Omaha approves desegregation plan from federal court
Omaha’s 12 member board narrowly approved the federal desegregation plan for the city’s schools. The measure, backed by a split vote, reallocates about 8,000 students starting with the youngest levels, and reserves the right to modify the plan through legal channels. Critics warned of discrimination risk, while supporters touted fewer moves than other options and the voluntary balance transfer system already in place.
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MUD opens gas plant in Lincoln amid delays and protests
Metropolitan Utilities District officially started its 10.4 million liquefied natural gas facility designed to store gas for winter use, with project director noting two weeks of liquefying tests. Board chair Frank Frost cited lower costs but acknowledged inflation and an eight month council delay added about 200000. Opponents in the plant area raised concerns over aesthetics and safety as the council wavered on rezoning.
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Arnholt Smith jailed on 42 bank fraud charges
Arnholt Smith the once powerful financier and Nixon backer was taken to jail in handcuffs on 42 new bank fraud charges in San Diego. He posted bond and was released within hours. The case centers on allegedly conspiring to steal from the U S National Bank of San Diego, once a cornerstone of his empire which collapsed in 1973 leaving hundreds of millions in unpaid debts. Smith and Phillip Taft face charges of conspiracy grand theft forgery and evasion of state taxes for allegedly channeling funds and committing 221 overt acts to cover the theft.
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