Iraqi farmer reports militants abduct two U.S. soldiers south of Baghdad
An Iraqi farmer said seven armed gunmen captured two American soldiers during a Friday incident at a U.S. checkpoint near Youssifiyah, about 12 miles south of Baghdad. A second Iraqi claimed a $100,000 reward was offered, a claim the U.S. denied. White House and Iraqi officials expressed concern as coalition forces searched the Triangle of Death with raids and helicopters.
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Yepez Vineyard Aims to Open Winery Within Two Years
Lena and David Yepez plan to turn their Baytown vineyard into a winery within a year, with full grape growing and wine production set for about two years. They envision cabernet and chardonnay among others, invite community crafts, and will source grapes from their own and other growers. The family volunteers in tending two blocks, Blanc du Bois and Black Spanish vines, while learning wine making from Frascone Winery.
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Baytown police report multiple arrests after weekend incidents
A citizen witnessed a car leave after hitting a fire hydrant on E Cleveland St and alerted police. The driver was charged with failure to stop and give information, while a passenger with local warrants was charged with theft. A separate stop on Ash Street ended with a foot chase and an evading arrest charge. A man stole items from his parents’ home on Neal St to fund drugs, leading to additional police action.
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Boyfriend arrested after allegedly blocking 911 call
Police responded to a report at the 2300 block of Decker Drive where a woman said her boyfriend assaulted her and prevented her from calling 911. Officers arrested the man and found amphetamines on him, charging him with assault possession of a controlled substance and interference with emergency communication. Between June 17 and June 18 Baytown police logged 165 calls including 18 alarms three assaults three burglaries four burglaries of a motor vehicle three criminal mischief 17 disturbances one forgery one shot fired 10 thefts four major accidents and 19 minor accidents.
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First woman chosen to lead Episcopal Church in U S
Nevada Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori was elected presiding bishop at the Episcopal General Convention becoming the first woman to lead the Anglican province in the United States. Her selection may strain ties with other Anglicans and follows the denomination’s ordination of an openly gay bishop three years earlier.
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Nevada
Katharine Jefferts Schori
Episcopal Church
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Frank Griswold
Latino leaders in Dallas to energize youth and legal residents
Dallas Latino political leaders plan to mobilize young Hispanics and legal residents into voters at their annual convention this week. They aim to capitalize on April's pro immigrant marches that drew families, students, and vendors to downtown Dallas. Estimates put the marchers between 350000 and 500000, sparking enthusiasm and hope within the community.
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Arturo Vargas
Oil execs defend high prices as essential supply
ConocoPhillips chairman James J. Mulva argues U S prices at about 3 per gallon are relatively cheap compared with Europe where fuel runs 5 to 7 per gallon. He says the global oil market requires both increasing supply and reducing demand as the United States holds 2 percent of world reserves, 5 percent of the population, and uses 25 percent of global oil consumption.
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ConocoPhillips Co
James J. Mulva
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United States
Insanity issue under focus in Yates second trial
Jurors in Andrea Yates retrial will review largely the same evidence as the 2002 case plus details of psychotic episodes. She previously drowned her five children in 2001 and was hospitalized in July 2004 after rapid weight loss and reported hallucinations. Defense attorney George Parnham said theケース incorporates reopened psychiatric concerns and the anniversary timeline.
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Houston
Andrea Yates
Yates
University of Texas Medical Branch
George Parnham
North Korea Nears Test Fire Of Long Range Missile
Seoul says signs point to an imminent Taepodong-2 launch threatening U S reach. White House warns of an appropriate response as Japan vows a fierce protest to the UN. North Korea remains silent but pledges to boost its military deterrent amid regional tension.
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White House
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Jung Tae-ho
Associated Press
U S Troops Seize Mountain Ridge In Helmand Drive
U S soldiers from the 2nd Battalion 87th Infantry, 10th Mountain Division, arrived by CH-47 helicopters and fortified a ridge in Baghran Valley Helmand to block Taliban transport routes as part of a broad offensive that has killed dozens of militants. Lt Col Chris Toner said the position will curb fighter and supply movement.
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