Baltimore mayor Dash to 2016 ends amid unrest and probe
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake announced she will not seek re election in 2016 as the city wrestles with post Freddie Gray violence riots and the firing of a police commissioner amid a federal investigation. Her decision follows widespread criticism over her handling of the crisis.
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Mecca crane collapse at Grand Mosque kills over a hundred
A construction crane toppled in a violent rainstorm at Mecca's Grand Mosque injuring many and killing at least 107 with 201 more hurt as the hajj approaches. Officials launched an investigation while images showed debris and blood on mosque floors and collapsed slabs surrounding the Kaaba.
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Perry exits 2016 presidential race in St Louis
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry ends his second bid for the Republican nomination saying the field is strong and his campaign is suspended. Roy Bailey says Perry phoned to share the decision. Huckabee calls for prayers for Perry after the exit.
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Police detain man as SUV linked to Phoenix freeway shootings
Police moved in on a Phoenix convenience store near I 10 detaining a man and seizing his white Chevrolet Tahoe. A second person was questioned while investigators focus on the man as a possible link to 11 freeway shootings over two weeks. Witnesses describe rapid surround by unmarked and marked units.
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House Rejects Iran Nuclear Deal Amid Party Line Vote
The Republican led House voted 269 to 162 against the Iran accord after hours of debate. Senate Democrats then upheld the agreement ensuring Obama can implement sanctions relief without new congressional action. Speaker Boehner decried the deal as dangerous while Democrats argued it could stabilize the region.
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