Ed Case wins rare Hawaii special election for Mink term
Democrat Ed Case captured 51 percent of votes in the 2nd District free-for-all, edging Patsy Mink’s widower John Mink as the field of 38 candidates contends for the late congresswoman’s seat. Case could gain seniority if he wins the January 4 special, despite unclear swearing-in. A California condor released two years earlier was found dead near Atascadero under a power line, with burn marks on feathers. wildlife officials cite possible electrocution, part of ongoing string of condor mortality in the Ventana Wilderness program.
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House built by ex Enron executive burns in Houston
Fire investigators probe a blaze at a three story Houston mansion once sold by indicted ex Enron CFO Andrew Fastow. The home, purchased for 3.9 million by energy official Thomas Hook, had about 300000 in unfinished work. Fastow pleaded innocent to a 78 count indictment alleging he looted the company.
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New York City Mayor declines wedding officiating duties
Mayor Michael Bloomberg has declined to officiate at weddings in New York City, turning down dozens of invitations since taking office. Spokesman Ed Skyler says the mayor lacks time and does not want to offend invitees by choosing. The stance contrasts with predecessors Dinkins and Giuliani who also avoided the role. Ed Koch likewise refused the ceremonial duty.
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Drunken driver on trial for murder in fatal crash
Spartanburg South Carolina judge and prosecutors seek murder charges against Jerry James Carruth a 55 year old with a long DUI record after his head on collision killed Tony Howard 42 father of three Carruth who uses a wheelchair is charged with murder and felony DUI despite past DUI convictions and a license that requires only an automatic transmission.
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