Florida Keys Minke whale shot five times and dies
Wildlife officials report a four-ton Minke whale stranded near Big Pine Key after being shot at least five times. A necropsy found five bullet wounds. Officials say this is the first marine mammal shooting investigated by NMFS agent Logan Gregory. The whale died last week, and the incident underscores disturbing real violence in wildlife events.
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Democrats slow in refunding tainted donations
The Democratic Party delays returning 1.5 million dollars from tainted contributions citing financial limits. DNC officials say refunds may take months as audits continue, with Amy Weiss Tobe noting funds will be sent once affordable. Republicans condemn the slow action and demand prompt repayment.
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Clinton urges parents to talk to children about drugs
President Clinton told about three dozen parents and students in the White House East Room that baby boomers should discuss drug use openly with their kids. He recalled his own marijuana experiment at Oxford and urged honesty to counter confusing messages from peers and dealers.
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Army sex harassment cases to proceed at Aberdeen Proving Ground
Army Secretary Togo West announced that proceedings on sexual misconduct charges at Aberdeen Proving Ground will move forward. He rejected outside investigations urged by the NAACP and noted the convening authority can determine if statements were coerced. The case adds pressure as several trials proceed next week and more complaints surface.
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Angelou urges faith to inspire others at NCJ meeting
Poet Maya Angelou told a National Conference of Christians and Jews chapter gathering in Norfolk Virginia that faith across religions can motivate people to be better. She recalled reading poetry during a childhood hardship and praised sacrifice in African American verse.
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LA police arrest one in murder of Cosby
Los Angeles police say one man has been arrested and two others are being questioned in the murder of Ennis Cosby, 27, who was shot while changing a flat tire near Mulholland Drive. Details remain sketchy as investigators pursue a breakthrough.
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