Specter Proudly Rejoins Democratic Party in Pennsylvania
Sen Arlen Specter told Pennsylvania Democrats he is pleased and proud to be back in the party he left decades ago. He said, I am again a Democrat, after a career started as a Republican. The speech at a Democratic State Committee gathering rode a backdrop of unity with some union rally activity and hints of primary challenges for 2010.
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North Korea sentences reporters on humanitarian grounds
The officials said the reporters were sentenced to 12 years, the maximum allowed, with discussions about post-negotiation pardons and humanitarian aid. Analysts warn Pyongyang may use the reporters as leverage in talks with the United States.
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North Korea tensions mount over trials and nuclear tests
The piece notes North Korea’s hard line rhetoric amid sanctions threats and a fresh nuclear blast and missile tests. It cites potential new long range test sites, secrecy surrounding the China border trial of two jailed journalists, and lack of public or foreign observer access. No comment from Gore aides or South Korea government.
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Abortion foe Roeder warns of more killings after Tiller death
Wichita awaits national response as Scott Roeder, jailed for the George Tiller murder, tells the AP of planned violence to derail abortion rights. Law enforcement weighs credibility while advocates urge calm, with figures from NARAL and Operation Rescue commenting on the threat and activism.
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Three Unidentified Women to Be Buried in Pa
Three unidentified women, one found 1999 in Wilkinsburg, another in 2000 in an abandoned Homestead tunnel, and the third from 2003 in the Allegheny River, will be buried this week in western Pennsylvania. Investigators have not identified them and continue to pursue clues.
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Police Run Sobriety Checkpoint In Neshannock Township
Pennsylvania State Police and Neshannonk Township Police conducted a weekend sobriety checkpoint on Pulaski Road. Of 150 motorists stopped, one drug arrest, four DUI arrests, four traffic citations, and eight written warnings were issued.
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