Ford Faces New Indictment in Tennessee Corruption Case
Federal prosecutors announce a fresh indictment against former Tennessee state Sen. John Ford. The charges allege he acted as a consultant to two contractors tied to TennCare while chairing a committee overseeing the program. The deals reportedly paid Ford over 800000 dollars. The case follows his 2004 Tennessee Waltz bribery charges and resignation from the Legislature.
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Judge orders evaluation for alleged terror operative Padilla
A federal judge in Miami ordered a mental competency evaluation for Jose Padilla, charged with conspiracy and material support for Islamic extremists. Prosecutors and defense agree competency must be tested before trial. Padilla’s lawyers cite PTSD from years in solitary and alleged mistreatment as key factors.
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Firefighters Battle 50 Acre Wildfire in Pickens County
In northern Pickens County crews fought a 50 acre wildfire that started as a debris burn and spread to nearby woods. Rough terrain hindered access as about 40 firefighters worked off US 178 north of Pickens. No injuries or evacuations were reported.
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