Florida official blamed for election disaster at hearing
The U S Commission on Civil Rights accused Secretary of State Katherine Harris of presiding over a disaster in Florida's election and shifting blame to others. The panel faulted her for help to county officials and ballot disparities while recounting voting woes during the 2000 election.
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Czech parliament dismisses TV council to end newsroom strike
The Czech Parliament held an emergency session and dismissed the Czech Television Council to resolve a three week standoff with journalists. Lawmakers back an amendment to depoliticize public media by nominating council members from non governmental organizations.
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Reagan breaks hip surgery scheduled
Former president Ronald Reagan fell at his Bel Air home and broke his right hip. He was taken to St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica for routine surgery, with spokeswoman Joanne Drake saying the prognosis is good and he remains in stable condition.
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Fire damages LA transit HQ high rise terrace outbreak
A 27th floor terrace fire at Los Angeles County transit agency headquarters forced evacuations for up to 2200 people. No serious injuries reported. The blaze started likely from outdoor lighting igniting insulation. Firefighters controlled it in about 35 minutes.
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County Transit Agency
William Bamattre
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