Chain gangs labeled slavery suit filed in Alabama
Michael Austin, a 29 year old inmate at Limestone Correctional Facility, filed a federal suit claiming chain gang labor in leg irons constitutes slavery and violates the Constitution. He seeks $100,000 and names Gov. Fob James and prison officials as defendants. Over 300 inmates were mobbed into chained groups for roadside cleanup as Alabama restarted chain gangs.
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AFL-CIO Officer Donahue to Retire from Leadership Role
AFL-CIO Secretary Treas Thomas R Donahue will retire and not seek any office. His decision ends speculation he might be a temporary or interim president if Lane Kirkland is ousted. Donahue rejected joining a contested leadership plan and reaffirmed support for Kirkland amid low union membership.
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Lawrence Weather Summary and Road Report Details
Daily climate figures include high 71 and low 56 with overnight 58. Historical highs and lows noted for this date. Precipitation trace month to date 2.17 inches year to date 9.82 inches. Access road reports via Journal-World line by dialing 865-5000 and category 6799. Moon phases listed with dates. Continuous city data and agency contacts provided.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Mixed Rain Chances
The forecast calls for a 30 percent rain chance tonight with a low of 54. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy and dry with a high near 69 and a low around 51. Thursday looks mostly dry with highs in the 70s and a low near 40. Friday may see storms with highs in the 60s and a low around 50. Saturday continues to carry a storm risk with highs in the 70s and a low about 50.
The Oklahoma bombing spurs wide conspiracy theories
Following the Oklahoma City bombing, many groups dispute official explanations and push a flood of theories. Militias blame Japan, claim U.S. government retaliation, or accuse the UN of a New World Order plot. Some tie the event to Waco and Clinton bodyguards, while others doubt the double-blast claim and cite seismograph readings.
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Gossip study says boys and girls gossip equally though reasons differ
University of Michigan research finds preteens gossip about 18 times per hour with up to half their time spent chatting. Girls focus on crushes while boys discuss general topics, and closeness influences how often each group gossips.
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Dogs Short Sidewalk Lights With Urine Destroys System
In Tiburon California AP reports canines urinate on downtown Shoreline Park lighting, shorting a 20000 dollar system. Public Works Director says damage costs 200 dollars monthly and all fixtures corrosion. Town plans 4500 dollar repair budget next year.
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