Bush to headline GOP fundraiser aiming record 18 million
President hopeful George W. Bush will top a national party fund raise by headlining an RNC black tie gala in Washington. The event seeks a record 18 million in a single night, surpassing the 14 million raised when Bush's father led the dinner. Attending groups include AT&T NRA Philip Morris Blue Cross and Blue Shield and United Parcel Service alongside GOP lawmakers.
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Court hearing over gay Scouts leadership ban
The Supreme Court weighs free speech and association in a case on whether the Boy Scouts may bar gay troop leaders. Justices heard arguments on the Scouts position against a New Jersey ruling that the ban violates public accommodations law.
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Supreme Court
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U N peacekeepers to control border in Lebanon
Beirut welcomed Israel plan to withdraw in July and said a power vacuum will be filled by U N peacekeepers. Prime Minister Salim Hoss called the withdrawal a radical turning point while noting the area will be protected by international forces under U N resolutions. Separate Albuquerque report notes truckers oppose rules mandating 10 hours rest after shifts, fearing longer rest breaks will disrupt long hauls at Travel Centers of America.
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Lunaen Janden to host A E news show
Entertainment notes report Joan Ruinden leaves ABC after 20 years to join A E Network hosting Behind Closed Doors specials and future projects. Production begins in summer with air date TBA as network plans fall rollout and additional roles.
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A&e
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Good Morning America
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David Artman
Charles Gibson
16 year old boy charged in National Zoo shooting
A 16 year old faces arraignment on assault with intent to kill charges as the gunman in a mass shooting at the National Zoo. He was arrested in Northeast Washington after authorities recovered a shotgun at the scene and moved to charge him as an adult. Seven youths aged 11 to 16 were wounded during a fight at the zoo.
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National Zoo
Terrance Gainer
Gainer
Peter Newsham
Martin R. Eichelberger
Burglary Suspect High on Cocaine in Death
Toxicology shows David Burdett had substantial cocaine in his system when police killed him after a foot chase. He taunted deputies, waved a pistol, and two rounds jammed, preventing contact. The pistol was found near his body amid ongoing investigations.
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Greenville County
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Families demand access to Columbine massacre tapes
Denver reports families of Columbine victims protested after Jefferson County sheriff's department announced public release of surveillance and helicopter tapes for a $25 fee. Lawyers for victims argued the decision worsens their trauma as they review the footage within 24 hours.
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Department
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
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South Carolina trooper killer case hinges on multiple personalities
A Nebraska woman Connie Hess testified in a South Carolina case claiming multiple personalities and hallucinations as she answered questions under threat of immunity. Judge Keesley weighed Hess credibility while Richard Johnson’s capital case remains on hold pending a potential new trial.
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Norfolk
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