Republicans seek independent counsel over campaign finance ties
Senate Republicans formally request Attorney General Janet Reno appointing an independent counsel to probe alleged campaign financing violations in last year’s presidential elections. Signed by 10 Senate Judiciary Committee members, the letter cites administration officials’ possible implications, with Reno given 30 days to respond.
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Jordanian Soldier Slays Seven Israeli Girls on Island Visit
A Jordanian soldier seized a comrade’s rifle and opened fire on a field trip of Israeli junior high girls at Naharayim Island, the so called Island of Peace. Seven girls were killed and six wounded as the gunman was overpowered by fellow soldiers and taken into custody. The incident amid Israel Jordan tensions drew reactions from King Hussein and Prime Minister Netanyahu, with leaders condemning violence and pledging condolences.
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88-Year-Old in Philadelphia Held by Crack Addicts
An 88-year-old Philadelphia man was held hostage by crack addicts who robbed him of two cars and pension checks, sealed his home from power and phone service, and left him malnourished and dehydrated in a barricaded bedroom. A city employee alerted police after failing to reach him.
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FBI seeks nine witnesses in Olympic Park bombing case
The FBI in Atlanta asks nine people seen in Centen nial Olympic Park before the July 27 bombing to come forward as witnesses not suspects. Agents showed photos and a sketch, saying they have reviewed about 1,000 videos and 5,000 photos while noting two later Atlanta bombings may or may not be connected.
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Alabama to ignore ruling on school prayer law
A federal judge struck down Alabama's 1993 school prayer measure allowing non-sectarian student initiated prayer at school events. Judge Ira DeMent found entanglement of church and state and no choice for reluctant students. Gov. James declined to urge compliance.
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