Son of Sam charged in New York killings ends yearlong manhunt
Berkowitz, 24, a Yonkers postal worker, faced charges of second degree murder and related counts after arrest at his car outside his home. Police said he admitted on arrest and a loaded .44 revolver tied to the ambush attacks was found in his car.
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Berkowitz arraigned in slaying case tied to Son of Sam case
Berkowitz appeared in Brooklyn Criminal Court in the Moskowitz murder as prosecutors sought no bail. Judge Richard Brown ordered psychiatric evaluation and segregation. A witness described a middle aged woman matching the dog linked by police to the ticket. Breslin quoted Berkowitz claiming commands from a neighbor's dog and a plan to die in a blaze of glory.
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Drug committee probes patrols past acts in Nebraska
Nebraska lawmakers examine claims of undercover informants and alleged entrapment by the State Patrol. Attorney General Paul Douglas says investigations of prior charges found no substantiation while the special committee weighs possible misuse of funds and dossiers on officials.
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Lincoln to host Junior Olympic event boosts revenue
This weekend's Junior Olympic competition will bring thousands of athletes and national TV to Lincoln. The Chamber of Commerce estimates $1 million in added revenue for the Capital City, with coverage on national television.
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Senate faces big hurdle on Panama canal treaty
Washington AP notes administration officials optimistic about rallying two thirds in the Senate to ratify a new Panama treaty by 2000. Rough estimates show about 50 senators favorable, 22 opposed, with others undecided. The deal preserves an indefinite U.S. role in canal defense as Panamanian sovereignty returns.
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School Aid Fight Hits Taxpayers Pocketbooks
Lincoln Journal analysis shows a $20 million state aid hike to local schools shifting costs to residents. Three average Lincoln taxpayers, two children, standard deduction, face higher net taxes from a rise in income tax from 17 to 18 percent and a half point sales tax uptick. The article weighs property tax savings against broader tax shifts and estimates dollar impacts for married couples in the Lincoln district.
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Petition drives against state aid hike seek referendum
About 40 000 Nebraskans sign petitions opposing a 20 million state aid increase to education. The effort aims to force a 1978 referendum, arguing that the tax changes raise sales and income taxes while reducing property taxes for some and increasing others. Some officials say the increase was needed to keep state government funded.
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