Perry proposes West Texas compromise amid redistricting clash
Gov. Perry backs a West Texas compromise to ease GOP stalemate on congressional maps. House supporters praise the effort but Senate Republicans resist, citing incomplete regional detail and concerns over Panhandle districting. The dispute centers on Midland and Lubbock, with Duncan and Craddick divided, while Dewhurst notes a planned Senate debate as Democrats pledge to oppose.
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Iraq recon plan calls for rebuilding fire service
A Bush administration document obtained by the AP outlines spending of 290 million to hire train and house 5000 Iraqi firefighters as part of a 20.3 billion reconstruction package. It notes 165 firehouses destroyed and no usable equipment across Iraq.
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Bomb explodes near U N compound in Baghdad
A suicide bomber at a police checkpoint outside the U N headquar ters Canal Hotel in Baghdad killed an Iraqi policeman and wounded 19 others. The blast also damaged U N offices and prompted calls for renovation and expanded border protection spending as part of a larger Iraq Afghanistan aid package.
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Durst murder trial opens with claim of cold blooded killing
Prosecutors describe New York real estate heir Robert Durst as committing a cold calculated murder and dismembering his 71 year old neighbor Moris Black in a low rent Galveston apartment. Durst, heir to a New York real estate fortune, denies self defense while his lawyers repeat the shooting was justified. Durst pleads not guilty amid opening statements. Carlton Dotson recommendation to return to Texas for Dennehy murder trial.
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Wildcats prep after win as they scout Friday foe
Olin says the team has Friday night off to scout their next opponent, Clear Creek. He notes the Wildcats come off a 17-14 victory over Deer Park and stresses that playing well builds confidence and more wins.
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Anahuac approves budget trims and new garbage trucks
Anahuac council projects water and sewer revenue of 738152 with expenses at 713376 leaving 24776. solid waste at 191796 revenue and 185000 expenses leaves 6796. tax rate drops from 59 to 56.3 cents. owner of 50000 home saves about 13.34 annually. Mayor praised budget team. Council to buy a 100027 garbage truck and end hand carts for waste collection with a potential under $10 onetime bin fee. Insurance rates on soil waste workers to drop with new carts. Taylor outlined current investments of six CDs totaling 337714.
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Ashcroft orders limit prosecutor discretion nation wide
Attorney General John Ashcroft ordered federal prosecutors to pursue maximum charges and sentences whenever possible and to seek lesser penalties only in limited plea bargain circumstances. The memo overrides Reno era policy and aims for greater consistency across all 94 U.S. attorneys offices.
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Court weighs postponing California recall election
A federal appeals court heard arguments on delaying California's gubernatorial recall slated for Oct 7. Justices questioned Bush v. Gore relevance while fearing voting errors could bar some citizens from voting. A ruling was expected Tuesday morning as ACLU seeks postponement until six counties replace punch card machines to avoid hanging chads.
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Braun quietly launches bid for president from Howard University
Democrat Carol Moseley Braun, first Black woman U.S. senator, formally launches a long shot presidential bid. Facing nine male rivals with bigger funds, she touts practical leadership and experience as ambassador and senator to fix a “mess” under current leadership.
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Chambers County adopts budget and hires delinquent fines firm
The 2004 general fund budget is 15.88 million with total funds at 33.356 million. Commissioners approve a no cost contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson LLP to collect court fines, potentially adding 800000 to 1 million yearly. State Rep Deshotel notes 30 percent fee and professional approach.
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Mont Belvieu Expands Local Admin Frontier and Budget Fix
Mont Belvieu officials approve an 85 percent department hire and set a budget amendment to cover a general fund shortfall of 963 206 dollars plus 230 586 transferred to Eagle Pointe Golf Course and a 430 586 proprietary fund deficit. Strong Sports Management seeks higher cart fees and course layout changes. Gary Stacy remains city rep to Chambers County Appraisal District. Cecil Parker Jr. named to Houston Galveston Area Council 2004 General Assembly with Chris Bear as alternate.
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Crow faces capital murder charge in fatal Massey Tompkins dispute
In Baytown, Crow allegedly struck Mixon with a barbell and stabbed him after a dispute over more than $50. Crow's body was later found dumped in the Coastal Water Authority Canal. Crow appeared in court with an arraignment set for Oct. 21 as prosecutors consider grand jury indictment and possible death penalty.
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