Judge rules Iowa 65-foot twin-trailers unconstitutional
Federal Judge Stuart of Iowa’s Southern District strikes down Iowa’s 65-foot twin-trailer ban as unconstitutional. He cites interstate commerce and the national highway system, suggesting Congress pre empt the field. Governor Ray and Attorney General Miller indicate an appeal.
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Landmark Jury Holds Team Neutrally Responsible in Mayhem Case
A federal court awarded Tomjanovich 3.3 million after findings that the Los Angeles Lakers mishandled players prone to violence. The verdict marks a landmark holding that team management shares liability for a player's violent act, with potential impact on future sports discipline and penalties.
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Raw milk safety and Wrangle Island dispute letter
A letter supporting Iowa officials enforcing raw milk sales restrictions cites past milk borne epidemics and safety of pasteurized milk. It also discusses Wrangle Island claims, alleging Soviet occupation and U.S. inaction, and cites Rep. Robert Dorman urging detailed material on the issue.
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Catalytic Converter Fiasco Triggers Nationwide Debate
Richard O. Shirk reports on the EPA and industry efforts to shift from leaded to unleaded gasoline. He details costs, refinery changes, and the unintended consequences fueling ongoing air pollution despite new emission standards.
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Young flap signals Washington summer spectacle
Washington watchers note the l affair Andrew Young and the politics of a quiet season. The piece argues his resignation as ambassador to the United Nations will affect Middle East relations and domestic politics while highlighting the core issue of honesty in communication within the State Department and with Secretary Cyrus Vance.
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