Nightly News Full Broadcast - April 29

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29 Apr 202421:13

Summary

TLDRIn a tragic incident in Charlotte, North Carolina, three members of a U.S. Marshals task force were killed, and five others injured, including four Charlotte police officers, during an attempt to serve a warrant. The gunfire was captured on a doorbell camera, and the local police warned residents to stay indoors as the situation unfolded. In addition to the law enforcement deaths, one suspect was found dead, and two others were being questioned. Across U.S. college campuses, protests against the Israel-Hamas conflict have led to arrests and unrest. The U.S. is urging Hamas to accept a new ceasefire offer, while concerns rise over potential arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu from the International Criminal Court. Meanwhile, severe weather, including a deadly tornado outbreak across the Central U.S., has resulted in significant loss of life and destruction. The Biden administration has announced new automatic emergency brake rules for new cars, which could help save pedestrian lives. Lastly, after saying goodbye to its giant pandas five years ago, the San Diego Zoo anticipates a new pair arriving from China this summer.

Takeaways

  • πŸ“ Three members of a U.S. Marshals task force were killed near Charlotte, North Carolina, with five others injured while attempting to serve a warrant.
  • 🚨 Eight officers were shot, including three from the U.S. Marshals task force who died, and one suspect was found dead at the scene.
  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ The U.S. is urging Hamas to accept Israel's new ceasefire offer amid concerns of an international arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu.
  • πŸš— The Biden administration is announcing new automatic emergency brake rules for new cars, which could potentially save pedestrian lives.
  • πŸŒͺ A deadly tornado outbreak across the Central U.S. resulted in at least five deaths, including a four-month-old infant, with the first EF4 tornado of the year hitting Oklahoma.
  • 🚨 New arrests and unrest on college campuses as police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters at U.T. Austin, and a massive walkout at UCLA.
  • πŸ›’ American tourists are facing detention in Turks and Caicos for possession of ammunition, with many claiming it was an accident.
  • 🏠 A new report from Bankrate suggests that renting a home is now cheaper than buying one in all 50 of the largest U.S. cities due to high mortgage rates and home prices.
  • πŸ›΄ The U.S. Department of Transportation is implementing new standards for automatic emergency brakes in cars to better protect pedestrians, especially in low-light conditions.
  • 🐼 The San Diego Zoo announces the arrival of a new pair of giant pandas from China, expected to arrive this summer.
  • πŸ“¦ A family pet cat named Galina survived aθ――adventure after being accidentally shipped by Amazon in a box returned by her owners, highlighting the importance of checking packages for stowaways.

Q & A

  • What was the incident involving police officers in Charlotte, North Carolina?

    -There was a deadly attack on police officers in Charlotte, North Carolina, where a task force attempting to serve a warrant came under gunfire. Eight officers were shot, and at least three were killed, including a deputy U.S. Marshal. One suspect was also found dead.

  • What is the situation regarding the unrest on college campuses?

    -There is growing unrest on college campuses with new arrests as police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters at U.T. Austin, a massive walkout at UCLA, and Columbia University suspending protesters who refuse to clear out.

  • What was the impact of the tornado outbreak across the Central U.S.?

    -The tornado outbreak across the Central U.S. resulted in at least five deaths, including a four-month-old infant. It included the first EF4 tornado of the year that hit Oklahoma.

  • What is the U.S.'s stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict?

    -The U.S. is turning up the pressure on Hamas to accept Israel's new ceasefire offer and is concerned about the potential for the International Criminal Court to issue an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu.

  • What new safety rules is the Biden administration announcing for new cars?

    -The Biden administration is announcing new automatic emergency brake rules for new cars, which could help save pedestrian lives.

  • What is the update regarding the pandas from the San Diego Zoo?

    -Five years after the San Diego Zoo said goodbye to its giant pandas, there is an exciting new announcement that a new pair of bears, named Yun Chuan and Xin Zao, will be arriving from China to San Diego this summer.

  • What happened to the American tourists in Turks and Caicos?

    -American tourists in Turks and Caicos are facing detainment for possession of ammunition, which they claim was accidental. Some are being prosecuted under a recent law that carries a 12-year mandatory minimum sentence.

