Alleged burglar dead after homeowner tied him to a tree with duct tape, rope and electrical wire
Authorities say they do not believe the homeowner 'was intending to kill the intruder'.
Texas hot air balloon likely hit electrical wires before crashing, killing all 16 on board
Missouri authorities say pilot Alfred G Nichols had a record of a Driving While Intoxicated in 2002.
2 dead and state emergency declared following flash flooding in Ellicott City, Maryland
The flash flood completely destroyed 4 to 5 buildings and heavily damaged up to 30 more.
Victims identified as Anna Bui, Jake Long and Jordan Ebner in deadly Washington house party shooting
A fourth person, identified as Will Kramer, in serious condition following the shooting.
Tim Kaine acknowledges differences with Hillary Clinton over abortion funding
Kaine said that while he has his personal views, the government should not 'intrude' on women's decisions.
Ghazala Khan tells Donald Trump he 'doesn't know what the word sacrifice means'
Mother of Muslim US veteran says 'without saying a thing, all the world, all America, felt my pain.'
Khizr Khan to Trump at the DNC: 'Have you read the Constitution? You have sacrificed nothing!'
Khan's son, US Army Captain Humayun Khan, died while saving his fellow soldiers in a 2004 suicide attack.
Sarah McBride becomes first transgender woman to address the Democratic National Convention
The LGBT activist said that Hillary Clinton 'understands the urgency of our fight.'
Chicago: Hostage situation at Cook County Jail's max security division resolved
Two inmates had held another hostage 'with what appears to be a sharp object' authorities said.
Donald Trump Jr accuses President Obama of lifting phrase from his RNC speech
The eldest son of Republican nominee Donald Trump asked: 'Where's the outrage?'
Chelsea Clinton discusses 'upsetting' GOP rhetoric and her relationship with Ivanka Trump
Clinton said she would consider a 'daughters' summit' with Ivanka Trump, who she called a friend.
Fox News' Bill O'Reilly met with fury over 'well-fed' slaves who built the White House comments
The Fox News anchor was attempting to fact-check FLOTUS Michelle Obama when he made the comments.
DNC 2016: Gun control takes centre stage during night three of the convention
Gabrielle Giffords and Christine Leinonen advocated Hillary Clinton as the best choice for US gun control.
Everything we learned from Donald Trump's Reddit AMA
Trump vowed to repeal Obamacare, create jobs and reform the H-1B visa programme.
Rudy Giuliani calls for geotagging Muslim-Americans on federal terror watch list
The former NYC mayor also said Russia should release any Clinton emails they may have.
US Marine Corps horse Sergeant Reckless honoured for bravery during Korean War
Horse Haldalgo recieved the Dickin Medal on behalf of the fearless equine.
DNC 2016: Mothers of the Movement testify Clinton's commitment to Black Lives Matter
'Hillary Clinton isn't afraid to say that Black Lives Matter... she doesn't build walls around her heart,' one mother said.
Pro-Trump 'USA Freedom Kids' manager plans to sue Republican nominee campaign
The group manager claims Trump's campaign failed to uphold promises made in exchange for their performance.
Democratic Party formally nominates Hillary Clinton as presidential nominee
Clinton was nominated by former rival Bernie Sanders by acclamation.
DNC 2016: Sanders in talks to propose Clinton's nomination after speaking with delegates
The Vermont senator is hoping to rally his disgruntled supporters behind the presumptive nominee.
DNC 2016: First Lady Michelle Obama delivers powerful speech supporting Hillary Clinton
Obama became emotional as she noted the impact the first female president could have on her daughters.
Sarah Silverman at the DNC: 'To the Bernie-or-bust people: you're being ridiculous'
The Bernie supporting comedian said she will absolutely vote for Hillary Clinton in November's elections.
DNC 2016: 55 protesters cited as Sanders supporters disrupt speakers during day one
Philadelphia police detained and cited the protesters for disorderly conduct.
Attorney sentenced to 5 days in prison for refusing to remove Black Lives Matter pin
The Ohio attorney is appealing the judge's contempt of court charge.
DNC 2016: Debbie Wasserman Schultz forgoes opening event following resignation
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake gaveled the first session of the convention instead.
Republican National Convention: Ted Cruz booed off after failing to endorse Donald Trump in speech
Prior to his speech, Cruz was allegedly threatened with negative response if he did not endorse Trump.
RNC night 3 as it happened: Running mate Mike Pence takes a bow, Ted Cruz gets widespread boos
The third night of the convention was dubbed Make America First Again.
Woman charged for posing as ex-boyfriend's pregnant wife to post 'rape fantasy' ads on Craigslist
Michelle Hadley was charged with 10 felonies and faces life in prison if convicted.
Donald Trump officially clinches Republican Party nomination
The New York real estate mogul was nominated during a roll call vote on the second day of the RNC.
Norovirus reported among California GOP staffers at the Republican National Convention
Around 12 staffers have been confined to their hotels for 24 hours until their symptoms pass.
