Congress to crack down on elderly scams
Congress moves to shield seniors from scams after a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing with victims and law enforcement. Senators, led by David Pryor, vow new legislation as juries hear accounts of home repair fraud, prize scams, and costly pressures on elderly victims nationwide.
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Jobs Lost as Plant Closes Its Division in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Rolling Mills, a Sharon Steel division in New Castle, will close on Wednesday, costing 38 local jobs. Bankruptcy trustee James Walsh intends to find a buyer as operations wind down, while the parent company shuts major steel facilities and faces broader layoffs. A bankruptcy hearing is set for Wednesday in Pittsburgh.
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Woman fights abuse claims as child seeks parental rights termination
In Orlando, Gregory Kingsley, 12, testifies against his mother Rachel Kingsley in a bid to terminate parental rights and allow adoption by his foster parents George and Lizabeth Russ. Witnesses describe alleged alcoholism and neglect while Mrs. Kingsley argues she provided a stable home and faced social services obstacles.
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Bradley to retire as Los Angeles mayor after 20 years
Los Angeles mayor Tom Bradley announced he will not seek another term, saying change and time for new leadership are needed. The 74 year old Democrat reflected on his record five terms, his role as the city’s first Black mayor, and cited downtown revitalization, LAX upgrades, and environmental cleanups among his accomplishments.
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UFO Sighting Reported Near Old Butler Road
A caller to the New Castle News said a unidentified flying object with blinking red and blue lights was stationary for about an hour near Old Butler Road. No further details were provided.
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Weather forecast shows mild coastal conditions
Weather outlook for the region calls for near 70 degree highs and nighttime lows in the 50s with light winds and dry skies. Forecasters expect pleasant conditions through the day with no significant precipitation.
Foam spray mishap ties to Letterman on live TV
Chicago AP reports chemistry teacher Lee Marek blamed host David Letterman for a foam spray incident during a recent experiment. Marek planned foam discharge through a shredder to charge the foam toward the audience, but fans directed it at his crew and Letterman, who escaped as Marek saw it coming and left. Marek, 47, has appeared on Letterman five times after his group Weird Science was featured.
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Tailhook scandal leads to Navy admiral retirements
The Tailhook probe results in retirements for Rear Admirals Williams and Gordon after findings of inadequate investigations. Acting Navy Secretary Sean O'Keefe cited a broader culture problem within the service and announced reassignment for Inspector General George Davis as a Senate confirmation moves forward. The IG continues a separate report detailing events at the 1991 Las Vegas Tailhook gathering.
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