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China calls Hong Kong protesters ‘criminals,’ threatens retaliation

By Jonathan Miller, Independent Television News

A day after a strike disrupted public transportation and blocked major roads in Hong Kong, China’s central government strongly condemned the protesters, whom it called “criminals.” It did not address the grievances of the pro-democracy forces or propose solutions, but…

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A former House Republican on why we need to reform gun laws

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‘Words matter.’ Anger, fear await Trump in El Paso

By Daniel Bush

Across the Hispanic community in El Paso, the initial shock from the deadly shooting Saturday has given way to anger and fear as the city prepares to welcome President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

What we know about the El Paso and Dayton shooters’ guns

By Laura Santhanam

These guns, magazines and gear were legal in Texas and Ohio. But that wasn’t always the case.

Florida governor asks state law enforcement to probe decade-old Epstein case

By Associated Press

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday ordered the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to review a work release program that allowed Jeffrey Epstein to visit his office while staying at the county jail a decade ago.

Gilroy shooter had ‘target list,’ FBI says

By Associated Press

The gunman in the California mass shooting a compiled a list of nationwide religious institutions, federal buildings, courthouses and both major political parties, prompting the FBI to open a domestic terrorism investigation into the case.

Court reinstates Sarah Palin suit against The New York Times

By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press

A defamation lawsuit Sarah Palin brought against The New York Times was restored by a federal appeals court Tuesday.

Louisiana launching medical marijuana after years of waiting

By Melinda Deslatte, Associated Press

Louisiana is becoming the first Deep South state to dispense medical marijuana on Tuesday, four years after state lawmakers agreed to give patients access to therapeutic cannabis.

Taliban say differences resolved on U.S. troop withdrawal

By Cara Anna, Kathy Gannon, Associated Press

The United States and the Taliban have resolved differences in peace talks over the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan and guarantees from the insurgents that they will cut ties with other extremist groups, a Taliban official said Tuesday.