Cam Controversy a Distraction for Panthers
Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is at the center of a firestorm.
Legislators propose bill to ban 'bump stocks' after Vegas mass shooting
The debate over banning bump stocks like used in the Las Vegas mass shooting heats up. Legislators propose a new bill with Republican leaders saying for the first time it's something to discuss.
GOP Rep. Murphy Resigning After Reports Of Affair
Republican Rep. Tim Murphy of Pennsylvania, an anti-abortion lawmaker who allegedly urged his mistress to have an abortion when he thought she was pregnant, is resigning from Congress.
Tropical Storm Nate Blamed For 22 Deaths: Threatens U.S. Coast
Β Newly formed Tropical Storm Nate was blamed Thursday for at least 22 deaths across Central America as it dumped rain across the region on a path that would carry it toward a potential landfall on the U.S. Gulf Coast as a hurricane over the weekend. Louisiana officials ordered some people there to evacuate.
White House, NRA, Congress Agree On Regulating Bump Stocks
The National Rifle Association announced its support Thursday for regulating βbump stocks,β devices that can effectively convert semi-automatic rifles into fully automated weapons and that were apparently used in the Las Vegas massacre to lethal effect.
Some In GOP Open To banning Gun Accessory Used In Vegas
Senior congressional Republicans say they are open to considering legislation banning βbump stocksβ like the shooter in Las Vegas apparently used to make semi-automatic rifles perform more like fully automatic weapons.
Police Search for 2nd Woman Seen with Vegas Shooter
Police are looking for a 2nd woman seen with Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock.
Clues Few and Elusive for Motive of Las Vegas Gunman
Those seeking to know the motive of Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock have had little more to chase than hints and shadows.
Girlfriend Of Las Vegas Killer Says He Left Her In The Dark
The girlfriend of the Las Vegas gunman said Wednesday that she had no inkling of the massacre he was plotting when he sent her on a trip abroad to see her family.
3 US Army Special Operations Commandos Killed In Niger
U.S. officials said three U.S. Army special operations commandos were killed Wednesday and two others were wounded when they came under fire in southwest Niger.
Trump In Vegas: βAmerica Is Truly A Nation In Mourningβ
Visiting bedsides and the base of police operations, President Donald Trump offered prayers and condolences Wednesday to the victims of Sunday nightβs shooting massacre in Las Vegas along with praise and congratulations to first responders and doctors who rushed to save lives.
GoFundMe Account For Gardner-Webb Grad Injured During Vegas Massacre Raises Over $180K
The goal was only to reach $50,000, but a GoFundMe account set up by Tina Frost's mom has already reached more than $180K.
Google Unveils New Phones, Speakers To Counter Amazon, Apple
Google on Wednesday unveiled new phones, smart speakers and other devices infused with artificial intelligence in its bid to claim the high ground against rivals Amazon and Apple.
NKorean Workers Prep Seafood Going To US Stores, Restaurants
The workers wake up each morning on metal bunk beds in fluorescent-lit Chinese dormitories, North Koreans outsourced by their government to process seafood that ends up in American stores and homes.
Brad Paisley And Dale Jr. Host Concert Ahead Of Bank Of America 500 NASCAR Race
Before Dale Earnhardt Jr. chases victory in Sundayβs Bank of America 500, the third-generation star and retiring driver is joining Charlotte Motor Speedway to treat fans to a concert Saturday night at zMAX Dragway featuring three-time GRAMMY Award-winning country music artist Brad Paisley.
Tillerson: I Never Considered Leaving Post Of Top Diplomat
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson declared Wednesday that he never considered abandoning his job as President Donald Trumpβs top diplomat, disputing what he called βerroneousβ reports that he was on the verge of resigning earlier this year.
Trump to Visit Las Vegas, Meet with Survivors
President Donald Trump will reckon with the aftermath of a deadly mass shooting in Las Vegas as he meets Wednesday with survivors and law enforcement officials in a time of grief.
South Charlotte church holds vigil for Las Vegas victims
People gathered Tuesday night at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Charlotte to remember the victims of the Las Vegas shooting.
Gun Modifications Walk a Legal Tightrope
Las Vegas shooter had legal device to increase rapid fire capability.
Vegas Gunman Had Device That Lets Guns Fire Like Automatic
The man who unleashed hundreds of rounds of gunfire on a crowd of concertgoers in Las Vegas had two accessories that could have allowed his semi-automatic rifles to fire rapidly and continuously, as if they were fully automatic weapons, officials said.
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