House approves USA Freedom Act ending NSA phone data sweep
The House voted 338 to 88 to halt the NSA bulk collection of Americans phone records and shift to case by case data searches using information held by phone companies. The measure, supported by President Obama, faces a Senate fight ahead of Patriot Act expiry. Party splits and compromise talks loom as McConnell weighs a separate bill to keep the program.
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Amtrak Philly wreck train sped 106 mph before crash
Investigators say the Philadelphia bound Amtrak train was traveling 106 mph on the approach to a sharp curve where the limit drops to 50 mph. The engineer Brando Bostian left the scene with a lawyer after the crash that killed seven and injured more than 200. Police praised as reckless the excessive speed into the bend.
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NatGeo: Your dog could be a brainiac
In Santa Rosa California Wallis Brozman with a dystonia movement disorder relied on her service dog Caspin a golden Labrador mix. Caspin guided pulled opened doors and stayed by her side enabling movement and communication as a Protodog recognized by scientists for spontaneous problem solving and bonding.
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Aiken lawmakers press for ice storm funds in 2015-16 budget
After a 2014 ice storm, Aiken County officials pursued about 16.4 million in nonrecurring funds plus 153 thousand for public safety costs, to be matched by state funds. Senators estimate 25 to 200 million could flow in, with final totals unclear but viewed as likely available. County Administrator Clay Killian praised local and state legislative effort amid remaining gaps for other counties. Maayan Schechter, Aiken Standard.
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Craven trial case tied to dash cam video release
Craven faced a felony charge after a dash cam video release dispute stemming from a July pursuit ending in Edgefield County. The incident began on Knox Avenue in North Augusta and ended with Satterwhite fatally shot as he sat in a Rose Drive residence, with local and state agencies delaying release pending trial and a broader cameras bill passage. Representative Bill Taylor comments on the matter amid legal moves by Craven and media outlets seeking access.
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South Carolina body camera bill advances after North Charleston shooting
The measure to equip police with body cameras gains momentum in the legislature after the April 4 North Charleston shooting. Differences remain between House and Senate proposals, including funding timelines and a $3.4 million allocation for 2,000 cameras and data storage. Estimated total cost for about 12,000 officers is $30 million. Derrek Asberry reports for the Aiken Standard.
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The Market in Review
Market in Review analyzes recent price movements and sector trends. It notes modest gains in technology and energy stocks while utilities lag. Investors weigh inflation data and policy signals as trading volumes remain moderate across major exchanges.
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