Commission warns legal gambling would fleece big-city states
A confidential National Gambling Commission staff report argues that legal casinos could harm urban states by raising crime and social costs, offsetting tax gains. It praises Nevada for strict controls but warns urban legalization would burden government services unless casinos are isolated and privately run under tight regulation.
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National Gambling Commission
Sisters and brother face felony child abuse charges in alleged foster home imprisonment
Laura Johnson, 16, was rescued after years in a dark room with minimal food. Randolph Johnson and Willie B. Johnson, both 48 and 44, were arrested on felony child abuse charges and released on bail. Donald Johnson, 22, also alleges abuse and says he escaped five years ago. Laura hospitalized in critical condition, later reported as fair.
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Vibration in Oroville water line halts power plant
State experts probe an unusual vibration in a dam to plant water pipeline that forced closure of Edward Hyatt Powerplant beneath Oroville Dam and evacuated 15 employees. Investigators consider a pump back system while ruling out aftershocks from last year’s quake. partial power may resume today.
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Pacific Gas & Electric Co
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18 Inch Error Blamed for Fatal Los Angeles Gas Blast
Federal investigator cites an eighteen inch misplacement of a Stan oil gas line as the cause of a blast that leveled a city block killed four people and sent many to hospital with severe burns. Officials pursue blame, safety reviews, and prevention steps amid probe by NTSB.
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Los Angeles
UPI
Webster Todd Jr
National Transportation Safety Board
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