One Man Crusade to Ban Lawn Darts After Daughter’s Death
David Snow, a Hughes Aircraft supervisor from California, turns activist after his 7-year-old daughter Michelle was killed by a lawn dart. He lobbies Washington to ban the toy, citing three related deaths and hundreds of injuries annually. The Consumer Product Safety Commission considers warnings and design changes, with Snow’s persistence helping push tighter rules and lawsuits against retailers.
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Four jailed in slaying of policeman
Four men arrested in Queens for the February 26 ambush killing of Officer Edward Byrne were arraigned on second degree murder charges and remanded without bail. Police linked one suspect to two other drug related murders and said a high level drug dealer ordered the hit. The defendants include Todd Scott, 19, and Scott Cobb, 24, Philip Copeland, 22, and David McClary, 22.
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Prince Charles urges reforms to avert urban disasters
In Pittsburgh the Prince of Wales joins architects and planners at the Remaking Cities Conference. He warns US and UK urban design has produced disastrous results and calls for inclusive consultation with residents to rebuild livable cities. He notes industrial decay in England mirrors Pittsburgh area while touring nearby mill towns. He plans to travel to Florida for a World Wildlife Fund event before returning to London.
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Los Angeles Anti-Gang Sweep Nets 131 Arrests
A 200 officer anti-gang task force swept inner-city LA neighborhoods, arresting 131 by early Saturday. Seizures included drugs, 68 cars and a gun. 22 arrested for drug violations and 21 for DUI. The operation aimed to curb rising gang violence and followed a fatal stray bullet near UCLA.
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