Trucker convicted of capital murder in Pelham shootings
A Shelby County jury found 35 year old Alan Eugene Miller guilty of capital murder for a rampage that killed three men at Ferguson Enterprises and Post Airgas in Pelham Alabama. The jury recommended the death penalty and sentencing will be scheduled by Judge Al Crowson.
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Washington Poll Shows Shifting Views on Roe V Wade Support
A Los Angeles Times poll finds overall support for Roe v Wade fading from 56 percent in 1991 to 43 percent today while opposition to a constitutional abortion ban remains. Americans lean toward a live-and-let-live stance, balancing morality with noninterference in others choices.
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Assad to be named president and party leader
Syria’s Baath Party opened its first congress in 15 years to formalize the transition to Bashar Assad, 34, son of Hafez Assad. He is poised to become secretary general as early as today, with parliament set to vote on the presidency on June 25. The party also plans a new 90 member central committee and 21 member executive.
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Marine general reassures on Osprey flight safety
Gen James Jones flew the MV-22 Osprey with 11 passengers and crew of four at Naval Air Station Cain. He praised the aircraft as a safe, ready-to-carry passengers while acknowledging scrutiny over the costly program.
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Congress haggles over emergency funding
Washington lawmakers debate reviving a stalled multibillion dollar package to fund Colombia, Kosovo peacekeepers, and domestic disaster relief. House approved 13 billion earlier. Senate in opposition. Administration pressures for quick action before June 30 recess and budget cuts if delayed.
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Hollywood Walk of Fame Star for Sam Jackson Opens Crowd on Hollywood Boulevard
Sam Jackson unveils his Hollywood Walk of Fame star to about 500 fans on Hollywood Boulevard. The 195th star along the Walk, Jackson, 51, reflects on 1969 memories and attends with family for his daughter's graduation while friends including William Friedkin and Dustin Hoffman are present.
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Phil Witke Wire Reports Compiles Local News
Phil Witke compiles local news from W Wire Reports covering community events, updates, and brief briefs. The roundup highlights talks, meetings, and small developments affecting residents across the area.
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