The headline news from June 23, 2016

The archive of all headlines from June 23, 2016, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 00:15:09

The dire estimate offered by federal officials brings the loss of trees since 2010 to at least 66 million, a number that is expected to increase considerably throughout the year, despite an average winter of rain and snow that brought some relief to urban Californians. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 01:00:11

The dire estimate offered by federal officials brings the loss of trees since 2010 to at least 66 million, a number that is expected to increase considerably throughout the year, despite an average winter of rain and snow that brought some relief to urban Californians. EUROPE

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 02:00:12

The dire estimate offered by federal officials brings the loss of trees since 2010 to at least 66 million, a number that is expected to increase considerably throughout the year, despite an average winter of rain and snow that brought some relief to urban Californians. L.A. Now

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Gun controlHouse Democrats stage sit-in protest to demand vote

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 02:45:06

Civil rights leader John Lewis, 76, says ‘We have been too quiet for too long’ as the moment was broadcast via Periscope after TV cameras were turned off

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 02:45:08

The Los Angeles County district attorney's office says new evidence was uncovered that raises doubts about his guilt. Politics

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Gun controlHouse Democrats stage sit-in to demand vote

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 04:30:07

Civil rights leader John Lewis, 76, says ‘We have been too quiet for too long’ as the moment was broadcast via Periscope after TV cameras were turned off

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Chaos in House as G.O.P. Tries to End Sit-In by Democrats

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 05:00:04

Dozens of lawmakers sat on the floor of the House chamber before a weeklong recess, effectively halting legislative activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”After Republicans cut off the microphones and the live C-Span feed, Democrats enlisted the Periscope live-stream feature of Twitter to overcome the blackout.

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LiveChaos in the House as Democrats continue sit-in over gun control

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 05:15:07

Day’s presidential campaigning upstaged by raucous scenes in Congress as Speaker Paul Ryan is drowned out by chants from representatives demanding action on mass shootings

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 05:15:10

The scene, including chants of 'No bill, no break!' was like nothing that has occurred in Congress in recent years, more reminiscent of the civil rights battles of the 1960s than today's often predictably scripted debates. L.A. Now

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Chaos in House as G.O.P. Tries to End Sit-In by Democrats

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 05:30:06

Lawmakers sat on the floor of the House chamber to attempt to force a vote on gun legislation, effectively halting any other activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”After Republicans cut off the microphones and the live C-Span feed, Democrats enlisted the Periscope live-stream feature of Twitter to overcome the blackout.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 05:30:11

The scene, including chants of 'No bill, no break!' was like nothing that has occurred in Congress in recent years, more reminiscent of the civil rights battles of the 1960s than today's often predictably scripted debates.Watch live: House Democrats pledge to stay all night

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 06:15:09

The scene, including chants of 'No bill, no break!' was like nothing that has occurred in Congress in recent years, more reminiscent of the civil rights battles of the 1960s than today's often predictably scripted debates.Watch live: House Democrats pledge to stay all night #NoBillNoBreak

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Bedlam Erupts in House Floor Standoff Over Gun Control

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 06:30:04

Democrats sat on the floor of the House chamber to attempt to force a vote on gun legislation, effectively halting any other activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”After Republicans cut off the microphones and the live C-Span feed, Democrats enlisted the Periscope live-stream feature of Twitter to overcome the blackout.

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LiveDisorder in the House as Democrats continue sit-in over gun control

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 06:45:07

Day’s presidential campaigning upstaged by raucous scenes in Congress as Speaker Paul Ryan faces rebellion from representatives demanding action on mass shootings

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House Chamber Turns Raucous as Democrats Hold Historic Sit-In

NBC News  23/Jun/2016 07:00:06

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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In or out? UK votes in historic referendum on EU membership

CNN  23/Jun/2016 07:45:02

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Polls open in UK’s historic vote on whether to stay in EU

CNN  23/Jun/2016 08:15:02

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Bedlam Erupts in House Floor Standoff Over Gun Control

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 09:00:08

Democrats sat on the floor of the House chamber to attempt to force a vote on gun legislation, effectively halting any other activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”The standoff continued through early Thursday, as Speaker Paul D. Ryan contemplated adjourning the House until July 5, which would shut down the Democrats’ protest.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 09:30:12

The scene, including chants of 'No bill, no break!' was like nothing that has occurred in Congress in recent years, more reminiscent of the civil rights battles of the 1960s than today's often predictably scripted debates.At the House Democrats' gun sit-in, a shouting match broke out and lawmakers had to be separated

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No End to Gun Control Sit-In as Republicans Head Home

NBC News  23/Jun/2016 10:15:05

Orlando Nightclub Massacre

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Bedlam Erupts in House Floor Standoff Over Gun Control

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 10:30:40

Democrats sat on the floor of the House chamber to attempt to force a vote on gun legislation, effectively halting any other activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”The standoff continued until early Thursday, when Speaker Paul D. Ryan barreled over Democrats’ objections and adjourned the House, with no legislative votes scheduled until July 5.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 13:00:10

For almost every criticism Trump leveled at Hillary Clinton, a corresponding criticism could be made of Trump.How Donald Trump's speech attacking Hillary Clinton compares with the facts

