Firestone to recall tires on light trucks and SUVs
Firestone Inc plans to recall about 20 million tires for light trucks and sport utility vehicles after links to more than 40 fatal accidents. Most affected tires are ATX ATX II and Wilderness on Ford Explorers, with the recall extending to all brands. NHTSA has 270 complaints including 46 deaths and 80 injuries. Ford and Bridgestone/Firestone consented after a private meeting. officials offered no further comment.
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Tulia Man Felipe Rodriguez Released From Jail After Lengthy Detention
Local reaction centers on Felipe Rodriguez a man described as mentally retarded who was released after months in Swisher County Jail. Supporters say the case lacked a solid prosecution and highlight concerns about his capacity and coercion risks. Friends of Justice formed to monitor court proceedings and advocate for accountability.
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Teens Birth Rate Decline Signals Fewer Teenage Pregnancies
The Centers for Disease Control reports ongoing drops in teen pregnancy and births, with a 8 percent fall from 1995 to 1997 and declines each year since. Analysts caution against complacency as many teens approach adolescence and prenatal care rises.
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Commissioners discuss hik taxes plan and pay raise
City officials debate a 28 cent tax rate and a 6 percent across the board pay increase with police and fire receiving 15 percent. Mayor Seliger backs City Manager Ward during July budget talks as vacancies total 83. A Ports To Plains committee presentation advocates a Mexico to Canada trade link, and the commission tentatively approves 102000 for new highway costs in the next fiscal year.
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Panhandle Seismic Count Cited by USGS Scientist
USGS geophysicist Stuart Koyamia says fourteen earthquakes have been recorded in the Panhandle since 1980. The last significant Panhandle quake prior to 1974 was on February 15, 1974, causing notable damage.
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Correction fixes Shots Across Texas clinic location
A corrected Amarillo Daily News item fixes the venue for the Shots Across Texas free women and children immunization clinic. The event runs 10 am to 2 pm on August 19 in the Harold Smith Auditorium at Baptist St. Anthony Health System, 1600 Wallace Blvd.
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