The headline news from June 22, 2015

The archive of all headlines from June 22, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 00:00:11

The comments by California Rep. Devin Nunes and presidential candidate Rick Santorum on Sunday talk shows come a day after Republican presidential contenders squared off over whether the Confederate battle flag should be removed from South Carolina statehouse grounds. Nation Now

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’Be on Alert’: Police Comb N.Y. Town After Tip on Escapees

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 00:15:08

New York Prison Escape

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RepublicansTread Carefullyin ConfederateFlag Debate

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 00:30:06

Republicans have faced a precarious challenge as they seek to broaden their party’s appeal while also energizing conservatives who are uneasy about bowing to political correctness.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 01:00:11

The resort town lays claim to one of the best water conservation records in the Southland. Its history of conservation may hold lessons for other upscale communities such as Beverly Hills and Rancho Santa Fe being forced to slash hefty consumption. Nation

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RepublicansTread Carefullyin ConfederateFlag Debate

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 01:45:04

The challenge for Republicans has been great as they seek to broaden their party’s appeal while trying not to risk offending the conservative white voters who venerate the emblem.

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Charleston shootingLeader of group cited in ’Dylann Roof manifesto’ donated to top Republicans

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 03:30:09

Earl Holt, president of Council of Conservative Citizens cited on website linked to suspect, gave to 2016 candidates Cruz, Santorum, Paul and more

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RepublicansTread Carefullyin ConfederateFlag Debate

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 03:45:04

With criticism of the flag flaring after the massacre in Charleston, S.C., Republicans have faced a precarious challenge in trying to broaden their party’s appeal.

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Charleston shootingLeader of group cited in ’Dylann Roof manifesto’ donated to top Republicans

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 03:45:08

Ted Cruz will return donation from Council of Conservative Citizens president Earl Holt, who also gave to 2016 hopefuls Santorum, Paul and more

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 03:45:10

Deputies once described as 'brutal, insensitive and discriminatory' have made significant progress, civil rights advocates say. But there are still some complaints in rougher neighborhoods. CALIFORNIA

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Confederate flag is an uneasy subject for GOP

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 04:00:09

THE FIX | The flag — a symbol of racism to some, of Southern pride to others — is an issue that has tripped up many Republicans, no matter what their view.

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Charleston shootingLeader of group cited in ’Dylann Roof manifesto’ donated to top Republicans

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 04:00:10

Ted Cruz will return donation from Council of Conservative Citizens president Earl Holt, who also gave to Santorum, Paul and more

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’Be on Alert’: Police Comb Two Parts of N.Y. for Escapees

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 04:30:08

New York Prison Escape

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Focus of manhunt shifts west

CNN  22/Jun/2015 06:00:04

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Pakistan heatwave claims dozens of lives

CNN  22/Jun/2015 08:15:02

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Under Attack: Explosions, Gunfire Rock Afghan Parliament

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 09:15:07

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 09:15:09

Don Wells spotted a trail of pooling water and slowed his van. Runoff from a sprinkler gone rogue streamed down a long block of thirsty brown lawns, watering the sidewalk. CALIFORNIA

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 09:30:10

The city is taking a more aggressive tack than most. In one month, it handed out 347 of the 838 waste penalties issued by all the water districts statewide. CALIFORNIA

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Chaos in Kabul: Explosions Rock Afghan Parliament

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 11:30:07

World

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Cabin Clue? Cops Hunting Killers Swarm N.Y. Towns

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 12:00:10

New York Prison Escape

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 13:00:10

The city is taking a more aggressive tack than most. In one month, it handed out 347 of the 838 waste penalties issued by all the water districts statewide. Afghanistan & Pakistan

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Leader of group cited in ’Dylann Roof manifesto’ donated to top Republicans

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 14:30:08

Ted Cruz will return donation from Council of Conservative Citizens president Earl Holt, who FEC shows also gave to 2016 hopefuls Santorum, Paul and more

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 14:30:10

The committee's report was prompted by a Feb. 28 article in The Times that described an array of problems, including the recruitment of foster children for prostitution and workers who said the operation was spiraling out of control. Afghanistan & Pakistan

