sun. Since Sunday , every day except Thursday featured some sort of severe storms, with at least 9 tornadoes occurring on Thursday in NE Wisconsin.

Donald Trump announces new restrictions on Cuba travel, business

June 18, 2017

The policy shift "could be interpreted as the president is going to hold things up for the competition until the Trump Organization is ready to go down there", Julia Sweig, a Cuba scholar and former adviser to Starwood, told the Post .

US Rep. Denny Heck responds to shooting

June 18, 2017

Steve Scalise , R-La., is the majority whip and member of the leadership. On that day, a man later identified as the attacker approached Rep. Jeff Duncan of SC in the parking lot of the Alexandria, Virginia, ballfield, asking him, "Excuse me, sir, who's practicing today, Democrats or Republicans?" as Duncan recalls the encounter.

Steve Scalise shooting: Matt Mika upgraded to serious condition, report says

June 18, 2017

Scalise, 51, and three others were wounded on Wednesday when a man identified as James Hodgkinson , 66, from IL opened fire on Republican lawmakers practising for the charity baseball game. Before the event, House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi said: "Tonight we will go to the game, play our hardest, but we will all be Team Scalise". Though the game pegs Republicans against Democrats, attendees and participating lawmakers showed unity in wake of the shooting.

Wildfire forces evacuation of Utah ski town

June 18, 2017

In addition, multiple structures and the Parowan Valley watershed is threatened. Local, state and federal crews were first dispatched to the fast-spreading, up-slope fire shortly before 11:30 a.m. Some 750 people were evacuated by late Saturday, and Highway 143 was closed from Second Left Hand Canyon to Highway 148 near Cedar Breaks National Monument.

Prominent Trump supporters are pushing for firing of Special Counsel Robert Mueller

June 18, 2017

The friend to President Donald Trump who claimed the President is considering firing the special counsel leading the FBI investigation into Russia's role in the 2016 election stood by his remarks Tuesday, adding that he believes special counsel Robert Mueller is "illegitimate".

Cooper says NC House budget 'shortchanging' the state

June 18, 2017

We've talked about it for seven years. Republicans have sought to overturn Democratic former President Barack Obama's signature domestic healthcare law since it was enacted in 2010.Whatever the White House's efforts to push ahead with policy plans, there will be a spotlight on testimony by James Comey, the FBI director fired by Trump last month, to the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday.Senators will question Comey on whether Trump tried to get him to back off an FBI investigation ...

Trump thrusts US, Cuba back toward hostile relationship

June 18, 2017

While tourism to Cuba is banned by USA law, the Obama administration had been allowing people to travel to Cuba as part of "people to people" educational trips for visitors, a popular classification that a White House official said was "ripe for abuse" by those looking for beach vacations.

Man pleads guilty after fatal shooting at TI show venue

June 18, 2017

According to the NY Daily News , the Tax Season host, whose real name is Daryl Campbell, had a court hearing Thursday (June 15) where he copped to firearm possession as a felon and admitted to receiving a firearm in interstate commerce in connection to the venue shooting in NYC previous year.

Georgia's Washington, DC, representatives, staff all safe after shooting

June 18, 2017

After having a few hours to digest Wednesday's shooting, Loudermilk said he felt "a lot of anger". In front of him were two members of Scalise's security detail who had just popped out of a black SUV. He was listed in critical condition Wednesday night at a Washington hospital, which said he will require several more operations. Loudermilk, however, referenced gun laws in Washington that are comparatively stricter.

Watch 50+ Tall Ships arrive in Boston Harbor

June 18, 2017

More than 50 tall ships from Europe, South America and the USA converged on the city as part of the Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta, a trans-Atlantic race spanning the United Kingdom, Bermuda and other locations. Among the vessels included in the parade are the Union from Peru, Europa from The Netherlands, Alexander Von Humboldt II from Germany, Spain's El Galeon, Nadezhda from Russia, Guayas from Ecuador, United Kingdom's Blue Clipper, Canada's Bluenose II, Chile's Esmeralda, and the U.S.

