Bush's Supreme Court nominee prepares for hearings
President Bush nominates David H. Souter for the Supreme Court and he returns to Washington for briefing on confirmation. The White House says the nomination will be formally submitted Wednesday and Souter will meet with Senate leadership and Judiciary Committee members. Souter's readiness and qualifications are praised by aides and supporters as hearings are expected in September.
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Candidate rejects offer of probation
Lawrence bound congressional candidate Mark Creamer refused a two year probation in a marijuana possession case. He chose to serve the remaining four months of a six month sentence, saying he would not accept terms requiring regular reporting or drug tests.
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Local boy injured in shooting accident in Lawrence
A five year old Lawrence boy, Ronnie Burris, was shot when another child discharged a loaded .243 rifle at a southeast Lawrence residence. He was treated at Lawrence Memorial Hospital and later airlifted to Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City in serious condition. police continue to investigate the incident.
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Lawrence considers half cent sales tax hike to fund police and fire
Voters decide August 7 on a plan to raise city sales tax to 5 percent, with 1 percent city tax funding 27 police officers and nine firefighters while property tax relief offsets some bills. The proposal adds about 32.5 dollars yearly for a four person grocery family and 17.47 for a retired couple, and the first year yield is estimated at 2.7 million dollars.
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Panel asks broadened probe into former Housing Secretary Pierce
A congressional panel urged a special prosecutor to expand the inquiry into former Housing Secretary Samuel Pierce. The request signals a possible widening of misconduct concerns tied to his tenure and related activities.
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Employment costs rise 5.2 percent in year to June
The Labor Department reports wages salaries and benefits for American workers rose 5.2 percent in the 12 months ending in June, driven by higher wage and benefit costs. The increase outpaced last year and adds to inflation concerns as consumer inflation tops 5.9 percent for the year.
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Fast-food fries switch to cholesterol-free oil
McDonald's and Wendy's have begun cooking fries in 100 percent vegetable oil, joining Hardee's and Burger King in phasing out beef tallow. The move follows campaigns by health advocate Phil Sokolof, who argues fatty foods harm heart health and cites ads and public pressure as drivers of change.
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