Two Killed in Gunbattle at Al Qaida Hideout
In Sana a Yemen security forces raided several homes Friday seeking al Qaida suspects. Two suspected militants were killed and three others arrested. two security personnel were wounded. Weapons cache found and seized.
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Man charged with murder in hit and run case
Los Angeles man Martin Valadez, 30, faces four counts each of murder and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated for allegedly striking Evelin Sanchez and her three children in a crosswalk, dragging them 100 feet. Bail set at 4 million after blood alcohol was recorded at .20 percent.
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City commission weighs pit bull rules amid safety debate
The commission faces a proposal to empower police to destroy vicious dogs that threaten public health or safety while also reviewing bids to issue 900000 in bonds for pool work and South Main Street reconstruction. A 2 pm public hearing will assess a state grant for capping abandoned wells and environmental board appointments are on the agenda.
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United Way Seeks Donations and Company Presentations
United Way donations rise with staff giving 670 as Leopold Insurance leads. Upcoming presentations include American Implement National By-Products SRS State Farm Claims Lee Construction and Garden Medical Clinic. Finney County United Way can be reached at 275-1425.
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GCCC negotiators stuck in salary talks over offer details
Salary discussions at GCCC reach impasse as trustees propose a fixed dollar raise, not a percent increase, while Meng declines to state the minimum they will accept. State funding may fall up to eight percent amid budget shortfalls, complicating negotiations on the bargaining unit and contract terms.
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Rhode Island House speaker faces downfall over harassment claim
Rhode Island House Speaker John Harwood, long seen as a powerful figure, faces a possible end to his tenure after a former statehouse worker, Wendy Collins, alleges sexual harassment. Collins settled for 75000, and Harwood's leadership team urged him not to seek reappointment as lawmakers call for his removal.
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Drought Drives Water Policy Debate in Governor’s Race
The drought touches a broad policy clash among candidates Graves Shallenburger and Sebelius with counties under drought warnings and warnings of severe shortages. Kansas Farm Bureau President Baccus urges conservation while advocates push for irrigation tech and tax credits amid concerns about agricultural impact and economic effects. A banking of water rights scheme and calls for a comprehensive plan mark the race as drought intensifies the need for a long term strategy.
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Immunizations drive serves all races with bilingual access
Munyan describes a clinic offering vaccines in Spanish and English with many services either free or low cost. The state funds vaccines, United Way contributes twenty five thousand dollars in 2003, and the clinic operates walk in on Mondays and Wednesdays with in school clinics at Victor Ornelas Elementary on Tuesdays. The staff emphasizes serving anyone regardless of ability to pay, including adults who may fear shots.
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Company expands beef recall by Moyer Packing Co
A Pennsylvania meat processor expands a beef recall after tests confirm E coli. Moyer Packing Co. is recalling 4,639 pounds of whole muscle beef chuck on top of 203,600 pounds of ground beef already recalled on Sept. 13, per Agriculture Department.
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