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 13:45:14

Analysis: For almost every criticism Trump leveled at Hillary Clinton, a corresponding criticism could be made of Trump.How Donald Trump's speech attacking Hillary Clinton compares with the facts

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Voters hit the polls for a once in a generation decision

CNN  23/Jun/2016 14:00:03

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LiveDisorder in the House as Democrats continue sit-in over gun control

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 14:30:06

Speaker Paul Ryan faces rebellion from representatives demanding action on mass shootings

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LiveDemocrats in House of Representatives stage gun control sit-in for second day

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 14:45:08

Follow live updates of the Democrats’ sit-in of the House of Representatives to force a vote on gun reform

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Bedlam Erupts in House Floor Standoff Over Gun Control

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 15:30:07

Democrats sat on the floor of the House chamber to attempt to force a vote on gun legislation, effectively halting any other activity by chanting, “No bill, no break!”Early Thursday, Speaker Paul D. Ryan adjourned the House, with no legislative votes scheduled until July 5, but furious Democrats remained on the House floor.

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Supreme Court Upholds Texas’ Race-Conscious Admissions

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 16:30:20

The case challenged a part of the admission program at the University of Texas at Austin that takes race and ethnicity into account. The vote was 4-3. Only seven justices participated in the decision, as Justice Elena Kagan had recused herself for prior work on the case.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 16:30:26

The justices, by a 4-3 vote, ruled against a white student who was turned down by the University of Texas and claimed she was a victim of discrimination because race was a factor in the admissions process. Politics

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Supreme Court Tie Dooms Obama Immigration Policy

NBC News  23/Jun/2016 16:45:07

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 16:45:10

The justices, by a 4-3 vote, ruled against a white student who was turned down by the University of Texas and claimed she was a victim of discrimination because race was a factor in the admissions process.How UCLA is boosting campus diversity, despite the ban on affirmative action

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US supreme courtObama’s sweeping immigration plan blocked in 4-4 deadlock

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 17:00:22

Executive action to shield families from deportation remains on hold in major blow to Obama in the final months of his presidency

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 17:00:25

The Supreme Court deadlocked over the legality of President Obama's sweeping immigration plan, dealing a defeat to the White House. Supreme Court to decide if people awaiting deportation have a right to release on bond

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Supreme Court Upholds Race-Conscious Admissions Program in Texas

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 17:15:04

The case concerned a program intended to allow unauthorized immigrants who are the parents of citizens or of lawful permanent residents to apply for a program that would spare them from deportation. The 4-4 tie left in place an appeals court ruling blocking the plan, dealing a setback to an ambitious program that President Obama had hoped would become one of his central legacies.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 17:15:10

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Three Categories of Immigrants Affected

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 17:30:07

The Supreme Court’s 4-4 tie left in place an appeals court ruling blocking an order that President Obama hoped would be a central legacy. The justices’ deadlock amplifies an already contentious election-year debate over immigration and presidential power.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 17:30:12

Ventura County firefighters are racing to stop thousands of gallons of crude oil from flowing into the ocean after a leak was spotted at Prince Barranca valley, officials said. Oil spill

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 17:45:10

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Signature Element of Legacy Thwarted

New York Times  23/Jun/2016 18:00:05

The Supreme Court’s 4-4 tie left in place an appeals court ruling blocking an order that President Obama hoped would be a central legacy. The justices’ deadlock amplifies an already contentious election-year debate over immigration and presidential power.

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US supreme courtObama’s sweeping immigration plan blocked in 4-4 deadlock

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 19:30:08

Obama calls decision ‘heartbreaking’ as suspension of executive action to shield families from deportation delivers major blow in final months of presidency

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 19:45:12

The president mourned the defeat of his sweeping plan to offer deportation relief to millions of immigrants and cast the November election as a referendum on the immigration system.

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 20:00:11

The president mourned the defeat of his sweeping plan to offer deportation relief to millions of immigrants and cast the November election as a referendum on the immigration system. Morning Reportlatest headlines L.A. Now

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LiveDemocrats end gun control sit-in after nearly 26 hours

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 20:15:10

Democrats vacate House floor after marathon rally calling for vote on gun control measures

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 20:15:14

The president mourned the defeat of his sweeping plan to offer deportation relief to millions of immigrants and cast the November election as a referendum on the immigration system.Immigrant rights activists vow to keep fighting after Supreme Court deadlock

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House Democrats end gun control sit-in after 26 hours

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 20:30:12

‘We are going to win this struggle’ says John Lewis in vowing to continue fight after July Fourth recess as Republicans signal they will still oppose reform

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Los Angeles Times  23/Jun/2016 20:45:11

The president mourned the defeat of his sweeping plan to offer deportation relief to millions of immigrants and cast the November election as a referendum on the immigration system.

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LiveCounting begins in poll to decide Britain’s future

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 23:15:09

Rolling coverage of the results of the UK’s EU referendum as they come in, with reaction and analysis

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SCOTUS Punts Immigration to Next President

NBC News  23/Jun/2016 23:30:12

Immigration Reform

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Armed advocatesQueer gun group memberships surge after Orlando

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 23:30:13

Brexit or remain? Rolling coverage of the results of the UK’s EU referendum as they come in, with reaction and analysis

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Armed advocatesQueer gun group memberships surge after Orlando

The Guardian  23/Jun/2016 23:45:07

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