  • What is the current cost comparison between renting and buying a home in the U.S.?

    -According to a new report from Bankrate, renting a home is now cheaper than buying one in all 50 of the largest U.S. cities due to high mortgage rates, high home prices, and low inventory.

  • What new standards for automatic emergency brakes in cars is the U.S. Department of Transportation proposing?

    -The U.S. Department of Transportation is proposing new standards for automatic emergency brakes (AEB) in all cars and light trucks within five years. The new standards will require cars to avoid collisions at up to 62 miles per hour and automatically apply the brakes at up to 45 miles per hour for pedestrians, with improved detection in both daylight and darkness.

  • What happened to the cat named Galina after she got trapped in an Amazon return box?

    -Galina, the cat, was accidentally shipped in an Amazon return box from Salt Lake City, Utah, to a packaging facility in Riverside, California. She survived without food or water for six days before being discovered by an Amazon employee who found her microchip and contacted her owners.

  • What is the current situation with the U.S. and Arab leaders regarding a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza?

    -The U.S. and Arab leaders are urgently calling for a hostage deal before Israel potentially launches a new offensive in Gaza. Israel has offered an extended ceasefire if Hamas releases vulnerable hostages, which includes women, children, the elderly, and the injured or sick.

Outlines

00:00

πŸ“ Deadly Attack on Police Officers in Charlotte, North Carolina

A violent confrontation erupted in Charlotte, North Carolina, as a task force attempted to serve a warrant, resulting in a deadly attack on police officers. Eight were shot, with at least three fatalities, including a Deputy U.S. Marshal. One suspect was killed, and there's speculation about a possible second shooter. The incident was captured on a doorbell camera, and the police chief expressed the loss of 'heroes' in the community.

05:01

🚨 Campus Unrest and Tornado Outbreaks Across the U.S.

The script covers various incidents including growing unrest on college campuses with new arrests as police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters at U.T. Austin, a massive walkout at UCLA, and Columbia University suspending protesters. Additionally, there's a deadly tornado outbreak across the Central U.S., with at least five killed, including a four-month-old infant, and the first EF4 tornado of the year hitting Oklahoma. Al Roker is on hand to track the new severe threat.

10:01

πŸ›‘ U.S. Pressure on Hamas and New Car Safety Rules

The U.S. is increasing pressure on Hamas to accept Israel's new ceasefire offer, with concerns among Israeli officials about potential arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court for Prime Minister Netanyahu. Meanwhile, the Biden administration announces new automatic emergency brake rules for new cars, which could help save pedestrian lives. There's also exciting news from the San Diego Zoo after saying goodbye to its giant pandas five years ago.

15:02

πŸŒͺ Severe Weather and Its Aftermath in the Plains

The aftermath of severe weather, including over 130 tornadoes, has left at least five people dead and a path of destruction across the Plains. Sulphur, Oklahoma, was especially hard hit with its downtown area devastated. The tornado outbreak has affected multiple states, with Sulphur's fire chief mourning the loss of a local woman. There's potential for more strong storms in the affected areas.

20:03

πŸ” U.S. Efforts for a Ceasefire and Hostage Deal

The U.S., alongside Arab leaders, is urgently working to reach a ceasefire and hostage deal before Israel potentially launches a new offensive in Gaza. The U.S. State Secretary is in Saudi Arabia, and there's a focus on reaching an agreement to save the lives of surviving hostages. Israel has offered an extended ceasefire if Hamas releases vulnerable hostages, and there's hope in recent proof of life videos.

🚫 Americans Detained in Turks and Caicos Over Ammunition

Several Americans have been detained in Turks and Caicos for possession of ammunition, which violates a recent law aimed at reducing gun violence. The detainees, who claim it was an accident, face a 12-year mandatory minimum sentence. The TSA is working on improving its detection methods after these incidents occurred despite the ammunition not being detected during airport security checks.

