McVeigh Trial Nearing Verdict After Defense Rest
Jurors in the Timothy McVeigh trial face closing arguments after the defense rested in five weeks of testimony. Prosecutors portrayed McVeigh as a terrorist, while defense lawyers argued testimony and evidence were flawed. The case, involving 168 dead and 500 injured, moves toward final instructions and potential sequestering of the jury.
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Teen arrested in murder of 7-year-old at Primm casino
An 18-year-old high school student, Jeremy Strohmeyer, was arrested in Long Beach on suspicion of fatally harming seven year old Sherrice Iverson inside a women's restroom at the Primadonna Resort in Primm, Nevada. Police say he befriended her, gained her trust, and entered the restroom with her after casino security cautioned families.
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No Surprises Policy Written For Private Lands
Washington AP The Clinton administration will publish proposed rules on the no surprises policy that would exempt private land owners from the Endangered Species Act if they voluntarily protect fish and wildlife. Public comment will be taken after nearly three years of informal adoption by the Interior Department.
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Deadly Texas twister leaves Jarrell in ruins
A violent multi vortex tornado ripped through Jarrell Texas Tuesday afternoon killing at least 27 people and injuring many more while sweeping a half mile by five mile stretch of countryside. As rescue workers search for 23 missing residents authorities estimate damage at up to 20 million dollars and appeal for aid from Washington.
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FTC Moves To Ban Joe Camel Advertising
The FTC filed charges against R J Reynolds accusing the Joe Camel campaign of targeting children with cigarette ads. The agency seeks a ban on most Joe Camel advertising and an anti teen smoking education order for 10 years. The company vows to fight and hearings begin June 24.
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