The headline news from April 19, 2017

The archive of all headlines from April 19, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 00:00:13

The suspect, who shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before surrendering, expressed hatred toward white people and the government, police say. 'Too early to say whether or not this involves terrorism,' Police Chief Jerry Dyer says.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 00:30:12

The suspect, who shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before surrendering, expressed hatred toward white people and the government, police say. 'Too early to say whether or not this involves terrorism,' Police Chief Jerry Dyer says.Suspect in Fresno shooting rampage spoke about racial conflict and black nationalism

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 01:00:14

A Fresno man known for advocating black separatism and making militant comments on social media shoots and kills three people in downtown Fresno before surrendering to authorities and uttering the phrase, 'Allahu akbar.'Suspect in Fresno shooting rampage spoke about racial conflict and black nationalism

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Here’s Why Trump Cares So Much About Tuesday’s Election

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 02:15:06

Democrats vs. Trump

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Here’s Why Trump Cares So Much About Today’s Election in Georgia

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 02:30:08

Democrats vs. Trump

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 02:45:18

The L.A. County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a public energy program they say will increase clean energy use and help reduce power bills by as much as 5% below Edison’s costs. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 04:30:11

If his claim is correct, it is believed he would be the first person with protected status under President Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, to be deported under President Trump. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 07:15:12

If his claim is correct, it is believed he would be the first person with protected status under President Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, to be deported under President Trump. Politics

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Democrat Falls Short in Georgia Election, Now Headed to Runoff

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 07:30:10

Democrats vs. Trump

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Georgia House Race Democrats Hoped to Win Goes to Runoff

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 07:45:20

The Democrat, Jon Ossoff, narrowly missed winning outright an election for the seat vacated by Tom Price, the health secretary, in a historically conservative district. He will face Karen Handel, the top Republican vote-getter, in a June runoff.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 07:45:30

The Democrat narrowly missed the 50%-plus-one-vote mark that would have given him the seat outright. He faces a former Georgia secretary of state in the runoff. CALIFORNIA

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Democrat Just Misses Victory in Georgia House Race

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 08:15:06

The Democrat, Jon Ossoff, narrowly missed winning outright an election for the seat vacated by Tom Price, the health secretary, in a historically conservative district. He will face Karen Handel, the top Republican vote-getter, in a June runoff.

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Democrat Falls Short in Georgia Election Now Headed to Runoff

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 08:15:07

Democrats vs. Trump

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Iran nuclear deal Trump administration approves agreement but review looms

The Guardian  19/Apr/2017 08:15:08

White House certifies Tehran’s compliance but Rex Tillerson says a review will establish whether agreement is in US interests

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Democrat Just Misses Victory in Georgia House Race

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 08:30:10

Jon Ossoff had hoped to avert a runoff by energizing liberals in a district that had not elected a Democrat since the Carter years. The race was seen as an early referendum on President Trump. He will face Karen Handel, the top Republican vote-getter, in a June runoff.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 11:45:55

If his claim is correct, it is believed he would be the first person with protected status under President Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, to be deported under President Trump. Politics

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 12:15:23

Botanists in recent years have documented insect and disease infestations as they’ve hop-scotched about the region, devastating Griffith Park’s sycamores and destroying over 100,000 willows in San Diego County’s Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, for example. CALIFORNIA

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Democrat Just Misses Victory in Georgia House Race

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 12:30:29

Jon Ossoff had hoped to avert a runoff by energizing liberals in a district that had not elected a Democrat since the Carter years. The race was seen as an early referendum on President Trump. Mr. Ossoff will face Karen Handel, the top Republican vote-getter, in a June runoff.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 12:30:36

Botanists in recent years have documented insect and disease infestations as they’ve hop-scotched about the region, devastating Griffith Park’s sycamores and destroying over 100,000 willows in San Diego County’s Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, for example.Los Angeles State Historic Park is about to open after 16 years of delays

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 13:15:14

Massachusetts prison officials say former NFL star Aaron Hernandez has hanged himself in his cell and pronounced dead at a hospital. He was 27. CALIFORNIA

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Georgia special election Democrat falling just short of 50% seen as test of Trump

The Guardian  19/Apr/2017 13:30:39

Jon Ossoff will face Republican Karen Handel in runoff on 20 June for seat congressional seat left vacant by health secretary Tom Price

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 13:30:42

Officials say Hernandez was found hanged in his cell just after 3 a.m. Authorities tried to revive the former New England Patriots tight end. He was pronounced dead at the hospital at 4:07 a.m. CALIFORNIA

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Georgia special election Jon Ossof eyes runoff after just missing outright win

