Today in History June 5 highlights RFK and more
On June 5 history marks RFK's 1968 assassination in Los Angeles at the Ambassador Hotel after California primary victory claim. Sirhan Sirhan arrested. Also noted are Sherman's 1884 veto of a Republican nomination, 1917 draft registrations, 1933 end of the gold standard, 1967 Middle East conflict, and 2004 death of Ronald Reagan at age 93 in Los Angeles.
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Rezko Convicted in Illinois Political Corruption Case
Antoin Rezko, a key fundraiser for Barack Obama and Rod Blagojevich, was found guilty of fraud money laundering and bribery after a trial that exposed a corrupt culture in Illinois politics. He was taken into custody as U S Attorney Fitzgerald called the verdict an antidote to the poison of corruption. The trial alleged payoffs and abuse involving a $40 billion pension fund and hospital construction decisions.
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Rod Blagojevich
Illinois
Antoin
Tony” Rezko
Blagojevich
U.S
Patrick J. Fitzgerald
Criminal case looms over polygamist sect after raid
The Yearning For Zion Ranch sect faces a criminal probe over alleged child marriages after authorities returned 440 children to their parents following a raid in San Angelo Texas. Prosecutors may pursue charges as officials urge caution in the wake of prior abuse allegations.
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David Doran
Truck blast in Baghdad kills 18 in Shiite district
A truck packed with rockets exploded in a dense Baghdad neighborhood, killing 18 and wounding 75. Three U.S. soldiers died nearby in gunfire north of the capital. Officials say the blast may have been accidental during transport by Shiite militiamen, targeting a police general's home.
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Sept 11 plotters to face arraignment at Guantanamo
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four fellow detainees will be arraigned today inside a high security courthouse at Guantanamo Bay. The case tests the tribunal system amid Supreme Court review and ongoing calls to close the offshore detention center. Dozens of reporters and legal teams arrived as prosecutors and defense attorneys prepare for possible death sentences.
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Tom Hartmann
Hartmann
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U.S
George W. Bush
Barack Obama
John McCain
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Washington
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Contact information for Journal-World offices and desks
The Journal-World provides contact numbers for various departments including Local News, City and County Government, Kansas University, Lawrence Schools, Business, Sports, Arts and Entertainment, Letters to the Editor, Obituaries, and Photo Reprints. Outside Lawrence, call (800) 578-8748 or use the web feedback form.
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Newspaper Staff Contacts and Customer Service Numbers
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French court annuls marriage over alleged virginity claim
A Lille court voided a 2006 Muslim wedding after ruling the bride misrepresented herself as virgin, calling the union a breach of contract. Critics fear the decision erodes women's rights, fueling fears secular values bow to immigrant traditions. Urban Affairs Minister Amara called it a fatwa against emancipation.
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Today's Poll from Twailworld.com Votes Open
Twailworld.com presents an online poll inviting readers to cast a yes no or don't know response. Readers are directed to www.ijworld.com to view more answers and participate.
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