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Police Officer Pulls Over Ice Cream Truck To Cheer Up Girl

Chesterfield Township police officer pulls over ice cream truck to cheer up girl

Rio Olympics Opening Ceremony Highlights Brazil, Environment

There's nothing like the unique Brazilian vibe — and the opening ceremony for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro will see no shortage of samba, culture, diversity and history as the South American nation proudly showcases its traditions and environmental wonders.

GenForward Poll: Most Young Whites Think Clinton Broke Law

Young Americans are divided over Hillary Clinton's handling of her email account while she was secretary of state, with most young whites saying she intentionally broke the law and young people of color more likely to give Clinton the benefit of the doubt.

FBI Uses Social Media to Catch Charlotte ISIS Suspect

CHARLOTTE, NC -- A man accused of supporting and recruiting for ISIS, who was living in Charlotte, was arrested by the FBI. They say he was planning an attack on…

Trump Ladies Campaign In Mooresville

Hundreds of North Carolina Republican women gathered at Trump National Golf Club in Mooresville to meet and hear from the ladies on Trump's campaign.

Doctors Say Zika Vaccines Worked On Monkeys, Hoping For Same Results In Humans

Three experimental Zika vaccines protected monkeys against infection from the virus, an encouraging sign as research moves into studies in people.

Accused Charleston Shooter Dylann Roof Assaulted In Jail

Deputies say Dylann Roof, charged in the shooting deaths of nine black parishioners at a Charleston church, has been assaulted by another inmate at the South Carolina jail where he is being held.

Ford Recalls 830K Vehicles Over Faulty Door Latches

Ford is recalling about 830,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Mexico because parts in the side door latches can break and the doors can open while the vehicles are moving.

Charlotte Man Charged With Providing Support to ISIS

Investigators say a Charlotte man has been arrested for conspiring to provide material support to the terrorist group ISIL.

Nike Is Dropping Its Golf Equipment Business

Nike is dropping its golf equipment business to focus on shoes and apparel.

AP Exclusive: North Korea Hopes To Plant Flag On The Moon

North Korean space officials are hard at work on a five-year plan to put more advanced satellites into orbit by 2020, and don't intend to stop there: They're also aiming for the moon, and beyond.

Years Of Surveillance Leads To Terror Charge Against Officer

For years, authorities had concerns about Metro Transit Police Officer Nicholas Young: He traveled to Libya and boasted of joining rebel groups there, and he even described his collection of Nazi memorabilia to law enforcement, according to court documents. But until last month, authorities said, he hadn't committed a crime.

FBI: 1st US Law Enforcement Officer Charged In Terror Sting

Authorities say a Washington, D.C.-area transit police officer has been charged in an FBI sting with attempting to support the Islamic State group.

Donald Trump aide blames President Obama in 2004 soldier's death

A spokeswoman for Donald Trump has blamed Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton for the 2004 killing of U.S. Army Capt. Humayun Khan in Iraq - even though the death occurred more than four years before Obama became president.

Donald Trump says he isn't backing Paul Ryan, John McCain

As Republican loyalists continue to flee, Donald Trump has ignited new party tensions by refusing to endorse House Speaker Paul Ryan or Arizona Sen. John McCain, a remarkable display of party division just three months before Election Day.

Time Warner Taking 10 Percent Stake In Hulu

Time Warner is taking a 10 percent stake in streaming television service Hulu.

Vice President Biden Officiates Gay Marriage Ceremony At His Home

Vice President Joe Biden officiated a wedding for two gay White House Staffers at his home on Monday.

Parents Sue Over Crash That Killed 'Star Trek' Actor Yelchin

The parents of "Star Trek" actor Anton Yelchin have sued the makers of the Jeep Grand Cherokee that killed the 27-year-old when it rolled down his driveway and crushed him.

Paid Family Leave Benefits Rising In Some Sectors, Regions

The call for paid family leave on the Democratic party platform is the most ambitious attempt by a major party in years to reverse the United States' status as the only industrialized nation without any standard for paid time off for new parents. But over the last five years a handful of states and some industries have been quietly increasing this benefit.

Woman Apologizes for Puppies in Hot Car

That's what the fiance of the woman charged with leaving two puppies in a hot car in Rock Hill wants you to know. Is that apology enough or should a judge convict her of the crimes she's currently charged with?