House votes to improve gun check database update
The House approved a bill to upgrade state law enforcement records and automate transmission to the federal background check system. The measure aims to tighten checks on gun buyers but faces NRA support and Bush opposition, with broader political debate muted by recent sniper attacks.
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Illinois Opens Unprecedented Clemency Hearings on Death Row
Chicago testimony begins as Governor Ryan reviews all death penalty cases amid over 140 clemency petitions. Prosecutors argue case by case. defense cites system flaws and past wrongful convictions. families attend with yellow ribbons. Leonard Kidd linked to 1980 fire killing 10 children.
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Indonesia probes Bali bombing as C4 traces found
Indonesian police question a security guard and another man about the Bali nightclub blast amid reports of C4 traces at the scene. Officials note tensions with al Qaida linked groups and call for stronger action against terrorism as victims include U S citizens and other foreigners.
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