Detroit Free Press warns striking reporters to return or be replaced
The Detroit Free Press issued an ultimatum to striking newsroom staff, demanding return by 10 a.m. Thursday or face permanent replacements, as the walkout enters its 26th day with The Newspaper Guild of Detroit. Local coverage notes the dispute with the Detroit News and the aim to restore competition and productivity.
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Fortier agrees to testify in McVeigh case
Former Army buddy Michael Fortier reportedly will plead guilty to lying to a federal agent knowing about a felony and interstate transportation of stolen weapons. In exchange for testifying he faces a maximum 15 years. Lori Fortier testified before the grand jury at Tinker Air Force Base as deliberations continue on the Oklahoma City bombing case.
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Dole delays welfare bill amid budget deadline risk
Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole postponed action on a welfare bill to next month amid opposition from Democrats and GOP critics. He cited too many amendments and heard constituents as the chamber focuses on defense, interior, and transportation appropriations before the October 1 fiscal year start.
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RTC investigator recounts obstruction of Whitewater probe
L Jean Lewis testified before a House committee that RTC and Justice Department officials obstructed her Madison Guaranty inquiry after Clinton election, alleging rampant bank fraud and an elaborate check-kiting scheme as potential crimes. She noted Clinton transcripts as possible witnesses.
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Vitamin A Aids HIV Infected Infants Study
A South African study in the American Journal of Public Health found Vitamin A given to HIV infected infants reduced illnesses. In Durban 118 babies were split into Vitamin A and placebo groups with 85 later confirmed HIV positive. treated infants had 152 illnesses vs 177 in controls.
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Packwood ethics case delayed by minor sex misconduct complaint
A complaint alleging sexual misconduct involving a 17 year old in 1983 delayed action on Sen. Bob Packwood. The accuser, now in her late 20s, interned for Packwood, prompting calls for public hearings. Sen. Boxer urged renewed votes if lawmakers knew of the age detail. The Ethics Committee members were unaware of the charge until staff informed them.
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