The headline news from April 10, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 10, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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North Charleston has a 'culture of over-policing,' activists say

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 00:00:13

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks in the South Carolina city. Police dash cam video shows traffic stop before shooting

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New Dash Cam Video Shows Walter Scott Before Fatal Shooting

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 00:05:12

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Police dashcam video of Walter Scott traffic stop released

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 00:05:13

Recording shows Scott making a run from his Mercedes-Benz after being warned to stay in the vehicle by police officer Michael Slager

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Blacks in North Charleston twice as likely as whites to be pulled over, statistics show

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 00:10:09

The South Carolina city's police department has a 'culture of over-policing,' community activists contend. Police dash cam video shows traffic stop before shooting

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Police dashcam video of Walter Scott shows him running from car

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 00:20:08

Recording shows police officer Michael Slager warning Scott to stay in the car after he was pulled over for a failed brake light

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New Dash Cam Video Shows Walter Scott Before Fatal Shooting

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 00:30:10

Walter Scott Shooting

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Dash Cam Video Shows Walter Scott Before Fatal Shooting

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 00:35:07

Walter Scott Shooting

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Police dash cam video shows traffic stop before shooting

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 01:00:09

The dash cam video and one by a passerby that shows the fatal shooting provide a unique view of the South Carolina case. Blacks in North Charleston twice as likely as whites to be pulled over, statistics show

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Police dash cam video shows traffic stop before shooting

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 01:15:09

The dash cam video and one by a passerby that shows the fatal shooting provide a unique view of the South Carolina case. Op-Ed: Video of Walter Scott killing is but a glimpse of police misconduct

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Armenian Americans hopeful Obama will recognize genocide as 100th anniversary nears

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 01:45:09

April 24 marks the anniversary of when more than 1 million Armenians were killed at the hands of Ottoman Turks in the political upheaval surrounding World War I. At Saint Stephanos Church in Lebanon

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Armenian Americans hopeful Obama will recognize genocide as 100th anniversary nears

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 01:50:09

April 24 marks the anniversary of when more than 1 million Armenians were killed at the hands of Ottoman Turks in the political upheaval surrounding World War I. CALIFORNIA California faces 'Dust Bowl'-like conditions amid drought, says climate tracker

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Yemen conflict’s risk for Saudis: ‘Their Vietnam’

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 02:05:06

The war-torn country is slipping into chaos as the rebel Houthis continue to fight and al-Qaeda gains ground, potentially turning the military operation there into a quagmire, analysts said.

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Armenian Americans hopeful Obama will recognize genocide as 100th anniversary nears

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 02:25:10

April 24 marks the anniversary of when more than 1 million Armenians were killed at the hands of Ottoman Turks in the political upheaval surrounding World War I. L.A. Now Video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit in Apple Valley

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Armenian Americans hopeful Obama will recognize genocide as 100th anniversary nears

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 02:45:09

April 24 marks the anniversary of when more than 1 million Armenians were killed at the hands of Ottoman Turks in the political upheaval surrounding World War I. POLITICS California may shield immigrants charged with drug crimes from deportation

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Yemen ConflictRaises TensionsBetween SaudiArabia and IranNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 03:20:08

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, on Thursday denounced the Saudi airstrikes in Yemen as “a crime” and “a genocide,” while all but taunting Saudi Arabia that its war was doomed to fail.

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Video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit in Apple Valley

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 03:20:13

The San Bernardino County sheriff calls the video 'disturbing.' A use-of-force expert says, 'His hands are behind his back. He obviously surrendered.' National Politics Armenian Americans hopeful Obama will recognize genocide as 100th anniversary nears

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Yemen ConflictRaises TensionsBetween SaudiArabia and IranNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 03:30:07

Iranian leaders lashed out with rare vehemence against the continuing Saudi air campaign in Yemen, even hurling personal insults at the young Saudi prince who is leading the fight.

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Police dashcam video of Walter Scott shows him running from car

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 04:25:07

Encounter in which officer Michael Slager shot and killed Scott began with traffic stop for failed brake light

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Prelude to shooting

CNN  10/Apr/2015 04:55:04

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Video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit in Apple Valley

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 05:35:09

The San Bernardino County sheriff calls the video 'disturbing.' A use-of-force expert says, 'His hands are behind his back. He obviously surrendered.' L.A. Now Social worker fired over child's beating death about to get job back

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One Dead as Tornado Rips Through Illinois

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 05:40:09

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’Like a Bomb Went Off’: One Dead as Tornado Levels Illinois Town

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 06:00:09

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ExclusiveHillary Clinton to launch presidential campaign Sunday en route to Iowa – source

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 06:05:08

Former secretary of state scheduled to announce candidacy on Twitter, source tells Guardian, then follow with video, email, conference calls on plane ahead of US primary state tour

