Boston Feds: Man planned Pentagon blast
Rezwan Ferdaus, 26, of Ashland Massachusetts, was arrested in Framingham after federal agents provided what he believed were grenades six machine guns and 24 pounds of C 4 explosives. He planned to use remote controlled aircraft to attack the Pentagon and U S Capitol. Officials said the public was never in danger and the devices were closely monitored.
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U N to consider Palestinian bid for UN membership
The Security Council moves the Palestinians’ bid to the committee on new admissions for consideration. The committee will meet Friday to assess the application, with Mansour hoping for a timely positive decision. The United States has pledged to veto if the bid reaches nine of fifteen votes in the council.
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Alabama immigration law largely upheld by federal judge
U S District Judge Sharon Blackburn refused to block key provisions of Alabama's immigration law finding some parts conflict with federal statutes while others stand. The ruling leaves several elements stricter than similar laws in Arizona Utah Indiana and Georgia temporarily in place as Alabama plans appeals. The judge's prior injunction on the full law expires today.
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Portuguese hamlet hid American fugitive on run decades
George Wright, an American convicted murderer and former prison escapee, was living under the alias Jorge Santos in a Portugal coastal town for years. He was arrested at the request of the U S government and appeared in Lisbon for an extradition hearing. Wright had escaped from Bayide State Prison in 1970 and later participated with the Black Liberation Army, including a 1972 hijacking.
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County adopts Smart 911 system in Douglas County
Douglas County commissioners approve a five year plan costing 93000 to add a Web based Smart 911 component to aid dispatchers. Residents are urged to sign up and share minimal data such as name and cellphone to improve locating callers during 911 emergencies in Lawrence and Eudora areas.
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US attorney warns of Midwestern complacency toward terrorism
U S Attorney Barry Grissom urged Law rence Central Rotary Club to prioritize stopping terrorism while protecting civil rights. He cited cooperation with the Islamic Center in Wichita and noted ties to Kansas in historic terrorism cases. Grissom recalled Eyad Ismail, Timothy McVeigh, and Terry Nichols, stressing ongoing interagency collaboration since 9/11.
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Eudora district and teachers head to mediation over pay
A federal mediator will assist the Eudora School District and the Eudora Education Association in negotiations over raises and benefits. Teachers seek a $125 base salary increase for all 108 licensed educators plus step raises, $20 more monthly for health insurance, and a sell back of accrued leave at full daily wage for those with 15 years in the district. The district says funds are not available to meet these demands. Mediation begins tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Eudora Middle School library.
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