Foley scandal shadows GOP election hopes
Washington Republicans face a crisis over what leaders knew about former Rep. Mark Foley and when, as details of salacious electronic messages to underage pages threaten the party’s midterm outcomes. GOP strategists warn of accountability battles ahead and potential fallout beyond Foley.
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Amish School Shooting Leaves Three Dead
Gunman Charles Roberts, a 32 year old milk truck driver from Bart, killed two students and a teacher aide in a one room Amish schoolhouse in Nickel Mines. He trapped pupils with wires and attacked with a 9mm pistol a shotgun and a rifle, then died by suicide after wounding at least seven others. Authorities tied the incident to a possible copycat attack following a recent Colorado school shooting.
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Education commissioner warns Texas schools to stay vigilant
Texas Education Commissioner Shirley Neeley urged all 1,200 districts to heighten alertness after a wave of deadly school shootings sparked fears of copycat acts. She emphasized protecting students during times surrounding such incidents as districts monitor threats nationally after the Nickel Mines, Bailey, Madison, and Wisconsin cases.
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Lawsuit challenges to Bayer TDI plant safety after explosion
The complaint alleges use of phosgene in a TDI orthodichlorobenzene process with high heat. It cites 3066 pounds ammonia released initially, later revised to under 1000 pounds, with no offsite impact. Plaintiffs seek damages for pain, suffering, and lost earnings while Bayer faces investigations by TCEQ and OSHA.
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Baytown leaders push streetscape plan and growth drive
DonCarlos outlined a one block streetscape model for Baytown as a spark for redevelopment and student markets near Lee College. He warned JP Sears and JC Penney may not return, but small businesses could thrive with a targeted audience. He pledged to pursue grants to save Brunson Theater, though budgets are tight. He discussed a new high school, 10,000 housing starts, and 25,000 new residents, along with traffic issues and a bond for street repairs. Street lighting installation was approved to curb crime as growth accelerates and city image improves. He urged residents to promote Baytown and adopt a local identity over Houston.
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