Fire devours Oakland Hills homes as investigators probe
In Oakland California homeowners and crews comb ash for remnants while arson probes seek a spark for the deadly blaze that killed 24 and destroyed thousands of homes. Investigators question contractors as search and flood barrier work continues amid fears of mudslides from an upcoming rain.
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Compromise Advancing on Civil Rights Bill Faces Key Hurdles
Lawmakers press a compromise on a civil rights bill to expand defenses for employers against unintentional discrimination while increasing damages for sexual harassment. Sununu calls it a significant victory though Bush vetoes linger. Democratic and Republican support may bring the measure to the floor.
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Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry dies at 70
Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek and producer of the original series, died at 70 after a heart attack in Santa Monica. A WWII flier and former Pan Am pilot, he launched the Starship Enterprise in the 1960s, with Kirk and Spock among its famed crew, and his vision spurred six films and a later TV revival.
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County funds end dairy farm era amid relocation talk
The Schrodels say county officials completed a deal when funds were provided, leaving them little choice but to move. Tim Taverner of Frederick Residents for Environmental Defense notes the county’s actions limited the Schrodels’ options and criticizes former commissioners for driving out the dairy operation.
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Walkersville Senior Injured In Soccer Match
Walkersville Lions midfielder Kurt Cunningham was knocked unconscious in the first half after a high knee struck him during a game with Francis Scott Key Eagles. He was flown to the Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in fair stable condition. Eagles striker Paul Coale also suffered a mild concussion and a broken nose. FSK won 4 to 2 as play resumed.
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Lake Linganore water deal sparks debate and housing goal
Residents and officials clash on lake use as the county seeks to withdraw 2 million gallons daily after upgrades while Lake Linganore plans 8,800 homes. About 800 built, officials tout partnership but call for careful drawdown limits. Some residents urge Potomac River alternatives to protect property values and recreation.
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Obituaries and funeral notices for Winklepleck and Eury
Funeral services were held for Mr. Scott Lee Winklepleck at Etchison Memorial Chapel Frederick with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Also observed were funeral services for Mrs. Margaret M. Eury of Knoxville at John T. Williams Funeral Home Brunswick with burial at Bark Haight.
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