Clinton accepts nomination, criticizes Trump ... Trump criticizes Clinton ... VP at memorial service

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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Hillary Clinton promised Americans steady leadership as she accepted the Democratic presidential nomination on the final night of the party's convention in Philadelphia. Calling her nomination a milestone on America's "march toward a more perfect union," Clinton presented herself as an experienced leader in volatile times who can unify the country.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Hillary Clinton sought to draw a sharp contrast between herself and Donald Trump as she ticked off one policy difference after another with her Republican opponent. Clinton assailed Trump's record as a businessman, questioned whether he has the temperament to be commander in chief, and accused him of offering "empty promises."

UNDATED (AP) — Donald Trump was quick to criticize Hillary Clinton in a series of tweets. Trump charged that Clinton's refusal to use the phrase "radical Islam" is — quote — "more proof that she is unfit to lead the country." Neither Clinton nor President Barack Obama uses the phrase "radical Islam" because they say it is misleading.

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden says the gunman's bullets that killed three law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, also targeted the country and "touched the soul of an entire nation." Biden spoke during a memorial service at a Baton Rouge church for the fallen officers.

BIG SUR, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters are still struggling to get the upper hand on a massive wildfire burning along California's picturesque Big Sur coastline. The blaze spanning 42 square miles has destroyed at least 34 homes and is only 10 percent contained. Officials estimate it will take until the end of August to put it out.