States lean toward more borrowing to fund services
States push big dollar bond plans as tax support remains weak and voters resist broad tax hikes. With governors facing elections, lawmakers weigh long term debt to fund roads schools and programs, while warning about later costs and credit ratings amid a nationwide borrowing surge.
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Man cited after firing shotgun during domestic dispute
Police report a man in the 3800 block of Crosby Cedar Bayou Road fired a shotgun in the air during a dispute with an ex-wife over a shotgun. No injuries. Gun seized. woman referred to civil court for possession. Separate incident: ex-husband accused of choking and slapping his ex-wife at Dylan Drive. minor facial mark reported. A third arrest followed for assault at a party on Gresham Avenue.
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Indictment push targets Israeli Prime Minister Sharon
Israel's state attorney urged bribe charges against Prime Minister Ariel Sharon after a long corruption probe linked to a Greek tourism project and land rezoning in Tel Aviv. The opinion, though not final, increases pressure on Mazuz as he weighs possible resignation and early elections.
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Arab summit postponed in Tunis amid Middle East reform push
Egypt offered to host a postponed Arab League summit in Tunis after divisions over democracy and the Israeli Palestinian conflict. Leaders planned to propose reforms in response to U.S. calls for freedoms, with many top states ruled by absolute monarchs or rulers.
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