Link tied to California serial killings prompts bail for suspect
Ismael Carrasco Florez, 46, an alleged accessory to murder in the Puente case, was released on 3000 dollars bail. Police say he built a coffin that held a man’s body and helped transport it at Dorothea Puente’s boarding house in Sacramento. Authorities identified four of seven graves. Puente faces further murder charges.
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Sawyer enters Chicago mayoral race as acting mayor
Acting Mayor Eugene Sawyer formally joined the Chicago mayoral contest citing loyalty to Harold Washington and a drive to complete his agenda. He touted unity for Chicago and listed rivals including Richard Daley and Alderman Tim Evans as the field grew with several Democrats and one Republican.
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Richard Daley
Tim Evans
Evans
Reform Coalition
Couple arrested for furnishing cocaine to minor in California
Victor Hupman and Patricia Hupman, both 34 and 36, were booked on four counts each of furnishing cocaine to a minor after their 17 year old daughter told a school counselor they had provided cocaine and taught her to cook crack. Police said there was no evidence the couple offered drugs to their other children. The pair posted $25,000 bail and their other children were placed with grandparents.
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Fireworks blast kills 52 in Mexico City market
A massive explosion at a fireworks booth in central Mexico City sparked a fire that swept through La Merced and nearby structures. At least 52 people died and 100 were injured, including many critically burned, with 14 victims children. Authorities expect the death toll to rise as rescue work continued. Mayor Camacho Solis said a ban on makeshift fireworks stalls would be pursued.
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Richard Castellano dead at 55 in New Jersey
North Bergen, N J actor Richard Castellano known for Lovers and Other Strangers died Saturday at 55 from heart failure at his home. A Tony and Academy Award nominee noted for roles as Italian-Americans and for portraying Clemenza in The Godfather. Funeral set for Wednesday.
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