Obama vows support for Louisiana after flood visit
President Obama toured flood damaged Louisiana scenes promising a sustained national rebuilding effort even after cameras leave. He urged continued focus, noting resilience and pledging help beyond the immediate crisis amid political scrutiny from critics including Donald Trump. Residents welcomed the attention while some doubted the timing and impact of the visit.
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West wildfire flashpoint sweeps through Yellowstone and coast
In dry windy West, crews battle growing fires across California and Montana. Yellowstone and Grand Teton regions face road closures and evacuations as flames threaten parks and campgrounds. California reports nearly 58 square miles burned with 2400 evacuated and Hearst Castle closed. Washington and others see intensified fire danger amid drought and climate concerns. Governor Inslee campaigns public safety measures as blazes persist.
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Roanoke stabbing under FBI probe after suspect shouts Allahu akbar
In Roanoke County a man and woman were stabbed as they entered an apartment building. The suspect, Wasil Farooqui, shouted Allahu akbar during the attack and fled. He later went to a hospital for injuries and was arrested as federal and local investigators work on the case.
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Police: 3 children and man die in Chicago fire
A deliberate blaze at a South Chicago apartment building killed four, including three children and a man. Firefighters battled the three story structure from around 1:30 a.m. as witnesses reported residents leaping from windows. investigators say a person with a dispute returned to commit arson. An infant died at a hospital, with two girls aged 4 and 6 and a man found dead on the third floor.
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Traffic Fatalities Jump in First Half 2016
National Safety Council estimates show 19,100 U.S. road deaths January through June, up 9 percent from last year and 18 percent from two years earlier, with about 2.2 million serious injuries and costs around 205 billion dollars.
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