🏠 Renting vs. Buying: A New Housing Market Reality

A new report from Bankrate indicates that renting a home is now cheaper than buying one in all 50 of the largest U.S. cities. High mortgage rates, home prices, and low inventory have made homeownership more expensive. Despite renting being the more financially viable option currently, the potential for home appreciation, which historically contributes to wealth building, is not factored into the equation.

πŸš— Biden Administration's New Car Safety Features

The Biden administration has ordered an upgrade to the automatic brakes in new cars and introduced a new requirement to better prevent pedestrian accidents. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems will be required to avoid collisions at up to 62 miles per hour and automatically apply brakes at up to 45 miles per hour for pedestrians, with improved detection in both daylight and darkness.

🐼 Panda Diplomacy Continues with New Arrivals to San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo announces that a new pair of giant pandas will journey from China to San Diego this summer. The zoo had previously said goodbye to its giant pandas five years ago, and the new bears, named Yun Chuan and Xin Zao, are expected to be a significant addition.

🐾 Cat's Unexpected Journey in an Amazon Return Box

A cat named Galina had an unexpected adventure when she hid in a box that her owners were using to return items to Amazon. The box was sealed and shipped without them realizing Galina was inside. She traveled over 600 miles to a packaging facility in California before being found by an Amazon employee. Thanks to Galina's microchip, she was reunited with her owners after a week without food or water.

Mindmap

Keywords

πŸ’‘Deadly Attack

A violent and fatal assault that resulted in the loss of life. In the context of the video, it refers to the incident in Charlotte, North Carolina, where police officers were shot while attempting to serve a warrant, leading to the death of three individuals, including a U.S. Marshal.

πŸ’‘Task Force

A specialized group assembled to address a specific issue or problem. In the video, a task force comprised of officers from multiple agencies was involved in the deadly attack while serving a warrant, highlighting the collaborative nature of such units in law enforcement.

πŸ’‘Unrest on Campus

A state of disorder and protests within an academic setting. The video discusses growing unrest at various university campuses due to protests in support of Palestinian rights and against the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to arrests and confrontations with the police.

πŸ’‘Tornado Outbreak

A meteorological event where multiple tornadoes occur in a short period. The video mentions a deadly tornado outbreak across the Central U.S., which caused significant fatalities, including that of a four-month-old infant, and was marked by an EF4 tornado hitting Oklahoma.

πŸ’‘Cease-fire Offer

A proposal for a temporary halt in fighting during a conflict. The video discusses the U.S. increasing pressure on Hamas to accept Israel's new cease-fire offer, emphasizing international efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict.

πŸ’‘Automatic Emergency Brake Rules

Regulations requiring vehicles to be equipped with technology that can automatically apply brakes to prevent collisions. The video highlights the Biden administration's announcement of new rules aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety by improving the functionality of automatic emergency braking systems in new cars.

πŸ’‘Panda Diplomacy

The practice of sending pandas as a form of diplomatic gift or to support conservation efforts. The video mentions an exciting new announcement from the San Diego Zoo regarding the arrival of a new pair of giant pandas from China, symbolizing the continuation of panda diplomacy.

πŸ’‘Pro-Palestinian Protesters

Individuals who publicly demonstrate in support of Palestinian rights or against Israeli policies. In the video, such protesters are mentioned in the context of confrontations with police at the University of Texas, Austin, and mass walkouts at UCLA, indicating heightened tensions and activism on the issue.

πŸ’‘Severe Weather

Intense and potentially damaging atmospheric conditions, including storms and tornadoes. The video describes a severe weather event that affected the Plains and beyond, with over 130 tornadoes causing extensive destruction and loss of life.

πŸ’‘Hostage Deal

A negotiated agreement aimed at securing the release of individuals held captive. The video discusses urgent calls by the U.S. and Arab leaders to reach a hostage deal before Israel potentially launches a new offensive in Gaza, underlining the complexity of international conflict resolution.

πŸ’‘Amazon Return Mishap

An incident where a pet cat was accidentally shipped to an Amazon warehouse due to being enclosed in a box meant for return. The video recounts the story of a cat named Galina, who survived aθ――adventure after being discovered in an Amazon packaging facility, highlighting the importance of careful packaging and the role of microchips in pet recovery.

