Wall or fence? Taxpayers may fund Trump border plan
As inauguration nears Trump rejects breaking campaign pledge while aides propose paying for a southern border barrier with U S funds. Congress would cover costs upfront with later reimbursement by Mexico possibly through NAFTA renegotiation, avoiding new border legislation for speed.
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West Virginia Jobs Losses If ACA Repeal Passes Report Says
The Commonwealth Fund study by George Washington University warns West Virginia could shed 16 000 jobs in 2019 if ACA provisions are repealed. Nationwide loss could reach 2.6 million with cuts to premium tax credits and Medicaid expansion funding.
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Gunman terrorizes travelers at airport as chaos erupts
Witnesses described a lone gunman opening fire in a terminal, shooting victims without a word until ammunition ran out. Panic forced travelers onto the tarmac, with others hiding behind cars as police and medics responded and the airport shut down.
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Fort Lauderdale airport shooting shocks travelers and witnesses
A gunman opened fire at Fort Lauderdale airport killing five and wounding eight after arriving from Anchorage. The attacker fired through luggage and at crowds, then dropped the gun and surrendered. FBI questions and aviation security debates follow.
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Ambulance Authority Sues Over Funding Deed Changes
The Ambulance Authority filed suit asserting changes to funding deeds cannot proceed. An EDA attorney said the authority would sue too, as the deeds were altered illegally. Gerald Titus, EDA counsel, urged inclusion in any amendments and offered to seek a productive solution with the commission.
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Commission eyes deal to preserve six deputy positions
County officials moved to scrap the deeds diverting 21000 from Ambulance Authority royalties to the general fund to avoid a lawsuit. A Friday meeting with the EDA and Ambulance Authority aims to reach funding terms. Sheriff West remains hopeful all six deputy positions can be saved while a Wednesday vote on a new proposal looms. Commission President Gordon Lambert praised the cordial talks and said details will be discussed in the 4 p.m. meeting.
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Powers faces prison time in shooting case
Commonwealth's Attorney Michael Lee Dennis described the firearms charge as a first offense with a three year minimum. When combined with other charges Powers could face life in prison plus three years. Dennis, working with Bluefield police on the case, said no further details could be released as the shooting remains under investigation. Greg Jordan at bdtonline.com.
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Burglary Suspects Charged With Drug Offenses in West County
Two suspects arraigned before Magistrate Richard Van Dyke on burglary and multiple drug charges including possession of Schedule III substance, unlawful marijuana possession, Schedule I drug possession, and felony conspiracy. Bond set at $56,000 each. Remain held in McDowell County Holding Unit awaiting transport to Southwestern Regional Jail.
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