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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1996
Page
2
Washington proposes weaker airbags and a deactivation option to reduce risks for children and smaller occupants. Rules would allow 20 to 35 percent less pressure and seek adaptive sensor bags by 1999. Public comment ends February 5.
Earl Edwin Pitts, a 13 year FBI veteran, pleaded innocent in Alexandria to selling secrets to Moscow for more than 224000 dollars between 1987 and 1992. Prosecutors say investigators taped or observed him nearly 5700 times during a 16 month undercover probe. The case marks the second time an FBI agent has faced spying charges. Trial set for April 21.
Boulder authorities face questions over the death of six year old JonBenet Ramsey found in her home basement after an initial kidnapping report. City officials say no danger to the public and decline to confirm any suspects or a remaining killer.
New York reports widespread tightening of merchandise returns as retailers curb fraud. Policies now include restocking fees for missing parts and receipts required for refunds, with time limits on exchanges. NRF notes 1995 returns formed 12 percent of department store sales and 8.6 percent at specialty shops, while electronics are hardest to return.
Rev. Jesse Jackson met Oakland school officials amid debate over recognizing Ebonics as a separate language. He urged focus on correcting standard English and linked student performance to poverty. District and state officials defended intent, noting no funding changes and clarifying wording about genetic language origins.
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