Sectarian and political rivalries. Russias strikes have reinforced the assad regime and made humanitarian catastrophe even worse and the world has been horrified by starving syrians including children. This is a tough situation with a lot of moving parts. As a quonsquens i want to thank john for his tireless efforts along with his team to reach a cessation of hostilities in the civil war. None of us are under any illusions we are all aware of the many potential pitfalls. And there are plenty of reasons for skepticism. But history would judge us harshly if we did not do our part in at least trying to end this with diplomacy. If implemented that is a significant if the cessation scowled reduce the violence and get more food and aid to syrians. It could save lives. Potentially it could also lead to negotiations on a political settlement to end the civil war so that everybody can focus their attention on destroying isil. And that is why the United States will do everything we can to maximi
Homeland security where they wasted 180 million on Human Resources programs. Thats a 180 million gone. And 300 million for employees at the department of Homeland Security that are home on leave because of doing something improper while they adjudicate the issue. So while its expensive, lets compare the cost, the Immediate Impact of not having these terrorists in prison. The 9 11 attacks cost our country over 230 billion initially. Were looking at 140 million to 180 million annually to 230 billion initially. And that doesnt include the damage to the Airline Industry or the additional cost that our country has had to endure due to increased security, whether its at the airport, at the Grocery Store or in your home. And it certainly doesnt include the cost to our freedoms this epresident s proposal fails to provide the critical details required by law, the law he signed. His proposal fails to provide critical details including the exact cost, the location of an alternate facility. Where
Survivors and family members of victims joined students and faculty to discuss the tragedy. The last thing she said i will call you before i leave church. Denise quarles is the daughter of Myra Thompson killed inside the church. She said its her faith that continues to be a healing grace after the shooting. What happened to my mom is beyond me. Im almost a testimony that even though you can lose your mother, you can still carry on if you believe in god and trust him. During the panel discussion, several other family members echoed quarles. Specifically sighting the bond hearing for dylann roof, where they relied on their faith to give them strength in facing the accused killer. Being there, my father spoke about how he needed to, you know, repent for what he did because thats gonna be something that hes gonna have to account for when he faces god one day. Immediately following the tragedy, the city of charleton of power of love and unity. Thats now a message quarles hopes to relay to s
Many questions remain unanswered about the time leading you up to Deanndra Roachs death. But tonight was about saying goodbye. Grace joyal was at the vigil. Dozens came together to remember deanndra and pray for the family. This is followed by anger and frustration and a deep sads in andsadness as family and friends come to grips with this loss. Just 19 years young. Those who loved Deanndra Roach call her kind, respectful and loving. When i received the phone call, to be quite honest, there was denial. Let us honor her. The pastor watched deanndra grow up as a member of the youth ministry. No one can prepare for this day. No one can respect this day. I solicit prayers for anyone who help and assist and heal them as they suffer a tremendous loss. A recent graduate from blyt. Thiswood high school, dee dee, as she was known, was found laying next to her car in a field along farrow road. She was shot multiple times. Her exboyfriend, 22yearold andre heatley, is charged with her murder. He w
Kennedy. Were live frfr main and gervais. The times now 5 00. Good news is. Were waking up to warm temperatures in the midlands. But it looks like those humid temperatures are bringing along some head out the door. 33 we want to give you a quick traffic update as you head out and about this morning. Here are some trouble spots that carolina Highway Patrol is reporting a collision with no injuries on i20. This is going to be at mile marker 82 in the eastbound lanes. Theyre also assisting a motorist on i 77. This is going to be at mile marker 27 in the northbound lanes. And South Carolina Highway Patrol is also assisting a motorist on i2o at mile marker 65 in the westbound lanes. As always. We will continue to update you if anything else e changes for your morning commute. Abc columbia wants to help you jump start your day. We have a quick rundown of your top morning headlines. So, lets get started. The president ial contenders have swooped into New Hampshire. And the democratic presiden