Winter storm watch issued as Iowa faces new snow
Southern Iowa may see heavy snow with up to six inches in 24 hours as a developing storm tracks from the southern Rockies. The National Weather Service warns of possible blizzard conditions affecting the central Midwest with snow expected from Tuesday into Wednesday.
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Soviets Already Militarily Superior Says Intelligence Expert
Maj. Gen. George Keegan, former Air Force intelligence chief, asserts the Soviet Union already holds military superiority over the United States. He cites vast civil defense shelters, food stockpiles, 10 to 15 new ballistic missile systems, and extensive hardened military sites as evidence. He notes the USSR leads in several strategic balance metrics and warns of a looming arms advantage.
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Longet Trial Opens in Aspen With Williams Escort
Claudine Longet entered the courtroom amid her ex husband Andy Williams as jury selection began for the felony manslaughter trial over the shooting death of her lover, former professional ski champion Spider Sabich.
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Hotel Strikes Near End As Individual Deals Move
Union negotiators in Miami say some of the eight hotels hit by holiday strikes may sign individual agreements Monday. Settlements for 35 other hotels depend on guaranteed tips for maids to end the walkouts.
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Ford to decide on Vietnam era amnesty this week
The White House said President Ford will announce his decision on amnesty for Vietnam era draft evaders and deserters later in the week. Press Secretary Ron Nelsen noted Betty Ford’s Sunday opposition but said the President will decide for himself. Also: Weather forecast calls for snow with temperatures in the mid teens tonight and upper 20s Tuesday, with a 20 to 60 percent chance of snow.
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Today's Chuckle
A witty quip on arguments and the risk of a know-it-all ruining a debate with informed certainty. The line underscores the comic tension between assertive knowledge and foolish overconfidence.
No Major Charges Sought in FBI Corruption Probe
Justice Department prosecutors examining FBI corruption conclude they will not pursue major indictments. Despite a pattern of impropriety, the amounts involved are deemed de minimis and prosecutorial fairness, plus statute limits, hinder major charges. Michael Shaheen leads the inquiry. a second probe continues.
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Stoner to resign Iowa GOP post in surprise move
Iowa Republican state central chair Tom Stoner will step down March 5 after saying he can no longer devote required time. The resignation prompts a leadership contest amid intra party tensions over central versus decentralized power and speculation on possible successors.
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Carter Prefers U S Summit Site In Talks With Brezhnev
President elect Jimmy Carter said in a Monday interview he would rather meet Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev in the United States than travel abroad for a summit. He also said Puerto Rico statehood should be the choice of Puerto Ricans, signaling support only if a majority favors it.
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Switchers Make Own Discounts in California Stores
A Sonoma State sociologist reports shoppers create discounts by swapping price tags, often paying reduced totals while escaping detection. He notes affluent, educated switchers target luxury items and that stores lean on price tag controls to curb losses.
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