Gun ownership exceeds other consumer goods in U.S. survey
Washington poll shows 68 percent of Americans believe easy gun access fuels violence. Among nonowners 83 percent support universal gun registration, 13 percent oppose. Handgun ownership trends rise with 77 percent backing handgun registration. Nearly half of households report a gun. Elton John earns Hollywood Star on Walk of Fame with flamboyant outfit and large crowd.
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Beasts of Lafayette Reservoir Rumor Draws Search
Rangers hunt an eight foot alligator blamed for closing Lafayette Reservoir near San Francisco. Ground crews in boats on foot and in air join the probe after a ranger reported a long shape moving near shore. The incident prompted state wildlife officials to verify the tale.
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Condor count shows 29 in California mountains
In a two day survey near the southern San Joaquin Valley, officials logged 29 California Condors after filtering out duplicate sightings from 171 reports. Spotters across 41 stations monitored birds as experts note a likely continuing downward trend for the endangered species despite ongoing conservation efforts.
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Oklahoma City policemen walk off over salaries
About 500 police officers in Oklahoma City walked off duty over a 10 percent pay raise dispute after the city council rejected arbitration board recommendations. Wounded officer Byron Wood and other officers delivered badges to City Manager Howard McMahan as part of the protest. Governor Boren ordered highway patrol coverage and the National Guard was alerted.
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