Investigators shift focus on Columbia wing seal
Investigators now target a seal on the shuttle left wing near where foam struck during liftoff. A slit or weakened seal could have allowed heat entry, potentially leading to the disaster on reentry. Debris analysis and bolt wear are key uncertainties guiding the probe.
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Mistrial Declared as Juror Sleeps During Cocaine Trial
AP reports in Cincinnati a judge declared a mistrial after a juror fell asleep during a cocaine case. Trial set to resume June 5 with possible 21 year maximum on charges. A high school student in attendance questioned the sleeping juror’s obscured view. Local East St. Louis contest sees former Mayor Carl Officer win another term after recounts. Cipriano suspect linked to violence in Haralson County. family victims noted. El Paso Merchant Energy sells East Coast Power stake to Goldman Sachs for 456 million.
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