Highlights

Deadly attack on police officers in Charlotte, North Carolina, with eight shot and at least three killed, including a Deputy U.S. Marshal.

A doorbell camera captured the gunfire as a task force attempted to serve a warrant, leading to a confrontation with multiple shooters.

One suspect is dead, and police are investigating the possibility of a second shooter in the Charlotte incident.

Protests against the Israel-Hamas war lead to new arrests and clashes with police at U.T. Austin and a massive walkout at UCLA.

Columbia University suspends protesters who refuse to clear out, amidst growing unrest on campus.

A deadly tornado outbreak across the Central U.S. results in at least five deaths, including a four-month-old infant.

The U.S. is urging Hamas to accept Israel's new ceasefire offer amid concerns about potential arrest warrants for Prime Minister Netanyahu from the International Criminal Court.

The Biden administration announces new automatic emergency brake rules for new cars, which could help save pedestrian lives.

The San Diego Zoo reveals plans to welcome a new pair of giant pandas from China after saying goodbye to its previous residents five years ago.

A cat named Galina survives a 1,000-mile journey in an Amazon packaging facility after being accidentally shipped in a returned box.

The U.S. Marshals Task Force came under fire while attempting to serve a warrant, resulting in the loss of three officers near Charlotte, North Carolina.

Police Chief in Charlotte calls the fallen officers 'heroes' and details are still unfolding regarding the incident.

At least one shooting suspect was found deceased in the house where the task force was serving the warrant.

The University of Texas, Austin, and other campuses across the U.S., are dealing with protests and arrests over the Israel-Hamas conflict.

More than 130 tornadoes were reported from Thursday to Sunday, causing destruction and claiming lives in multiple states.

The U.S. is leading an urgent push for a ceasefire and hostage deal as time runs out before a potential new offensive in Gaza.

American tourists are being detained in Turks and Caicos for possession of ammunition, with many claiming the ammunition was accidentally packed.

A new report from Bankrate finds that renting a home is now cheaper than buying one in all 50 of the largest U.S. cities.

Transcripts

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TONIGHT.

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THE DEADLY ATTACK ON

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POLICE OFFICERS IN

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH

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CAROLINA.

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A DOORBELL CAM

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CAPTURING THE GUNFIRE

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ERUPTING AS MEMBERS OF

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A TASK FORCE ATTEMPTED

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TO SERVE A WARRANT.

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EIGHT SHOT.

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AT LEAST THREE KILLED.

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INCLUDING A DEPUTY

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U.S. MARSHAL.

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ONE SUSPECT DEAD, AND

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WHAT POLICE ARE SAYING

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ABOUT A POSSIBLE

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SECOND SHOOTER.

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>>> ALSO TONIGHT, THE

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GROWING UNREST ON

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CAMPUS.

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NEW ARRESTS AS POLICE

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CLASH WITH

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PRO-PALESTINIAN

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PROTESTERS AT U.T.

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AUSTIN.

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THE MASSIVE WALKOUT AT

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UCLA.

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AND AT COLUMBIA THE

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SCHOOL SUSPENDING

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PROTESTERS WHO REFUSE

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TO CLEAR OUT.

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>>> THE DEADLY TORNADO

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OUTBREAK ACROSS THE

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CENTRAL U.S.

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AT LEAST FIVE KILLED,

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INCLUDING A

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FOUR-MONTH-OLD INFANT.

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THE FIRST EF4 OF THE

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YEAR HITTING IN

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OKLAHOMA.

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AND NOW THE NEW SEVERE

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THREAT.

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AL ROKER IS HERE

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TRACKING IT.

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>>> THE U.S. TURNING

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UP THE PRESSURE ON

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HAMAS TO ACCEPT

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ISRAEL'S NEW

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CEASE-FIRE OFFER.

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AND THE CONCERNS AMONG

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ISRAELI OFFICIALS.

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COULD THE

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INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL

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COURT ISSUE AN ARREST

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WARRANT FOR PRIME

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MINISTER NETANYAHU?

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>>> OUR NBC NEWS

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EXCLUSIVE.

