Happy little Dustin defies odds after shake case verdict
Dustin McArtor, 10 months old when shaken by a babysitter, shows signs of progress despite doctors predicting limited development. His mother, Dawn McArtor, says he smiles and sits up, though he remains wheelchair-bound at times and suffers seizures. The Linn County jury convicted Kelly Linhart of child endangerment as the family plans ongoing Mayo Clinic rehabilitation and medical costs reach about $85,000.
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Linhart Prosecution Sees Jury Split on Charge at Trial
Prosecutor not satisfied with page 1A verdict as Linhart is found guilty of the lesser charge. Judge William Thomas will set a sentencing date. Linhart released on her own recognizance. Dillard calls for felony conviction, noting serious injuries to Dustin. Linhart testifies she danced with him to quiet him and shook him briefly, while detective Fischer recalls harsher shaking.
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Lugar to vote against Breyer confirmation
Senator Richard Lugar of Indiana becomes the first senator to oppose Stephen Breyer's Supreme Court nomination citing substantial doubts about prudence and judgment. He points to Breyer's Lloyds of London investments as evidence affecting lifetime tenure confidence.
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