Obama signs bill to review civil rights-era killings
Racially motivated, civil rights-era killings that are now cold cases will get fresh looks under legislation signed by President Barack Obama.
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Prosecution, Defense Rest in Charleston Church Massacre Trial Read Story
Polly Sheppard says Dylann Roof, the man charged in the Charleston church massacre, let her live on the night of the killings so that she could tell the story of what happened inside the church. On Thursday, she did just that, to a jury that will decide his guilt, and ultimately, if he will live or die.
Unarmed 73-Year-Old Man Shot by Police Was Carrying Crucifix, Authorities Say
Authorities in Bakersfield, California, continue to investigate Monday's early morning shooting death of an unarmed 73-year-old man, who his family says was suffering from early-stage dementia. In a news release, the Bakersfield Police Department said that around 12:38 a.m. Monday, it got a 911 call reporting an "adult male brandishing a handgun" on Silver Birch Avenue.
Dylann Roof Trial Day 4: Shooter’s Choice GM details when Roof bought gun
Jurors in the Dylann Roof trial heard testimony from SLED agents and from those at the shop where the accused Charleston shooter bought the gun that allegedly gunned down nine African-American parishioners. Monday a SLED agent will continue on the stand.
Experts debate gun control in New York State
For the second installment of the "You Defend It Debate Series," representatives from the largest organizations in New York advocating for and against stricter gun laws squared off in Old University Union. The event, held Tuesday, was hosted by the Binghamton University Speech and Debate Team along with Defend It Inc., a local debate organization.
The Latest: Supreme Court says Alabama execution can proceed
The U.S. Supreme Court has again ruled that Alabama can move forward with the execution of an inmate convicted of killing a convenience store clerk more than two decades ago. The Supreme Court ruled late Thursday that the execution could proceed, after issuing two temporary delays earlier in the night.
US Supreme Court lets Alabama execution go ahead
The U.S. Supreme Court late Thursday said Alabama could execute an inmate convicted of killing a convenience store clerk, a decision handed down after a whirlwind of legal fillings and two court-ordered delays. Justices twice paused the execution as attorneys for Ronald Bert Smith Jr., 45, argued for a delay, saying a judge shouldn't have been able to impose the death penalty when a jury recommended he receive life imprisonment.
The Latest: Supreme Court delays Alabama execution
In Washington, the court issued a second temporary stay late Thursday after attorneys for inmate Ronald Bert Smith, Jr. requested that the justices reconsider an earlier decision to let the execution proceed.
Scott family: ‘Fight isn’t over’ after Slager mistrial
An attorney for the family of the man fatally shot by a former North Charleston police officer says a mistrial isn't the end of their fight for justice. "It was a long five weeks and a missed opportunity for justice," family attorney Chris Stewart said.
Off-Duty Corrections Officer Killed In New York City
A New York City off-duty corrections officer was on her way to a shift on Rikers Island when she was shot dead in her car Sunday night. According to the New York Post , Alastasia Bryan, 25, was killed outsider her home in the Flatlands section of Brooklyn, N.Y. Some investigators are calling the killing a planned execution while other reports suggest the shooting may have been a random act of violence.
Indiana coach Kevin Wilson abruptly resigns after 6 seasons
U.S. government officials on Thursday finalized an overhaul of how they plan for oil and gas drilling, mining, grazing and other activities across public lands in the West. U.S. government officials on Thursday finalized an overhaul of how they plan for oil and gas drilling, mining, grazing and other activities across public lands in the West.
Selena Gomez rules Instagram 2016 with most followers, likes
Hundreds of Neil Leifer photographs, including his iconic images of Muhammad Ali, will be auctioned in New York City. Hundreds of Neil Leifer photographs, including his iconic images of Muhammad Ali, will be auctioned in New York City.
Chicago officer who fatally shot man relieved of powers
A Chicago police officer who said he shot and killed a black man this week after the teenager pointed a gun at him has been relieved of his police powers, the Chicago Police Department said Saturday. The sergeant involved in the shooting told investigators that Kajuan Raye, 19, twice pointed a weapon at him, but no gun has been found in the evidence gathering, the department said.
2 killed, 4 hurt in shooting at Louisville’s Thanksgiving ‘Juice Bowl’
"This is very tragic what's happened here. I'm saddened. We've had over 100 homicides in our city, something that hasn't happened in a long time," Louisville Metro Police spokesman Dwight Mitchell told WHAS.
Man who killed abortion doctor gets more lenient sentence
In this July 7, 2016 file photo, Scott Roeder appears in court in Wichita, Kan. Roeder, who was convicted in 2010 in the murder of Kansas abortion provider George Tiller, will have to serve at least 25 years of a life sentence before becoming eligible for parole.
Man who killed abortion doctor gets a more lenient sentence
In this July 7, 2016 file photo, Scott Roeder appears in court in Wichita, Kan. Roeder, who was convicted in 2010 in the murder of Kansas abortion provider George Tiller, will have to serve at least 25 years of a life sentence before becoming eligible for parole.
US court blocks overtime expansion pay rule for 4 million
The driver of a school bus that was filled with elementary students when it crashed in Chattanooga, killing at least five children, has been arrested and faces charges including vehicular homicide. A school bus driver was behind bars Tuesday after a crash killed five youngsters and plunged Chattanooga into mourning over what the mayor called the "most unnatural thing in the world" - a parent losing a child.
SAPD officer shot, killed near police HQ downtown
San Antonio Police Department personnel investigate the murder of a department officer in front of the department's headquarters in downtown San Antonio, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016. According to department Chief William McManus, the officer was shot and killed while performing a routine traffic stop.
Pair of Teenagers Charged With Murder of Congressman’s 15-Year-Old Grandson
Rep. Danny Davis, D-Ill., center, and his son, Stacey Wilson, give a news conference at the 5th District police department in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago on Nov. 18, 2016. Two teenagers have been charged as adults with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Jovan Wilson , the grandson of U.S. Rep. Danny Davis.
Federal judge asked to approve Cleveland police reforms
The city of Cleveland has filed new use of force policies for its police department with a U.S. District Court. Chief U.S. District Judge Solomon Oliver Jr. of the Northern District of Ohio must approve the new policies before officers are trained.