Cosby's team attacks judge likely to retry him in sex case

June 18, 2017

Cosby is appealing a ruling allowing Dickinson's case to proceed. Cosby has denied all their claims. Count 1 alleges that Cosby didn't have consent when he penetrated Constand's genitals with his fingers. With words like "heinous" and "exploitive" and "totally unethical" peppering her statement, Camille is being called hypocritical for using such words against others, including the media.

Megyn Kelly defends Alex Jones interview, calls Sandy Hook denial 'revolting'

June 18, 2017

Kelly's interview with Jones is set to air this Sunday, June 18 , which is just freakish timing; Kelly was scheduled to host a benefit for victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on June 14, while Jones has maintained publicly for years that the shooting was a hoax.

National Digest: Woman who urged boyfriend to kill himself is found guilty

June 18, 2017

Following Roy III's death , Carter set up a fundraiser for mental health awareness in her late boyfriend's name and also wrote about suicide prevention on her Facebook timeline, according to the Sun Chronicle . This conviction exceeds the limits of our criminal laws and violates free speech protections guaranteed by the MA and U.S. Constitutions. Moniz's decision surprised some legal experts, who expected an acquittal, and drew criticism from free speech advocates, who said it violates ...

Alleged Virginia shooter linked to many GOP-hate groups on Facebook

June 18, 2017

His condition is critical , and he will require additional operations, the hospital indicated. In a statement, Texas Rep. Roger Williams, one of the team's coaches, said one of his staff members was shot during the incident and was receiving medical attention.

Thomas joins record party at 63 and moves into contention

June 18, 2017

On a wild and wonderful day of scoring, Justin Thomas signed for a 63 - a round of nine-under - that constituted the lowest ever round to par in the championship's long and celebrated history. And it is another milestone in a remarkable start to 2017 for Thomas. Of course, winning is easier said than done, especially at Erin Hills where the U.S.

Bodies of 7 missing US Navy sailors found inside damaged warship

June 18, 2017

A total of seven sailors had been missing since Saturday's crash off Japan's coast. The names of missing sailors were being withheld until families had been notified. The US Navy's 7th Fleet Twitter account said the Navy is working with the Japanese coast guard to conduct a medical evacuation of the injured. After the collision crews worked to contain the flooding on the Fitzgerald .

Admin. Revokes Blocked Program to Protect Immigrant Parents

June 18, 2017

Trump called the program an "unconstitutional executive amnesty" during his campaign, saying that former President Barack Obama "defied federal law and the Constitution" in establishing the program. Thus, those who strenuously object to DACA have a right to be upset, unless they took Trump "seriously", rather than "literally". "DAPA and DACA are two different programs", a spokeswoman for DHS said.

White House: Trump 'has no intention' to fire Mueller

June 18, 2017

Rosenstein offered his assurances as US news accounts quoted Republican allies of Trump suggesting that the president is considering firing Mueller , whose appointment last month drew widespread praise from both Republicans and opposition Democrats.

GOP senators to get glimpse of leadership's health care ideas

June 18, 2017

Senators are also concerned about the alarming number of Americans projected to lose coverage under the House passed bill, and are developing a plan that would provide more generous tax subsidies for purchasing coverage. Chairman or Sen. "I don't think this gets better over time, so my personal view is that we've got between now and the Fourth of July to decide whether the votes are there or not and hope they are", he added.

US official's 'quiet diplomacy' led to Warmbier's release

June 18, 2017

Although Fred Warmbier was relieved to have his son home, he criticized the Obama administration for keeping his family in the dark, and failing to secure his son's freedom. The University of Virginia student's father, Fred Warmbier, said at an earlier news conference that his son had been "brutalized and terrorized" by the North Korean government.

Friday weather: Mid-valley rivers rising, but flooding not expected

June 18, 2017

Lows around 50. Lows in the lower 50s. A warm front lifts north towards New England on Friday . Slight chance afternoon shower. Highs reach into the upper 60s to low 70s. Overnight lows will be mild, only falling to 70 degrees. As the front nears, rain should become more widespread Sunday night into Monday . Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 78.

Austin Celebrates End Of Slavery In Texas With Juneteenth Parade

June 18, 2017

DAVID RICHARDS and his daughter, Nadaviya, were busy preparing plates and cups for Saturday evening's meal at Cleveland's first-ever Juneteenth Family and Friends celebration at the Senior Center on Urbane Road. If we talk we will work through things. Gratitude also figured into the words of Rev. Shadrach J. Thomas, who delivered the invocation. "As we look at this attractive nation, our 45th president, where we are today: someone bled and died for this freedom".

