The headline news from June 13, 2016

The archive of all headlines from June 13, 2016, organized by time of publication.

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FBI: Nightclub shooter investigated but was not being watched

CNN  13/Jun/2016 01:45:02

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 02:00:41

The suspect, who was arrested by Santa Monica police, is identified as James Howell of Indiana. Police say they found several weapons and a lot of ammunition as well as an ingredient that could be used to make a pipe bomb.

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 02:15:02

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At Time of Attack, Gunman Pledged Allegiance to ISIS

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 02:15:04

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a U.S. citizen, had been investigated twice by the F.B.I. for possible connections to terrorism, but no ties could be confirmed.Fifty people were killed and 53 wounded in the shooting at a crowded gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday morning.

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FBI: Nightclub shooter investigated but was not being watched

CNN  13/Jun/2016 02:45:02

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Terror in Orlando: What We Know About the Nightclub Massacre

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 03:15:06

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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LiveOrlando shooting: Obama condemns ‘act of terror and hate’ after 50 killed in attack on LGBT club

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 03:30:07

Gunman identified as 29-year-old American citizen Omar Mateen

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 03:30:22

Live updates: The gunman, who legally purchased an assault rifle and handgun, as well as another 'device' before carrying out the shooting, has been identified as Omar Mateen. Investigators are operating under the theory that the attack was inspired by Islamic State.SEE THE STORY

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Officials: Club shooter pledged loyalty to ISIS during attack

CNN  13/Jun/2016 03:45:02

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 04:00:03

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Officials: Club shooter pledged loyalty to ISIS during attack

CNN  13/Jun/2016 04:30:03

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 04:45:02

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LiveOrlando shooting: ’it’s way too easy to kill people in America,’ says Congressman, as 50 die in attack

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 05:45:10

Gunman identified as 29-year-old American citizen Omar Mateen

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Gunman Omar Mateen Described as Belligerent and Racist

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 07:30:05

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Questions over how suspect Omar Mateens was on FBI’s radar but could buy guns

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 07:45:05

Omar Mateen was investigated at least twice for suspected terrorist sympathies but no evidence of wrongdoing was found

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Gunman Omar Mateen Described as Belligerent, Racist, and ’Toxic’

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 08:00:06

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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At Time of Attack, Gunman Pledged Allegiance to ISIS

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 08:15:03

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a U.S. citizen, had been investigated twice by the F.B.I. for possible connections to terrorism, but no ties could be confirmed.Fifty people were killed and 53 wounded in the shooting at a crowded gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday.

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Killer called 911 to express allegiance to ISIS, officials say

CNN  13/Jun/2016 09:00:03

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Gay club attackOrlando gunman bought weapons despite being on FBI radar

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 09:45:05

Omar Mateen was investigated at least twice for suspected terrorist sympathies but no evidence of wrongdoing was found

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 10:45:01

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Attacker Had Been Investigated by F.B.I.

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 10:45:03

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a U.S. citizen, had been investigated twice by the F.B.I. for possible connections to terrorism, but no ties could be confirmed.Fifty people were killed and 53 wounded in the shooting at a crowded gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday.

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Killer called 911 to express allegiance to ISIS, officials say

CNN  13/Jun/2016 11:00:03

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Florida Attacker Had Been Investigated for Ties to Terrorism

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 11:15:17

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a U.S. citizen, had been investigated twice by the F.B.I. for possible connections to terrorism, but no ties could be confirmed.Fifty people were killed and 53 wounded in the shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday.

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 11:30:03

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Suspected Terror Ties Didn’t Stop Gunman’s Weapon Purchase

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 11:30:06

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Killer called 911 to express allegiance to ISIS, officials say

CNN  13/Jun/2016 11:45:02

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 12:00:03

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Florida Attacker Had Been Investigated for Ties to Terrorism

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 12:15:03

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a U.S. citizen, had been investigated by the F.B.I. for possible connections to terrorism, but no ties could be confirmed.Fifty people were killed and 53 wounded at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday. The gunman was killed.

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Killer called 911 to express allegiance to ISIS, officials say

CNN  13/Jun/2016 12:30:04

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Suspected Terror Ties Didn’t Stop Gunman’s Weapons Purchase

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 12:30:06

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 14:00:03

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Killer called 911 to express allegiance to ISIS, officials say

CNN  13/Jun/2016 14:15:02

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Florida Attacker Had Been Investigated for Ties to Terrorism

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 14:30:19

The gunman who attacked an Orlando, Fla., nightclub early Sunday was identified as Omar Mateen, a 29-year-old U.S. citizen.Forty-nine other people died, 53 were wounded, and the gunman was killed by the police.He called 911 during his assault to declare allegiance to the Islamic State.