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ExclusiveHillary Clinton to launch presidential campaign Sunday en route to Iowa

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 06:10:08

Former secretary of state planning to announce candidacy on Twitter, then follow with video, email, conference calls on plane ahead of US primary state tour

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California may shield immigrants facing drug charges from deportation

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 08:15:09

Backers of the bill hope to take advantage of California's increasingly immigrant-friendly Legislature and the state's tilt toward milder drug penalties, including last year's passage of Prop. 47. L.A. Now Video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit in Apple Valley

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Record Tide of Refugees Will Strain EU System

Wall Street Journal  10/Apr/2015 08:35:10

Brussels Beat: Europe’s asylum system faces a major test, as a record number of refugees are expected to attempt the dangerous trip to safety from war-torn regions.

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Why did he run?

CNN  10/Apr/2015 09:10:02

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Before police shooting

CNN  10/Apr/2015 09:40:03

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Obama Nears Decision on Cuba’s Status on Terror ListNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 11:05:03

President Obama said he had not yet received a final recommendation on whether Cuba should be removed from the list of nations that sponsor terrorism.

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O.C. judge who gave child molester reduced sentence is asked to resign

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 11:15:09

«He must have forgotten that his job is to protect the victim, not the perpetrator," says one supervisor. Thousands sign petitions, and Dist. Atty. Rackauckas says he plans to appeal the sentence. POLITICS California may shield immigrants facing drug charges from deportation

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O.C. judge who gave child molester reduced sentence is asked to resign

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 12:15:08

«He must have forgotten that his job is to protect the victim, not the perpetrator," says one supervisor. Thousands sign petitions, and Dist. Atty. Rackauckas says he plans to appeal the sentence. Business Four largest states have sharp disparities in access to healthcare

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O.C. judge who gave child molester reduced sentence is asked to resign

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 12:30:11

«He must have forgotten that his job is to protect the victim, not the perpetrator," says one supervisor. Thousands sign petitions, and Dist. Atty. Rackauckas says he plans to appeal the sentence. Business Texas, Florida lag behind N.Y., California in access to healthcare

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Could video affect verdict?

CNN  10/Apr/2015 12:45:02

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Record Tide of Refugees Will Strain EU

Wall Street Journal  10/Apr/2015 13:10:09

Brussels Beat: Europe’s asylum system faces a major test, as a record number of refugees are expected to attempt the dangerous trip to safety from war-torn regions.

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Homes shredded

CNN  10/Apr/2015 13:20:03

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Obama suggests Cuba may soon be off terror list

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 13:20:10

Cuba’s removal from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism would likely lead to a restoration of diplomatic ties and the opening of embassies in Havana and Washington.

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Obama suggests Cuba may soon be off terror list

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 13:30:10

Cuba’s removal from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism would likely lead to a restoration of diplomatic ties and the opening of embassies in Havana, D.C.

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Water officials uncertain about just how tough to get with users

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 14:00:12

It's long been said that a get-tough approach beats asking for voluntarily cutbacks. «I don't think there's one silver bullet," an expert says, «but we really, really do need to revise rates." Great Reads Kern County sheriff a defiant California maverick on immigration

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Water officials uncertain about just how tough to get with users

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 14:50:10

It's long been said that a get-tough approach beats asking for voluntarily cutbacks. «I don't think there's one silver bullet," an expert says, «but we really, really do need to revise rates." L.A. Now 'Disturbing' video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit

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’Like a Bomb Went Off’: Deadly Tornado Levels Illinois Town

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 15:05:07

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Clinton to launch presidential bid on Sunday

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 15:40:08

The announcement will come via social media and a video, two people familiar with her plans told The Post.

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Clinton to launch presidential bid on Sunday

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 15:50:07

The announcement will come via social media and a video, and she is then expected to travel to Iowa, two people familiar with her plans told The Post.

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Water officials uncertain about just how tough to get with users

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 16:20:13

It's long been said that a get-tough approach beats asking for voluntarily cutbacks. «I don't think there's one silver bullet," an expert says, «but we really, really do need to revise rates." Nation Now Hillary Clinton to announce run for presidency on Sunday

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Water officials uncertain about just how tough to get with users

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 16:30:15

It's long been said that a get-tough approach beats asking for voluntarily cutbacks. «I don't think there's one silver bullet," an expert says, «but we really, really do need to revise rates." Politics Now Hillary Clinton to announce run for presidency on Sunday

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G.E. to RetreatFrom Financein Post-CrisisReorganizationNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 16:50:03

General Electric plans to sell off most of its finance arm, redefining the multinational conglomerate as it seeks to complete a transformation begun amid the tumult of the financial crisis.

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’Absolutely Devastated’: Twister Wipes Illinois Town Off Map

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 17:00:09

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Fresh start?