The Guardian  19/Apr/2017 13:45:10

The Democrat will face Republican Karen Handel in runoff on 20 June for congressional seat left vacant by Trump health secretary Tom Price

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Georgia special election Jon Ossoff eyes runoff after narrowly missing outright win

The Guardian  19/Apr/2017 14:00:22

The Democrat will face Republican Karen Handel in runoff on 20 June for congressional seat left vacant by Trump health secretary Tom Price

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Ex-Patriots Star Aaron Hernandez Found Dead in Prison Cell

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 14:16:08

Aaron Hernandez

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 15:00:12

Officials say Hernandez was found hanged in his cell just after 3 a.m. Authorities tried to revive the former New England Patriots tight end, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital at 4:07 a.m. CALIFORNIA

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 17:30:24

Officials say Hernandez was found hanged in his cell just after 3 a.m. Authorities tried to revive the former New England Patriots tight end, but he was pronounced dead at the hospital at 4:07 a.m. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 17:45:25

Botanists in recent years have documented insect and disease infestations as they’ve hop-scotched about the region, devastating Griffith Park’s sycamores and destroying over 100,000 willows in San Diego County’s Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, for example. The trees that make Southern California shady and green are dying. Fast.

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U.S. May Not Be Able to Shoot Down N. Korean Missiles: Experts

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 18:30:15

U.S. news

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 20:00:12

Botanists in recent years have documented insect and disease infestations as they’ve hop-scotched about the region, devastating Griffith Park’s sycamores and destroying over 100,000 willows in San Diego County’s Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, for example.

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 20:15:14

The expanse of 1,500 trees, grassy hills, picnic areas and wildlife habitat will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday. Sports Now

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O’Reilly Out at Fox News as Harassment Claims Pile Up

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 20:45:04

Bill O’Reilly’s ouster brings an abrupt, embarrassing end to his two-decade reign as one of the most popular and influential commentators in television.Advertisers fled his show and public protests flared after a Times investigation revealed that 21st Century Fox paid $13 million to resolve sexual harassment claims against him.

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Bill O’Reilly Officially Out at Fox News

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 20:45:06

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 20:45:11

'After a thorough and careful review of the allegations, the Company and Bill O’Reilly have agreed that Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to the Fox News Channel,' 21st Century Fox said in a statement. CALIFORNIA

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O’Reilly Out at Fox News as Harassment Claims Pile Up

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 21:00:08

Bill O’Reilly’s ouster brings an abrupt, embarrassing end to his two-decade reign as one of the most popular and influential commentators in television.Advertisers fled his show and public protests flared after a Times investigation revealed payouts of $13 million to resolve claims of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior against him.

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Bill O’Reilly Is Out: Harassment Claims Sink Fox’s Ratings King

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 21:00:09

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 21:00:13

'After a thorough and careful review of the allegations, the Company and Bill O’Reilly have agreed that Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to the Fox News Channel,' 21st Century Fox said in a statement.Fox News ratings could drop 25% with the loss of Bill O'Reilly, its biggest star

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O’Reilly Out at Fox News as Harassment Claims Pile Up

New York Times  19/Apr/2017 21:15:17

Bill O’Reilly’s ouster brings an abrupt, embarrassing end to his two-decade reign as one of the most popular and influential commentators in television.Advertisers fled his show and public protests flared after a Times investigation revealed payouts of $13 million to resolve claims against him of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior.

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Fox News Bill O’Reilly out after sexual harassment claims and ad boycott

The Guardian  19/Apr/2017 21:15:22

21st Century Fox board says company and O’Reilly agreed he would not return to network as critics denounce ‘industrial-scale harassment’

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 21:30:09

Tucker Carlson, who joined the network’s weekday line-up last year and moved to fill Megyn Kelly’s time period in January, will replace O'Reilly.Fox News ratings could drop 25% with the loss of Bill O'Reilly, its biggest star

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Bill O’Reilly Is Out: Harassment Claims Sink Fox News Star

NBC News  19/Apr/2017 22:00:08

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 22:30:14

Fox News has paid $13 million in settlements against women who have accused O’Reilly of sexual harassment or abusive behavior. As a result, advertisers moved their spots out of 'The O’Reilly Factor,' which has the highest ratings in cable news.Fox News ratings could drop 25% with the loss of Bill O'Reilly, its biggest star

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Los Angeles Times  19/Apr/2017 23:15:14

Fox News has paid $13 million in settlements against women who have accused O’Reilly of sexual harassment or abusive behavior. As a result, advertisers moved their spots out of 'The O’Reilly Factor,' which has the highest ratings in cable news. Fox News ratings could drop 25% with the loss of Bill O’Reilly, its biggest star

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