Debate Night, Remembering James Earl Jones, Francine Heading To Louisiana, Congress Tackles Possible Shutdown

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Trump & Harris Debate Night

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump meet tonight for their widely anticipated debate on ABC. As correspondent Steve Futterman reports from the debate site in Philadelphia, it’s expected to be a make-or-break night for each candidate as polls show a dead-heat in many key battleground states.

Remembering James Earl Jones

One of the most recognizable voices in Hollywood has passed away. America in the Morning’s Kevin Carr reports on the passing of the legendary actor James Earl Jones.

Sniper Manhunt In Kentucky Grows

The manhunt and a motive for Joseph Couch, the 32-year-old suspected sniper accused of shooting 5 people on a Kentucky interstate highway remains ongoing. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports what police do know is that he vowed to 'kill a lot of people.' Audio courtesy WHAS News 11.

“Trump Train” Trial Begins

A trial is now underway surrounding a confrontation involving a "Trump Train" on a Texas highway in 20-20. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Remembering 9-11

Tomorrow we will remember the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks in 2001. Correspondent Julie Walker reports how one New Yorker recalls that day.

Kohberger Trial Moved

A new trial location has been granted for the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.

Trump & Harris Debate Preview

Tonight is a critical moment in the 2024 election as Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump square off in a televised debate on ABC. Correspondent Rita Foley reports that ahead of the debate, both Trump and Harris have been talking on the campaign trail on a number of topics including the top issue on the minds of Americans: the economy.

Congress Dealing With A Potential Shutdown

Lawmakers have returned to Capitol Hill and the first order of business - Congress has just three weeks to avoid a government shutdown. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Francine Heading To Louisiana

A tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to become a hurricane, and it’s making a direct path to the coast of Louisiana. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports people in Texas are preparing for rain and flooding, while those in the Pelican State are paring for much worse.

Police Interviewed The GA Shooter & Father Last Year

Police have released bodycam footage of officers interviewing alleged Georgia school shooter Colt Gray and his father last year regarding social media messages posted about shooting up a middle school. Correspondent Norman Hall reports on that meeting, and how the high school appeared to not know about the potential threat before classes started.

Wildfires In The West

Fast-moving wildfires in Nevada and California have placed tens of thousands of people under mandatory evacuation orders. California Governor Gavin Newsom has activated the National Guard to help with the Line Fire in San Bernadino County.

Investigation Into NYC Officials Intensifies

There are growing calls for the New York City Police commissioner to resign as the FBI continues an investigation into a number of top officials of Mayor Eric Adams. Sue Aller reports from New York that the mayor also tested positive for COVID.

RFK Removed From NC Ballots

The North Carolina Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling that orders former Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy’s name off of statewide ballots.

Finally

Former movie producer Harvey Weinstein was rushed from prison to a New York City hospital where he underwent emergency heart surgery. The details from entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta.

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