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Killer talked with crisis negotiators during Orlando attack

CNN  13/Jun/2016 14:45:02

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Orlando terror attackHillary Clinton calls for renewed assault weapons ban: they’re a ’weapon of war’

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 15:15:06

Clinton called for the reinstatement of ‘commonsense gun safety reform’ in the wake of the worst mass shooting in US history at a gay nightclub in Florida

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 15:30:02

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Why FBI Flags Didn’t Block Gunman’s Weapons Purchase

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 15:30:12

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Killer talked with crisis negotiators during Orlando attack

CNN  13/Jun/2016 15:45:02

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Gunman Was ’Cool and Calm’ During Negotiations: Officials

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 15:45:05

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Hillary Clinton calls for renewed assault weapons ban: they’re a ’weapon of war’

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 16:30:35

Clinton called for the reinstatement of ‘commonsense gun safety reform’ in the wake of the worst mass shooting in US history at a gay nightclub in Florida

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CNN  13/Jun/2016 17:00:03

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Attacker Invoked ISIS; Most Victims Are Identified

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 17:00:04

The gunman who attacked an Orlando, Fla., nightclub early Sunday was identified as Omar Mateen, a 29-year-old U.S. citizen.Forty-nine other people died, 53 were wounded, and the gunman was killed by the police.He called 911 during his assault to declare allegiance to the Islamic State.

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VICTIMS:

CNN  13/Jun/2016 17:15:03

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Killer talked with crisis negotiators during Orlando attack

CNN  13/Jun/2016 17:30:04

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Attacker Invoked ISIS; Most Victims Are Identified

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 17:30:14

The police in Orlando, Fla., described three encounters with the gunman over three hours. He was identified as Omar Mateen, a U.S. citizen.Mr. Mateen’s talk of explosives spurred the police’s decision to start the rescue operation, the police chief said.Investigators are trying to determine whether Mr. Mateen, who declared allegiance to the Islamic State, acted alone.

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Portrait of a Killer: Who Was the Orlando Gunman?

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 17:45:04

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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VICTIMS:

CNN  13/Jun/2016 18:00:04

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 18:01:24

Live updates: The president says there is no clear evidence indicating 29-year-old Omar Mateen was directed by anyone else to mount the attack, adding that it appears the gunman was inspired by extremist information disseminated online.SEE THE STORY

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Official: Store refused to sell shooter military-grade protection

CNN  13/Jun/2016 18:15:02

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Attacker Invoked ISIS; Most Victims Are Identified

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 18:30:05

The police in Orlando, Fla., described three encounters with the gunman over three hours. He was identified as Omar Mateen, a U.S. citizen.Mr. Mateen’s talk of explosives spurred the police’s decision to start the rescue operation, the police chief said.

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 19:00:07

This phase of the investigation -- a deep dive into Omar Mateen's planning, contacts, communications and other evidence -- will take at least a few weeks.SEE THE STORY

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Orlando Victims Remembered for Their Courage, Passion, Pride

NBC News  13/Jun/2016 19:30:05

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Rampage Leaves 49 Dead; F.B.I. Had Investigated Suspect

New York Times  13/Jun/2016 20:15:08

The gunman, identified as Omar Mateen, a U.S. citizen, invoked ISIS during a three-hour standoff with the police in Orlando, Fla.Mr. Mateen was the subject of an F.B.I. inquiry after he claimed to have links to Al Qaeda.

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 20:30:10

Live updates: Orlando gunman Omar Mateen's statements add 'confusion' about his inspiration for the attack, because he had expressed loyalty to Islamist groups and figures that are opposed to each other.SEE THE STORY

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Obama and FBI confirm Pulse nightclub shooter was radicalized on the internet

The Guardian  13/Jun/2016 21:30:05

James Comey says Omar Mateen was inspired ‘by foreign terrorist organizations’ but there is no evidence of a link to a foreign network

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Victims of Orlando attack came from all walks of life

CNN  13/Jun/2016 22:30:02

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MASSACRE

CNN  13/Jun/2016 22:45:01

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Victims of Orlando attack came from all walks of life

CNN  13/Jun/2016 23:00:03

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MASSACRE

CNN  13/Jun/2016 23:15:01

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Los Angeles Times  13/Jun/2016 23:15:08

Live updates: Orlando gunman Omar Mateen's statements add 'confusion' about his inspiration for the attack, because he had expressed loyalty to Islamist groups and figures that are opposed to each other. The victims came from all over the country, from Hawaii to New York.SEE THE STORY NATION

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Victims of Orlando attack came from all walks of life

CNN  13/Jun/2016 23:30:04

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