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THE BIDEN

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ADMINISTRATION

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ANNOUNCING NEW

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AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY

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BRAKE RULES FOR NEW

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CARS.

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HOW IT COULD SAVE

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PEDESTRIAN LIVES.

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>>> FIVE YEARS AFTER

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THE SAN DIEGO ZOO SAID

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GOOD-BYE TO ITS GIANT

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PANDAS THE EXCITING

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NEW ANNOUNCEMENT.

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>>> AND THE AMAZON

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RETURN WITH A SECRET

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STOWAWAY AND HER MORE

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THAN 1,000-MILE

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JOURNEY BACK HOME.

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>> Announcer: THIS IS

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NBC "NIGHTLY NEWS"

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WITH LESTER HOLT.

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>>> GOOD EVENING AND

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WELCOME, EVERYONE.

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THERE IS BREAKING NEWS

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TONIGHT AS WE COME ON

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THE AIR.

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THREE MEMBERS OF A

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U.S. MARSHALS TASK

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FORCE WERE SHOT AND

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KILLED TODAY NEAR

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH

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CAROLINA.

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FIVE OTHERS WERE

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WOUNDED INCLUDING FOUR

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CHARLOTTE POLICE

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OFFICERS.

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OFFICIALS SAY THEY

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CAME UNDER FIRE WHILE

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TRYING TO SERVE A

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WARRANT TODAY.

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THEY WERE ALL PART OF

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A MULTIAGENCY LAW

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ENFORCEMENT TASK

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FORCE.

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OTHER TASK FORCE

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MEMBERS CONTINUED TO

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EXCHANGE GUNFIRE WITH

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MULTIPLE SHOOTERS,

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PROMPTING LOCAL POLICE

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TO WARN RESIDENTS IN

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THE AREA TO STAY

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INDOORS AS THE

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CONFRONTATION PLAYED

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OUT.

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TONIGHT THE POLICE

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CHIEF THERE SAYING

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"TODAY WE LOST SOME

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HEROES."

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DETAILS ARE STILL

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UNFOLDING AT THIS

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HOUR.

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WCNC'S MICHELLE BOUDIN

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IS THERE.

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[ GUNFIRE ]

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>> Reporter: TODAY IN

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CHARLOTTE THIS VIDEO

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STREAMED ON FACEBOOK

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LIVE CATCHING THE

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TERRIFYING MOMENTS AS

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GUNFIRE ERUPTED.

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OFFICIALS CONFIRM

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EIGHT OFFICERS WERE

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STRUCK.

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THREE FROM THE U.S.

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MARSHALS TASK FORCE

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HAVE DIED.

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FOUR CHARLOTTE

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MECKLENBURG POLICE

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OFFICERS WERE SHOT.

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ONE REMAINS IN

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CRITICAL CONDITION.

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>> TODAY WE LOST SOME

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HEROES THAT ARE OUT

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SIMPLY TRYING TO KEEP

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OUR COMMUNITY SAFE.

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>> I ASKED SOMEBODY

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WHO WAS ON THE STREET

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WHAT HAPPENED AND HE

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SAID THEY'RE SHOOTING.

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SOMEBODY'S SHOOTING.

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>> Reporter: ACCORDING

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TO CHARLOTTE POLICE, A

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LOCAL TASK FORCE,

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QUOTE, COMPRISED OF

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OFFICERS FROM MULTIPLE

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AGENCIES WAS SERVING A

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WARRANT AT A RESIDENCE

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ON GALWAY DRIVE WHEN

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THEY WERE, QUOTE,

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ENGAGED BY ACTIVE

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GUNFIRE FROM A

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SUBJECT.

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AT LEAST ONE SHOOTING

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SUSPECT WAS FOUND

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DECEASED INSIDE THE

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HOUSE, AND POLICE SAY

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THEY ARE QUESTIONING

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TWO OTHER OCCUPANTS OF

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THAT HOME.

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>> THEY KNEW WHAT THEY

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WERE GOING INTO, AND

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STILL HELD THEIR OWN

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IN AN ATTEMPT TO

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APPREHEND THE SUSPECT.

