Bitter cold grips nation east of Rockies with heavy winds
A cold wave to last through Thursday grips most of the country east of the Rockies. Midday temps near zero in the Dakotas with 12 below in Fargo and 11 below in Bismarck. Below zero readings spread to Bemidji and Grand Forks while Miami tops 80. Snow 1 to 2 inches across the Great Lakes and Appalachians. Far West sees a moving cold front bringing scattered rain and higher elevations snow.
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Talks on Tet War Outlook and Paris Talks Update
Reports from Paris and Hanoi note Tet begins Feb 17 and could mark pressures on both sides. Le Duc Tho travels from Moscow to Hanoi for possible briefings on domestic issues tied to Paris talks. U S officials expect limited major fighting near Saigon but a potential Tet thrust remains possible amid ongoing de escalation talks.
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Scott Seeks Higher Pay for Faculty and State Workers
Gov Moore promotes faculty and state employee pay raises with a 10 percent target for state workers on a sliding scale costing about 13.5 million, while Moore’s plan proposes 5 percent across the board. Scott notes reaching the national average for teachers is unlikely this biennium and urges pay tied to worth once averages are met, amid ovations as he highlights a $127 million general fund balance.
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Tobacco tax clash and tobacco price support debate
Governor argues against a cigarette tax while urging federal action to protect tobacco price support programs. He warns against federal advertising bans that could harm growers, warehousemen, and manufacturers. He recalls campaigning stance yet leaves room to raise revenue if essential for the state.
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Tobacco firms seek Supreme Court review of anti smoking rule
Leaf companies appeal FCC fairness doctrine case arguing federal agency overstepped authority and violated first amendment rights. Major manufacturers and the Tobacco Institute urge the Supreme Court to block a rule requiring broadcasters to devote significant free air time to information on smoking hazards.
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Sirhan Sirhan Defense Plea On Mental State In Kennedy Case
Sirhan argues mental or emotional capacity diminished to negate premeditation required for death. California allows testim ony after conviction before deciding on death penalty. Kennedy assassinated on the first anniversary of the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. Sirhan aligned pro Arab, inflamed by statements favoring Israel. Trial opened Jan 7. jury selected Jan 24. six alternates picked. after Lincoln Birthday holiday opening statements planned. Sirhan fired three shots at Kennedy in the Ambassador Hotel kitchen. Kennedy died the next day. five others injured.
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