1.The fate of a pilot is unknown after a military jet (crashed) in western Virginia. Authorities say the pilot was flying a plane to New Orleans from maintenance when he reported an in-flight (emergency) and lost radio contact.

2. US officials are looking into reports that a 2nd Islamic American militant was (killed) in Syria. Officials have confirmed the death of Douglas McArthur McCain who was fighting alongside the (group) calling himself Islamic State.

3. The FBI says it’s investigating reports that several US (financial) institutions were hacked and massive amounts of data were stolen.

4. And a 3rd day of huge waves is (expected) in southern California on Thursday. It’s the result of the hurricane Marie, of Mexico’s Pacific coast. Calmer seas could (return) on Friday.