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CharlestonLeader of group cited in ’Dylann Roof manifesto’ donated to top Republicans

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 14:45:07

Ted Cruz will return donation from Council of Conservative Citizens president Earl Holt, who FEC shows also gave to 2016 hopefuls Santorum, Paul and more

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Greek crisisFinance ministers dampen hopes of breakthrough today

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 15:00:08

Greece offers concessions but signs that a breakthrough will not come before Thursday

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Greek crisisEurogroup meeting ends without a breakthrough

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 15:30:08

Greece offers concessions but signs that a breakthrough will not come before Thursday

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Key U.S. general accused of steering contract

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 15:45:07

Maj. Gen. Dana J.H. Pittard, who oversaw the training of Iraqi forces to fight the Islamic State, was reprimanded and could be demoted for steering a defense contract to a firm run by two of his former classmates.

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Greek crisisEurogroup meeting ends without a breakthrough

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 15:45:09

Finance ministers say talks with Greece have resumed, in the hope of getting a bailout arrangement this week - but not today

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Greek crisisEurogroup meeting ends without a breakthrough

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 16:00:10

Finance ministers say talks with Greece have resumed, in the hope of getting a bailout arrangement this week - but not at tonight’s emergency leaders summit

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Key U.S. general accused of steering contract

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 16:15:09

Maj. Gen. Dana J.H. Pittard, who oversaw the training of Iraqi forces to fight the Islamic State, was reprimanded and could be demoted for steering a defense contract to a firm run by two of his former classmates at West Point.

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Cabin Clue? Searchers Find DNA From One Escaped Killer

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 16:45:05

New York Prison Escape

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Racism ‘Part ofOur DNA,’ SaysObama, CitingSlavery’s Legacy

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 17:00:05

In a wide-ranging conversation about race, President Obama said that there was no question that race relations had improved but that racism was still deeply embedded in the United States.

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Cabin Clue: Searchers Find DNA From One Escaped Killer

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 17:00:08

New York Prison Escape

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Racism ‘Part ofOur DNA,’ SaysObama, CitingSlavery Legacy

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 17:15:05

In a wide-ranging conversation about race, President Obama said that there was no question that race relations had improved but that racism was still deeply embedded in the United States.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 17:15:10

The committee's report was prompted by a Feb. 28 article in The Times that described an array of problems, including the recruitment of foster children for prostitution and workers who said the operation was spiraling out of control. CALIFORNIA

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Greek crisisEurozone finance chief says more time needed for negotiations

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 18:15:08

As Eurogroup meeting breaks up after an hour, Jeroen Dijsselbloem says Greek reform proposals are a good basis for further discussions

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Greek crisisEurozone creditors raise hopes of Greek bailout deal

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 18:30:09

Eurogroup agrees to develop first ’detailed and credible’ plan from Athens in five months of wrangling to help avert bankruptcy

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 18:45:09

The committee's report was prompted by a Feb. 28 article in The Times that described an array of problems, including the recruitment of foster children for prostitution and workers who said the operation was spiraling out of control. Nation

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Supremacist leader donated to GOP candidates

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 19:45:07

The head of a group cited by accused Charleston, S.C., gunman Dylann Roof made thousands of dollars in campaign contributions to prominent Republican candidates, including three who are running for president.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 19:45:09

The debate continues to gain momentum as civil rights activists, President Obama and even the last GOP presidential candidate, Mitt Romney, all call for the flag to be taken down at the state capitol. Nation Now

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Campaigns vow to return funds to supremacist

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 20:00:08

The head of the Council of Conservative Citizens, which was cited by accused gunman Dylann Roof, made thousands of dollars in contributions to GOP candidates, including three who are running for president.

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South Carolina moves toward united front in battle over Confederate flag

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 20:15:08

Pressure to remove flag from state capitol intensifies as politicians and activists say it continues to inflame racial tensions in the wake of Charleston shooting

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Haley, Graham to Call for Removal of Confederate Flag: Sources

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 20:45:07

Charleston Church Shooting

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GOP candidates vow to return funds to supremacist

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 20:45:08

The head of the Council of Conservative Citizens, which was cited by accused gunman Dylann Roof, donated thousands to Republican campaigns.

