Long murder trial of Dr Simp son nears end after weary hearings
Nearly nine months into the murder case against Dr Simp son the trial narrows to a close as witnesses wrap up in a courtroom marked by an exasperated judge and a fatigued jury. The proceedings recall the January start date and lead toward resolution with jurors displaying fatigue and occasional snickering as SEE STORY:PAGE 3A.
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Colder Today With Rain Expected Across Region
Weather bulletin notes rain and falling temperatures across the area. Curtailed by the storm system, temperatures retreat with damp conditions likely through the day and into the evening, prompting advisories for drivers and outdoor plans.
Attorney interview hints at courthouse employee case
Ronald Elberger defending Judge Winny McClain questions dating gesture in a case where McClain is accused of pursuing a courthouse employee. The remark appears on page 6E, reflecting tense local coverage.
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House Allows States to Set Highway Safety Rules
The House approved a broad highway safety bill 419 to 7 giving states power to set speed limits and helmet rules while exempting thousands of drivers and trucks from federal regulations. A separate zero tolerance provision would withhold federal highway funds from states that do not ban drinking by drivers under 21.
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AT&T to split into three independent units
AT&T will divide into three companies, one making computers, one building telephone equipment, and one retaining the AT&T name to provide long distance and cellular service. The move aims to boost agility after $7.5 billion NCR takeover losses and follows antitrust downsizing. Investors welcomed the plan with AT&T stock rising to $60 as details await on Page 3D.
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Republicans Target Budget Cuts to Balance U.S. Budget
Republicans pressed a sweeping plan to balance the budget by 2002, targeting health care for the poor and student loan programs. They seek cuts of 182 billion from Medicaid and 270 billion from Medicare, despite Democratic opposition and concerns over nursing home care access.
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AT&T breakup probes new asset and revenue figures
The report outlines AT&T divisions and assets including Communications Services, Global Information Solutions, and Capital Corp with annual revenues quoted at 75.1 billion, 49 billion, and 1.4 billion respectively. Ownership structures indicate majority AT&T stake and plans for asset sales and stock reallocation.
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KU Economics PhD Rated Marginal by NRC Study
The National Research Council rated the KU economics doctoral program as marginal for faculty quality and minimally effective in educating scholars, the lowest grade among continuing programs of 29 U.S. economics PhD programs. KU officials say the Spanish program fared much better, ranking 11th nationally in quality and tied for first in effectiveness, reflecting the report’s broad national scope and its potential impact on future applicants and budgets.
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District won't add Sunset Hill teacher despite enrollment drop
Sunset Hill School will keep its current staff with no new hires after losing a teacher to Quail Run. Parents warned of imbalanced classes as third and fourth grades faced combined options, while district leaders study better enrollment projections and aim to notify families earlier.
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