A tweet apparently from the shooter of WDBJ7 reporter Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward appears to show the shooting during a live broadcast from Bridgewater Plaza August 26, 2015. Handout via twitter
Reuters: Virginia TV journalists killed in on-air shooting; suspect shoots self
Two television journalists were shot and killed in Virginia on Wednesday morning while conducting a live interview, and authorities said the suspect appeared to be a disgruntled current or former employee of the TV station.
Police pursued the suspect and in the late morning, an ABC local affiliate and CNN reported the suspected shooter had shot himself, but it was not known if he was dead or alive. The suspect was identified as Vester Flanagan, 41, according to a dispatcher for the Augusta County, Virginia, Sheriff's Department.
After the shooting of the journalists, someone claiming to have filmed it posted video online that appeared to be from shooter's vantage point.
MIDDLE EAST
Kurds launch new assault on Islamic State in northern Iraq.
Assad 'confident' of Russian support for Syria regime.
Syria's Assad: Little hope for alliance against ISIS.
Saudi military intercepts Scud missile fired by Yemeni forces.
Saudi Arabia ‘could cut billions’ from budget amid plunging oil prices – report.
Turkish PM, facing uphill election battle, invites opposition to cabinet.
European companies beat US to Iran business after nuclear deal reached.
ASIA
India, Pakistan border chiefs to meet after peace talks collapsed.
U.S. plans more Asia-Pacific drills to counter China reclamation.
China's Xi vows unceasing fight against Tibet separatism.
South Korea, US say North military easing off war-footing.
2 NATO troops dead in apparent "insider attack" in Afghanistan.
Obama expresses regret to Japanese PM Abe for spying charges.
India's Narendra Modi urges Gujarat calm after Patel caste protests. India's Gujarat state hit by violent caste-related protests.
U.S. sees new chance for Sri Lanka reconciliation after civil war.
AFRICA
South Sudan President Salva Kiir signs peace deal. South Sudan president signs peace deal despite concerns.
South Sudan seeks infrastructure funding as peace deal signed.
Multi National task force to deploy over 8000 troops against Boko Haram group.
U.N. cuts aid to ex-rebels in Congo, urges state to step in.
UN envoy confident Libya peace talks are in final stages.
Burkina excludes ex-President's allies from legislative election.
Egypt turns to Russia to combat terrorism.
EUROPE
Russia and NATO need new rules to cut risk of war, ex-ministers say. Former foreign, Defense Ministers urge NATO, Russia to cooperate.
Some 50 migrants found dead in boat off Libya: coast guard. Migrant crisis: Scores of bodies found on Libya boat.
Hungary considers using Army as migrant numbers rise.
Merkel, heckled on visit to refugees, says no to xenophobia.
Kosovo and Serbia sign 'landmark' agreements.
Serviceman kills 2 soldiers and officer in Russia, then commits suicide – Defense Ministry.
Greek president expected to formally call election on Friday.
AMERICAS
Reports: Suspect in 2 murders on live TV has shot himself.
Obama's last hope for GOP support on Iran: Susan Collins.
Colombians leave Venezuela in droves over border crisis.
Venezuela’s food shortages trigger long lines, hunger and looting.
UK Falkland Islands radar defense against Argentina ordered out of fear of future attacks.
White House walks back Obama's 'crazies' comment.
CBO report forecasts unsustainable debt in long term.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Military may have skewed IS analysis: report.
Ahmed al-Mughassil, suspect in 1996 Khobar Towers bombing, arrested.
Moroccan charged with terror attack on French train.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Stock markets continue to be volatile as investors fear China risk.
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YouTube Gaming site ready for launch.
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