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Scott Walker to forfeit donations from group cited in Dylann Roof ’manifesto’

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 20:45:09

Presidential hopeful joins Ted Cruz and Rick Santorum as latest Republican to give up money from group that may have influenced Charleston church shooter

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Haley, Graham to Call for Confederate Flag Removal: Sources

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 21:00:08

Charleston Church Shooting

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Gov. Haley to call for removal of Confederate flag

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 21:00:09

The South Carolina governor plans to call for the removal of the flag on statehouse grounds, two senior lawmakers said, signaling a significant shift in her position.

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Sources: Haley, Graham to Call for Confederate Flag Removal

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 21:15:06

Charleston Church Shooting

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Gov. Haley to call for removal of Confederate flag

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 21:15:07

The South Carolina governor and Sen. Lindsey Graham plan to call for the removal of the flag on statehouse grounds, signaling a significant shift for Republican leaders on the issue.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 21:45:08

The debate continues to gain momentum as Gov. Nikki Haley meets with legislative leaders to find a way to remove the banner flying at the state capitol that has been denounced as a racist symbol. Nation Now

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South CarolinaGovernorExpected to Askto Remove Flag

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 22:15:03

Gov. Nikki R. Haley and Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina will call for the removal of a Confederate flag from the state capitol grounds after the massacre in Charleston, S.C., led to calls to remove it, according to people briefed on their decisions.

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South CarolinaGovernor UrgesConfederateFlag’s Removal

New York Times  22/Jun/2015 22:30:06

Gov. Nikki Haley of South Carolina on Monday called for the removal of a Confederate battle flag from the State Capitol grounds after the suspect in the Charleston church attack was seen brandishing that flag in widely circulated pictures.

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S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley Calls for Removal of Confederate Flag

NBC News  22/Jun/2015 22:30:09

Charleston Church Shooting

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Gov. Haley calls for removal of Confederate flag

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 22:30:10

The South Carolina governor and other state leaders have called for the removal of the flag on statehouse grounds, signaling a significant shift for many Republicans on the issue.

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Breaking newsSouth Carolina governor calls for removal of Confederate flag

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 22:30:11

Governor Nikki Haley makes abrupt about-face in wake of Charleston killings to call for removal of flag that has flown on statehouse grounds for 50 years

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 22:30:13

Gov. Nikki Haley joins a growing list of state and national political leaders and civil rights activists who say the flag is a racist symbol. Nation Now

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Gov. Haley calls for removal of Confederate flag

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 22:45:07

The South Carolina Republican added a powerful voice to the growing chorus of calls for the flag’s removal from the state’s Capitol grounds after a gunman shot and killed nine people inside the Emanuel AME Church last week in Charleston.

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South Carolina governor calls for removal of Confederate flag

The Guardian  22/Jun/2015 22:45:08

Governor Nikki Haley makes abrupt about-face in wake of Charleston killings to call for removal of flag that has flown on statehouse grounds for 50 years

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 22:45:10

Gov. Nikki Haley joins a growing list of state and national political leaders and civil rights activists who say the flag is a racist symbol. latimes.com

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S.C. governor: Confederate flag should be moved

Washingtonpost  22/Jun/2015 23:00:08

Republican Gov. Nikki Haley added a powerful voice to the growing chorus of calls for the flag’s removal from the state’s Capitol grounds after a gunman shot and killed nine people at the Emanuel AME Church last week in Charleston.

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 23:00:11

Gov. Nikki Haley joins a growing list of state and national political leaders and civil rights activists who say the flag is a racist symbol. Nation Now

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Los Angeles Times  22/Jun/2015 23:15:08

Gov. Nikki Haley Haley calls on the Legislature to act to change an existing law that allows the battle flag to fly on state grounds. That debate could go through the summer, she says. Nation Now

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