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THEY KNEW THAT THEY

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HAD OFFICERS THAT

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NEEDED HELP, THAT

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NEEDED TO BE EXTRACTED

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FROM THAT LOCATION.

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YET THEY WENT IN, SOME

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GETTING SHOT

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THEMSELVES AS A

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RESULT.

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>> Reporter: THE MAYOR

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OF CHARLOTTE SAYING IN

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A TWEET SHE IS, QUOTE,

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DEEPLY SADDENED.

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LOCAL SCHOOLS

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TEMPORARILY WENT INTO

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LOCKDOWN, AND MANY

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SURROUNDING STREETS

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FROM CLOSED, CAUSING

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TRAFFIC DELAYS

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THROUGHOUT THE CITY.

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ACCORDING TO A FEDERAL

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OFFICIAL, THIS IS THE

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SIXTH MARSHAL TO BE

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KILLED SINCE 2011.

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>> YOU KNOW, THREE

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PEOPLE LOST THEIR

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LIVES TODAY.

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AND THE MOST THAT I

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CAN ASK OF OUR

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COMMUNITY IS THAT WE

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HONOR AND RESPECT

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THEM.

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>> ALL RIGHT.

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MICHELLE BOUDEN

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JOINING US NOW FROM

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THE SCENE.

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MICHELLE, DO WE KNOW

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WHY TASK FORCE MEMBERS

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WERE SERVING THAT

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WARRANT IN THE FIRST

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PLACE?

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>> Reporter: LESTER,

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THE POLICE CHIEF DID

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TELL US THAT THE TASK

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FORCE WENT TO THAT

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HOUSE WITH WARRANTS

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FOR SOMEONE WANTED ON

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POSSESSION OF A

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FIREARM BY A FELON.

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WE KNOW ONE SUSPECT

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DEAD, TWO OTHERS AT

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THIS POINT BEING

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QUESTIONED AT THE

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POLICE STATION.

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THEY ARE CONSIDERED

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PERSONS OF INTEREST.

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A DIFFICULT DAY HERE

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IN CHARLOTTE.

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LESTER?

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>> INDEED.

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MICHELLE, THANK YOU.

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>>> AT AMERICA'S

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COLLEGE CAMPUSES NEW

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DEADLINES, DEFIANCE

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AND ARRESTS AS

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PROTESTS AGAINST THE

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ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR

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EXPANDED EVEN MORE

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FROM COAST TO COAST.

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LIZ KREUTZ NOW WITH

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LATE DEVELOPMENTS.

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>> Reporter: TONIGHT

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AT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS

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AUSTIN POLICE ONE BY

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ONE DETAINING

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PRO-PALESTINIAN

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PROTESTERS.

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LAW ENFORCEMENT TYING

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UP THIS DEMONSTRATOR

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BY THEIR HANDS,

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DRAGGING THEM OUT OF

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THEIR ENCAMPMENT WHILE

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SCREAMING.

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>> YOU'RE CHOKING ME!

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>> Reporter: THE

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UNIVERSITY SAYS

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PROTESTERS IGNORED

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REPEATED DIRECTIVES

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FROM ADMINISTRATION

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AND THAT A MAJORITY OF

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THE PROTESTERS ARE

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BELIEVED TO BE

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UNAFFILIATED WITH THE

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SCHOOL.

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SO FAR MORE THAN 1,000

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PEOPLE HAVE BEEN

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ARRESTED SINCE THE

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DEMONSTRATIONS ACROSS

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COLLEGE CAMPUSES

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AGAINST THE WAR IN

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GAZA BEGAN.

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AT UCLA HUNDREDS OF

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STUDENTS AND FACULTY

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WALKING OUT OF CLASS

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IN SUPPORT OF THE

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PROTESTS.

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>> THESE STUDENTS SAY

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THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF

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THEM, THEY WERE NOT

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ABLE TO GET INTO THE

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ENCAMPMENT.

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SO THEY ARE NOW

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ATTEMPTING TO STORM

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ONE OF THE BUILDINGS

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HERE ON CAMPUS.

