FBI agent argues trio planned to kill judge and bomb centers
An FBI agent testified at a bail hearing that three men tied to a white supremacist group formed a hit list targeting a federal judge and several prominent anti hate groups. They were arrested Feb 23 in southern Illinois with guns, a pipe bomb, and grenades. all were ordered held without bond with a trial set for April 27.
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Hollywood officer defends shot teen amid knife clash
Police Chief Rick Stone backed Officer James Callari after he shot Tekelia Wimberly, 13, during a fight between two girls over a beeper. Witnesses dispute the claim of a lunging attack as Callari, 30, on paid leave, faced community backlash in a predominantly Black Hollywood district.
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Lott urges Starr to wrap up Clinton inquiry
Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott calls on Kenneth Starr to conclude the investigation and suggests censure of President Clinton if no impeachment evidence emerges. He defends Starr against White House attacks while demanding disclosure of any crimes William. The remarks aired on CNN Evans and Novak.
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Clerks sway votes on Supreme Court
Edward Lazarus, a former Supreme Court clerk, writes in Closed Chambers that high court justices were heavily influenced by conservative law clerks in the late 1980s. He says clerks drafted opinions and steered outcomes, notes an internal email system, and recalls celebrations after Bundy’s execution. Lazarus, now a federal prosecutor, defends his disclosures while denying confidences were breached.
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Highway 100 extension route eyed with long timeline
Linn County planners confirm 80th Street as the preferred path for the Highway 100 extension toward a Cedar Rapids area loop. Officials estimate a seven to ten year or longer timeline with $25 to $30 million cost and possible five year placement on the state program. Public input meetings may occur soon.
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Private bids received for new Iowa prisons
Three private firms submitted proposals to build a 750 bed medium security prison with costs estimated from 26.9 to 37.8 million dollars. U S Corrections Corp named Charles City Marshalltown and Ottumwa Forest City. Wackenhut listed Eldora Fort Madison Osceola Sioux City and Spencer. Corrections Corp of America proposed Forest City. Board deferred decision to April 15 in Fort Dodge.
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Suspected poisoning case prompts caregiver concerns
Lemar said poisoning McCartt may have aimed to harm her after a belief Lemar had called police over allegations. Three hours of deliberation led Lemar to University Hospitals where she woke McCartt for help entering her vehicle. Hospital staff suspected the substance contained feces and McCartt was later arrested at Lemar's apartment. Authorities say the injection could have sickened Lemar. McCartt faces additional charges including trespass causing injury and prior public intoxication. Lemar plans to review caregiver applicant histories.
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