DC, Maryland AGs to file suit against President Trump over business dealings

June 18, 2017

The Attorneys General filed suit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland . Attorneys General Racine and Frosh expressed their thanks to their staffs and to several partners who provided assistance in assembling the lawsuit .

Putin denies relationship with former NSA Michael Kelly

June 18, 2017

He dismissed the allegations and again told the United States to avoid moralizing. Vladimir Putin says claims about Russian involvement in U.S. elections are untrue and that the United States actively interferes with elections in other countries.

Cosby lawyers say he and accuser were lovers

June 18, 2017

Montgomery County Judge Steven O'Neill asked Cosby if he had had a chance to talk to his lawyers and if he made the decision on whether to testify or to call character witnesses. McMonagle noted that Constand initially had trouble pinpointing when the assault occurred, telling police in one interview it happened in March 2004 and in others that it was January 2004.

Rosenstein Hits Media for 'Anonymous Allegations' on Russia Probe

June 18, 2017

If Rosenstein recuses himself from oversight of the special counsel investigation, that role would fall to the Justice Department's No. 3 official, newly confirmed Associate Attorney General Rachel Brand. The Post reported that Mueller and his team are interviewing senior intelligence officials about Trump's role, including Dan Coats, director of national intelligence; Mike Rogers, head of the National Security Agency; and Richard Ledgett, who recently left his role as Rogers' deputy.

CNN files lawsuit seeking access to Donald Trump-James Comey conversations

June 18, 2017

After meeting with Mueller in a classified session, the leaders of the Senate panel indicated that their inquiry would steer clear of obstruction of justice to focus instead on Russian Federation meddling in the elections - and whether there was any Trump campaign collusion with officials tied to the Kremlin.

Bill Cosby's Sexual Assault Case Has Ended In A Mistrial

June 18, 2017

Cosby's power is back". Cosby, who did not take the stand during his trial, did not comment outside court. Cosby raises his hand as he exits the Montgomery County Courthouse on Saturday. "We got to try our case", Steele said. Cosby has said any sexual activity was consensual. He ordered them to keep trying but declared a mistrial June 17, the sixth day of their deliberations.

Controversial Sheriff David Clarke Will Not Take Homeland Security Post

June 18, 2017

At the time, a spokeswoman for the agency said no announcement on Clarke had been made. Clarke's adviser, Craig Peterson, told The Washington Post , that the sheriff had already formally notified the Secretary of Homeland Security John F.

US Democrats Warn Trump Against Firing Special Counsel Mueller

June 18, 2017

Trump said he was "being investigated for firing the FBI Director by the man who told me to fire the FBI Director!" The Trump White House has been subject to numerous embarrassing leaks since the firing of former FBI Director James Comey .

The game goes on after shooting at GOP practice

June 18, 2017

Not lost on him was that he left the GOP team's practice Wednesday morning just as the shooter was arriving, in enough time to tell the gunmen the Republican team was out in the park but missing, by minutes, the horrifying episode that followed.

Tickets sales for congressional baseball game spike after shooting

June 18, 2017

Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.), left, and House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) celebrate after the Republicans' 8-7 victory at the 2016 Congressional Baseball Game. He has reported them to Capitol police. Separately, Republicans also met behind closed doors before leaving Washington for the week. Rep. Tom MacArthur, R-N.J., is among lawmakers who have received death threats in recent months.

Trump Keeps Railing at Russia Probe; Kushner Deals Reportedly Draw Scrutiny

June 18, 2017

On Thursday night, he issued a statement lashing out at news stories sourced to anonymous officials and that he believes are causing the President and Republicans to attack the Justice Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Mueller for alleged leaks.

Gunman in GOP Baseball Practice Shooting Had Possible Kill List

June 18, 2017

He was also alleged to have pointed a 12-gauge shotgun at a man who attempted to intervene in the dispute and struck him in the head with the butt of the gun, according to the report . Wednesday's shooting plunged Washington into shock again, exposing the vulnerability of lawmakers at a time of increasing political animosity, fuelled by debate over Trump's presidency.

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