Bus Slides Over Cliff Injuring 31 in California Crash
A church bus veered off Route 74 near Palm Springs while the driver studied a map, causing the vehicle to slide down a cliff and catch fire. At least 31 people were injured, including a 12 year old girl and a 20 year old woman with major injuries. Rescue crews transported victims to Desert Hospital in Palm Springs and other local hospitals. The driver said he was unfamiliar with the road and attempted to turn back when traction failed. This marked the second Palm Springs area bus crash in recent years.
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Van Plunges Off Cliff Into Pacific Ocean Kills Two
In Pacifica California a van slid off Highway 1 before dawn and fell 500 feet into the stormy Pacific. Rescuers found two women dead and a rescued man, Thomas Burns, in serious condition after being airlifted from the cliff. Authorities noted additional occupants may have been trapped.
New Teamster Chief Declares Old Days Are Dead
Washington ceremony marks Carey oath as Teamsters president. He vows to restore democracy, purge corruption, and return union control to members. Crowds chant The New Teamsters while Carey pledges to sell limousines, cut pay from 225000 to 175000, and root out waste amid a racketeering lawsuit legacy.
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