By Geetika Rudra

Nation
Jul 2, 2013 8:07am

Woman Living in Trump Tower Accused of Stealing Mom’s $15M

An Italian woman living in Trump Tower says  she doesn’t understand why she is being accused by her niece of stealing $15 million from her dying mother. Susetta Mion, is being sued by her niece, Micol Mion Gordon,  in New York’s Manhattan Surrogate Court to… Read More »

By Chelsea Griswold

Advice
Jul 2, 2013 8:05am

Man Gives $500 Tips as Brother’s Last Wish

A man’s dying wish for an act of unexpected kindness has blossomed into a year’s worth of donations and giving on his behalf. A year ago, Seth Collins and his parents began a mission to fulfill the dying wish of Aaron Collins – Seth’s younger… Read More »

Companies
Jul 2, 2013 8:02am

Carmakers Lead U.S. Manufacturing Comeback

Morning Business Memo… Look for fresh signs of improvement for American manufacturers. Nowhere is the comeback more evident than in exports by the auto industry. American and foreign auto firms with U.S. factories are adding jobs and production. Cuts in labor costs, a favorable exchange… Read More »

By ABC News

Fashion
Jul 2, 2013 7:02am

Beach Chic on a Budget: 4 Great Looks That Won’t Break the Bank

It’s summer, the time when people are hitting the beach. In a tough economy, it’s important to not break the bank in the quest to be chic. Joseph Katz, the in-house fashion stylist for the Montage Beverly Hills hotel, appeared on “Good Morning America” today… Read More »

The Note
Jul 2, 2013 7:00am

Starting This Week, It’s Harder to Get an Abortion in 5 States

Abortion restrictions are popping up everywhere, it seems. While activists and celebrities protest a bill in Texas, Ohio just enacted legislation of its own. A thousand miles from Austin, Texas, Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed new restrictions Sunday night as part of a new state… Read More »

Consumer Report
Jul 2, 2013 6:01am

Car Insurance: Hidden Discounts Revealed

Car insurance companies are aggressive in boosting about their discounted rates, but which ones offer the most? Bankrate.com put together a list of 17 discounts that car companies offer, such as a discount for having an anti-theft device for your car or being a member… Read More »

By Amanda VanAllen

The Note
Jul 2, 2013 3:14am

The Note’s Must-Reads for Tuesday, July 2, 2013

The Note’s Must-Reads are a round-up of today’s political headlines and stories from ABC News and the top U.S. newspapers. Posted Monday through Friday right here at www.abcnews.com Compiled by ABC News’ Jayce Henderson, Amanda VanAllen, Carrie Halperin, Will Cantine and J.P. Lawrence   NATIONAL… Read More »

The Note
Jul 1, 2013 7:58pm

Gabrielle Giffords Shoots Gun During Start of Gun-Control Tour

Two and half years after being shot in the head, former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords visited a shooting range and fired a gun, her first stop on a seven-state, seven-day bus tour to push for expanded background checks for firearms purchases. Accompanied by her husband, former astronaut Mark Kelly,… Read More »

Investigative
Jul 1, 2013 6:58pm

Edward Snowden Blasts Obama ‘Deception’: WikiLeaks

Edward Snowden, the former National Security Agency contractor who claimed to be the source of reports revealing secret U.S. government surveillance programs, broke his silence today in a defiant statement directed at President Obama, according to the anti-secrecy organization WikiLeaks. “On Thursday, President Obama declared… Read More »

By ABC News

Instant Index
Jul 1, 2013 6:31pm

Instant Index: New Law in China Lets Parents Sue Children for Not Keeping in Touch

From the unconventional and awe-inspiring, to the hilarious and heartwarming, here’s a look at some of the most interesting photos, videos and stories that have our newsroom talking today. What’s capturing your attention, filling your inbox and cluttering your Facebook/Twitter feed? Tweet us the stories you’re talking  about using #InstantIndex or… Read More »