CNN  10/Apr/2015 17:05:03

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In Post-CrisisOverhaul, G.E.Will RetreatFrom FinanceNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 17:05:06

General Electric plans to sell off most of its finance arm, redefining the multinational conglomerate as it seeks to complete a transformation begun amid the tumult of the financial crisis.

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'Taser! Taser! Taser!' a possible clue in dashboard camera video

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 17:25:10

Shouts just after a routine traffic stop raise questions about whether the officer accused of murder tried to use the non-lethal weapon and whether a chase should have ensued. Nation S.C. state police were suspicious of N. Charleston officer before video

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Martial Raysse Gets His Due

Wall Street Journal  10/Apr/2015 17:50:09

France’s Martial Raysse, whose art has sold at auction well into five figures, is enjoying a major exhibition at Venice’s Palazzo Grassi.

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'Taser! Taser! Taser!' a possible clue in dashboard camera video

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 18:10:08

Shouts just after a routine traffic stop in North Charleston raise questions about whether the officer accused of murder tried to use the non-lethal weapon and whether a chase should have ensued. Nation S.C. state police were suspicious of N. Charleston officer before video

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French Cycling Fans Strive to Keep Cobbles

Wall Street Journal  10/Apr/2015 18:30:09

This Sunday will be the 113th running of the Paris-Roubaix bike race. A small army of volunteers has been working to make sure cobblestone stretches of the race’s route are preserved.

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 18:45:11

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. Nation 'Taser! Taser! Taser!' a possible clue in dashboard camera video

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G.E. to Retreat From Finance in Post-Crisis ReorganizationNYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 18:50:04

G.E. will sell most of its finance arm, focusing on its core industrial operations as it completes a transformation begun during the financial crisis.

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Clinton to launch presidential bid on Sunday

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 19:40:09

The announcement will come via social media and a video, and she is then expected to travel to Iowa, three people familiar with her plans told The Post.

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 19:55:09

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. L.A. Now 'Disturbing' video shows deputies beating man after horse pursuit

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 20:05:10

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. L.A. Now Deputies should be fired for beating son in horse pursuit, mom says

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 20:20:09

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. L.A. Now Deputies should be fired for beating son after horse pursuit, mom says

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Hillary Clinton to give 2016 race a jolt with announcement set for Sunday

The Guardian  10/Apr/2015 20:25:06

Former secretary of state expected to shun frills as she makes her candidacy official with a tweet on Sunday before a campaign tour of Iowa next week

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In Post-Crisis Overhaul, G.E. Will Retreat From Finance NYT Now

New York Times  10/Apr/2015 20:30:04

G.E. will sell most of its finance arm, focusing on its core industrial operations as it completes a transformation begun during the financial crisis.

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Building ties?

CNN  10/Apr/2015 20:50:03

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Obama, Castro to hold bilateral meeting Saturday

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 21:00:13

The planned conversation on the margins of the Summit of the Americas will be the first such encounter between the U.S. and Cuba in more than half a century.

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Obama, Castro talk by phone ahead of summit

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 22:10:08

The leaders will hold a meeting on the margins of the Summit of the Americas, the first such encounter between the two nations in more than 50 years.

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 22:25:11

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. L.A. Now 10 San Bernardino deputies placed on leave after videotaped beating

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South Carolina shooting case will head to a grand jury

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 22:40:10

'My role is to hold accountable those who harm others unlawfully, regardless of profession,' prosecutor Scarlett Wilson said in a prepared statement. The soonest the case could be presented is May 4. L.A. Now 10 San Bernardino deputies placed on leave after beating caught on video

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10 San Bernardino deputies placed on leave after beating caught on video

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 22:46:32

TV news video shows sheriff's deputies beating and kicking a suspect. 'I am disturbed and troubled by what I see,' Sheriff John McMahon says. L.A. Now Why police pursuits can have such ugly endings

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10 deputies put on leave after beating caught on video

Los Angeles Times  10/Apr/2015 23:05:24

TV news video shows San Bernadino sheriff's deputies beating and kicking a suspect. 'I am disturbed and troubled by what I see,' Sheriff John McMahon says. San Bernardino sheriff’s beating video: Use-of-force experts weigh in

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How Many Times Has Hillary Clinton Hinted at a 2016 Presidential Run?

NBC News  10/Apr/2015 23:35:07

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Obama, Castro to meet on sidelines of summit

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 23:35:08

The leaders will hold a meeting on the margins of the Summit of the Americas, the first such encounter between the two nations in more than 50 years.

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U.S. looks to skirt encryption, raising concerns

Washingtonpost  10/Apr/2015 23:55:09

As officials consider ways to get data for criminal and security investigations, privacy advocates say attempts to bypass encryption on digital devices will create vulnerabilities for hackers to exploit.

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