Embryo ruling adds chill to fertility rights debate
In Chicago Alison Miller and Todd Parrish sued after a fertility clinic did not preserve a healthy test-tube embryo they hoped would become their child. Cook County Judge Jeff Lawrence refused to dismiss, treating the embryo as a human being and letting the wrongful death suit proceed. Experts fear the ruling could chill in vitro fertilization abortion and stem cell research, with the American Society for Reproductive Medicine weighing amicus briefs against the decision. The clinic’s attorney declined further comment while signaling possible appeals.
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Embryo storage error sparks legal clash over rights
In a Chicago case, a judge cites Illinois wrongful death law to allow a suit over a clinic error that left an embryo undeposited in frozen storage. Experts warn ruling could affect embryo custody and stem cell research, drawing national attention while the couple seeks redress.
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Virginia House Backs Gay Marriage Ban Amendment
The Virginia House approved a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage by a 78-18 vote. If the Senate agrees and negotiators finish reconciliations, the measure could go to voters in November 2006. Delegate Adam Ebbin, the chamber's first openly gay member, warned the move will be viewed in history as shameful.
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Ebbin
Virginia
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Ohio
Flawed Wisconsin quarters draw attention of collectors
Wisconsin quarters issued last year show design variations on the back affecting a leaf marking. Collectors in Tucson and San Antonio report rarer versions fetch 500 to 600 dollars each, with a three-coin set offered near 1099 dollars. The U.S. Mint is reviewing how the differences occurred.
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Rick Snow
Eagle Eye Rare Coins Inc
Ters
U.S. Mint
Mike White
Tiniest twin survives to go home after six months in hospital
MAYWOOD Ill A baby born weighing less than a soda can Ra maisa Rahman is said to be the smallest ever to survive. Born September 19 at Loyola University Medical Center she weighed 8.6 ounces and measured 9.42 inches. Now five pounds eight ounces and nearly 17 inches long she will be weaned from oxygen. Her twin Hiba was born 1 pound 4 ounces and 12 inches long. she now weighs 8 pounds 8 ounces and is 19 inches. Both have strong prognosis.
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Guardsman charged with Iraq murder in Indiana
Indiana National Guardsman Cpl. Dustin Berg faced charges of murder for the death of an Iraqi citizen near Nippur in November 2003. He also faces false swearing and unauthorized award charges, with a Fort Knox hearing to decide on court-martial eligibility. Berg, 21, from Ferdinand, Indiana, had earlier been wounded and awarded a Purple Heart. The case ties to his unit, the 1st Battalion 152nd Infantry Regiment, based in Jasper.
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Man who set son on fire convicted of gun possession
Charles Rothenberg, once known as Charles Charles, was found guilty of felon in possession of a handgun and ammunition in San Francisco. He previously served prison time for burning his 6-year-old son in 1983. He testified he bought the gun in 1997 after being shot at, claiming vigilante retaliation drove his need for protection. No sentencing date set.
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