Monday, July 18, 2016

SpaceX rocket returns & the latest cop killer

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Good morning. It's Monday, July 18. That loud boom that could be heard in Orlando overnight was SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket returning to land.

A tragedy Sunday in Baton Rouge was the latest in a series of deadly encounters involving police and black men that have sparked a national debate over race and policing.

See a video of Sunday's Black Lives Matter rally at the Sanford police department.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Sonic boom heard in Orlando as SpaceX sends rocket into space

No, the boom you might have heard last night on Florida’s Space Coast was not a dream. [More]

 

Baton Rouge police killer: A former Marine from Kansas City

Police say he also wounded three officers before he was killed in the latest in a string of violent incidents involving police. [More]

 

Cops: Black Lives Matter note found after Daytona Beach police cruiser torched

Police Chief Mike Chitwood said he believed the vehicle was firebombed with a Molotov cocktail, leaving more than $20,000 in damage. [More]

 

Cleveland beefs up security for Republican National Convention

Traversing downtown became a challenge with barricades staffed by Ohio National Guard members blocking or restricting traffic. [More]

 

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2 killed in "random" Titusville hospital shooting

The suspect entered the hospital through the emergency room and went up to the third floor. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Orlando City 'taking responsibility,' moving toward change

Orlando City drew for the 10th time this season when it traveled to Vancouver, but the performance exceeded expectations and showed glimpses of a team trying to turn the season around. [More]

 

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has more than racing on line after another concussion scare

NASCAR's Favorite Son is hurting. Is Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s racing career in jeopardy? [More]

 

Henrik Stenson wins classic duel with Phil Mickelson to win British Open in record fashion

He finished 20 under to beat Tiger Woods' record of 19-under at a British Open, set in 2000 at St. Andrews. [More]

 

Orlando Pride optimistic despite suffering blow in playoff race

The Pride, who are in sixth place in National Women's Soccer League table, lost 1-0 to the Chicago Red Stars for the second time this year. [More]

 

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What we learned from SEC Media Days

As the dust settles, now seems the perfect time to look back and wrap up the week that was at the SEC Media Days. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Review: Interesting characters fuel best of 'Summer Shorts'

 In this year's installment of the Playwrights' Round Table program, the most successful plays feature characters that grab the audience's attention right off the bat. [More]

 

Ravenous Pig owners opening Polite Pig at Disney Springs in 2017

The new restaurant will serve wood-fired smoked and grilled items. It will also serve beer brewed at Cask & Larder in Winter Park, as well as wine & cocktails.  [More]

 

Taylor Swift defends herself in latest salvo in Kanye battle

The latest drama involves a Snapchat salvo and an Instagram response. [More]

 

Miss Miami Beach named Miss Florida USA

Genesis Dávila will now compete for the title of Miss USA, and the winner of that tiara will go on to vie for the ultimate prize of Miss Universe. [More]

 

Violinist Lindsey Stirling gives classical spark to hip-hop music

The Arizona native will bring the tour for her upcoming album "Brave Enough" to Orlando's Bob Carr Theater on Oct. 29. [More]

 

 
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