Bush seeks more talks before Iraq plan as year turns
President Bush spent nearly three hours at his Crawford Texas ranch shaping a new Iraq policy and said he needs more time with advisers before revealing the plan in early January. He voiced commitment to a surge option and coordination with the Iraqi government while lawmakers urge cautions and limits on troop increases. The Pentagon announced a brigade deployment to Kuwait as a potential sign of larger forces, with Bush pledging that U.S. troops be safe and Iraq move toward self governance.
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America
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D-Mich
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Five Washington County warrants lead to arrest in gas station case
A Killeen man with five Washington County warrants was arrested after pumping gas at a station and leaving without paying. Police recovered him and booked him for the warrants including marijuana possession and driving with a suspended license. The report notes fuel thefts at Flying Travel Center and a damaged vehicle theft attempt near San Jacinto Mall.
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Finley offers help as he hints at moving to Paris
An unnamed AP source notes two Californians faced felony theft charges for allegedly stealing over 123000 pounds of almonds and 13000 pounds of walnuts. The casual column includes mock commentary on the UN budget and a closing New Year greeting from Jim Finley, former Baytown Sun editor.
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Wylie family aided by community after fire losses
Dianna Carter and Duncan Wylie face losses from a fire with many items damaged and several people offering help. A Laswell lottery gift of 400 dollars was donated to the family by Ron and Mary DeLuna. A fund has been set up at Woodforest Bank to receive donations and provide rooms and items for the family.
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Baytown crime rate and CCPD expansion plans outlined
Police report 2006 saw 587 major accidents down 20 and 1,490 minor up 250 with 8 fatalities. Arrests reached 3,622 adults and 3,467 juveniles as Mayor DonCarlos pushes more street presence via the CCPD. The district, funded by a one eighth sales tax, projects $802,950 first year, enabling 14 new officers, increasing funded slots from 127 to 141 in 2007.
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Craddick faces new challenger in Texas House race
Texas House Speaker Tom Craddick faces a rival bid from Rep. Jim Pitts, who calls himself a consensus candidate amid a split chamber. Pitts vows to seek support from both parties as Craddick seeks a third term, with session opening January 9 and 76 votes needed to win.
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Plano
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