Supreme Court lets local assault weapon ban stand
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to not hear a challenge to Highland Park Illinois ban on semi automatic guns holding more than 10 rounds. The decision upholds similar laws in eight states and various cities, signaling limits on carrying powerful weapons in public. The move may embolden further gun control measures nationwide.
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Lamar Tops Grammy Nominations With Eleven
Kendrick Lamar leads the Grammy field with 11 nominations as Taylor Swift and the Weeknd each tally seven. The tally spans 83 categories with album of the year nominations for Lamar Swift and the Weeknd along with Alabama Shakes and Chris Stapleton. Also recognized are Swift and the Weeknd in record of the year and other acts in song of the year including Lamar Swift Little Big Town Wiz Khalifa Charlie Puth Sheeran.
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Justice Department expands probe of Chicago police force
The Justice Department broadens its pattern and practice inquiry into Chicago police to examine use of deadly force, oversight, training, and community engagement following the Laquan McDonald shooting. Vanita Gupta leads the civil rights division with ongoing criminal probes into officer conduct. Mayor Emanuel flips stance, now supports the investigation.
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No charges in Johnson shooting
Chicago State's Attorney Anita Alvarez announced no criminal charges against Officer George Hernandez in the 2013 fatal shooting of Ronald Johnson III. A dash cam video showed Johnson with a gun as he ran toward a police vehicle and a nearby park on the South Side.
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U S Led Coalition Denied Airstrike On Syrian Camp
Syria accused a U S led air coalition of striking a Syrian army camp killing three soldiers and wounding 13 in Deir al Zor. Coalition officials denied the report and pointed to Russia as the responsible party amid Syria's first public accusation.
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California shooters linked to long radicalization says FBI
FBI official says the two Inland Regional Center attackers in San Bernardino were radicalized for a long time. Investigators have found planning evidence and note they frequented Los Angeles area shooting ranges before the killings. The probe involves hundreds of interviews as San Bernardino County offices reopen.
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Trump calls for Muslim ban during South Carolina rally
Donald Trump urged a ban on Muslims entering the United States claiming a need to prevent more attacks. His stance drew swift rejection from White House rivals and Clinton. The report notes a deadly shooting at Inland Regional Center with 14 fatalities, 12 county employees.
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