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>> Reporter: AT

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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

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SCHOOL OFFICIALS

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TELLING DEMONSTRATORS

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THE ADMINISTRATION

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WON'T AGREE TO DIVEST

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FROM ISRAEL AND THAT

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THEY MUST LEAVE THE

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ENCAMPMENT BY TODAY OR

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FACE SUSPENSION.

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>> WE DEMAND

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DIVESTMENT.

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WE WILL NOT BE MOVED

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UNLESS BY FORCE.

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>> Reporter: NBC'S

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ERIN McLAUGHLIN IS

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THERE.

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>> THAT 2:00 P.M.

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DEADLINE HAS ARRIVED

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AND THIS IS THE

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STUDENTS' RESPONSE.

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THEY'RE MARCHING

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AROUND CAMPUS.

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OVER THAT WAY IS THE

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ENCAMPMENT.

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YOU CAN SEE EVERYONE

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THERE WEARING NEON

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VESTS.

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THOSE ARE THE FACULTY

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MEMBERS, AND THEY SAY

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THEY'RE HERE TO

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PROTECT THE STUDENTS.

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>> Reporter: AS

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GRADUATION NEARS MANY

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UNIVERSITIES MAKING

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SIMILAR PLEAS TO

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STUDENTS AS THEY

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CONTINUE TO GRAPPLE

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OVER THE DEBATE

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BETWEEN FREE SPEECH

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VERSUS HATE SPEECH.

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AT USC THE PRESIDENT

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WARNING THAT IF

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PROTESTERS DON'T LEAVE

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THEIR ENCAMPMENT

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VOLUNTARILY THE

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UNIVERSITY WILL TAKE

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ACTION EARLY THIS

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WEEK.

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THIS MORNING SOME

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STUDENTS PROTESTED

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OUTSIDE THE

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PRESIDENT'S HOME.

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MEANWHILE, BACK AT

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UCLA SCHOOL OFFICIALS

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ALLOWING THEIR

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STUDENTS' ENCAMPMENT

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TO GROW AS THE

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PROTESTERS CALL FOR

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THE UNIVERSITY TO CUT

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TIES WITH ISRAEL.

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>> I THINK WE'RE

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PLANNING TO KEEP THE

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PRESSURE UP UNTIL THE

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DEMANDS ARE MET, UNTIL

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THE UC DIVESTS.

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>> Reporter: DOV

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WAXMAN IS A PROFESSOR

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OF ISRAEL STUDIES.

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HE SUPPORTS THE

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STUDENTS' RIGHT TO

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PROTEST BUT NOT THEIR

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DEMANDS.

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>> I HAPPEN TO THINK

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IT'S NOT LIKELY TO

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HAPPEN OR BE

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EFFECTIVE.

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>> AND LIZ JOINING US

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NOW FROM UCLA.

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LIZ, WHAT IS THE

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ADMINISTRATION THERE

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SAYING?

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>> Reporter: WELL,

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LESTER, SCHOOL

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OFFICIALS SAY THE

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UNIVERSITY DOES NOT

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PLAN TO DIVEST FROM

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ISRAEL.

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MEANWHILE, HERE ON

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CAMPUS PROTESTERS

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CONTINUE TO CAMP OUT

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HERE.

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AND YOU MIGHT BE ABLE

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TO HEAR IT.

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NEARBY

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COUNTERPROTESTERS HAVE

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SHOWING UP.

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THEY ARE BLARING VIDEO

06:52

FOOTAGE SHOWING THE

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ATROCITIES COMMITTED

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BY HAMAS ON OCTOBER

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7th.

06:56

LESTER?

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>> LIZ KREUTZ, THANK

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YOU.

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>>> NOW TO WAVE AFTER

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WAVE OF SEVERE WEATHER

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IN THE PLAINS AND

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BEYOND INCLUDING MORE

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THAN 130 TORNADOES

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THAT LEFT AT LEAST

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FIVE PEOPLE DEAD AND A

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PATH OF SHEER

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DESTRUCTION.

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JESSE KIRSCH IS IN

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HARD-HIT OKLAHOMA

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TONIGHT.

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>> Reporter: TONIGHT A

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TRAIL OF HEARTBREAK

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RUNS THROUGH THE