Federal fraud conviction of Keating overturned by judge
In Los Angeles a judge granted Charles Keating’s bid to overturn his federal fraud and racketeering conviction, ruling juror contamination from a prior conviction may have affected deliberations. A status conference is set for January 16.
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Angel Tree toy drive locations and contacts in Odessa
The Angel Tree displays will list children needing toys at City Hall Odessa American Thrifty Nickel and Texas Commerce Bank. For details call Odessa 333 7720 or Salvation Army 332 0738.
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Pitt Denies Rumor Of Paltrow Engagement
Publicist Cindy Guagenti dismisses reports Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow plan a web wedding in Argentina while Pitt films Seven Years in Tibet. The rumor, seeded by an unidentified source, has circulated for months despite Pitt’s denial.
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Family Rescued After Plane Crash In Heavy Weather
In pouring rain and fog over the Pocono mountains a small plane vanished after a fuel call from Milford New Jersey residents Gary and Marie Knapp with two daughters Annie and Isa. Rescuers, including 300 volunteers from 13 fire companies and 19 agencies, found the family after 16 hours in taped blankets. The crew activated a beacon, aiding a ground-only search that avoided aircraft due to conditions. The family remained in Pocono Medical Center with minor injuries as Annie focused on pizza upon rescue.
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Note on TLCS Office Location in Odessa Texas
The Texas Commission TLCS office is located in Odessa at 4682 University Boulevard. Contact number is (915) 368-5243 for inquiries or verification.
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Odessa American surveys on superintendent candidates
Readers can vote on the district’s superintendent search via toll phone lines fax or email with responses due by Thursday midnight and results published Sunday. The notice notes privacy concerns and the Texas law affecting candidate eligibility while asking if ECISD should identify candidates before finalists are chosen.
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InfoLine 580-INFO Notice
A line from InfoLine 580-INFO states responders may answer anonymously but offer a quoted name if desired. The message emphasizes no mandatory identification and invites voluntary attribution.
Stabbing incident described with conflicting witness accounts
Witnesses dispute fights before a stabbing as Kilgore recalls a pencil instead of a knife. The attacker left a 40 foot blood trail in the parking lot while Kilgore, in slacks and a sport shirt, fled on adrenaline. Cory Thompson says Kilgore looked scared during the event.
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Odessa runoff set at seven voting locations due to merged precincts
In Ector County the runoff headlines a low turnout with only one Odessa candidate, attorney Gary Watkins, in the race. Elections officials expect subdued interest, noting Watkins led with 55 percent in November and that Langston and Duncan trail. Candidates plan campus appearances and focus on education, welfare reform, and juvenile crime while debating property tax reform strategies.
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Prisoner Release Sparks Investigation and IDs System
Donaldson criticizes the release of prisoners as improper while an inquiry unfolds. A new wristband imaging system is proposed to verify inmate identities, aiming to prevent deception of law enforcement. Castaneda notes challenges with undocumented workers lacking Social Security numbers and relying on DOB, birthplaces, and full names for identification.
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Justices weigh Brady gun control in landmark case
Monday arguments focused on the Brady law as justices consider federal versus state powers. The court has signaled shifts toward states rights, striking down a school proximity ban in 1995 and ruling against federal court mandates in Indian gambling disputes. The Brady measure named for James Brady, wounded in 1981, faces a ruling due next July.
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Odessa American Classifieds Advertising Terms
Odessa American notes publication details and guidelines for ads. It warns it may reject ads, not be liable for errors or omissions, and outlines contact and fax numbers for the Odessa Classified Department.
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