Congress Pay Raise to Begin
Congress will begin a 3.5 percent pay increase in January, lifting salaries to 69,800 dollars for members of both chambers. The raise follows a history of gradual increases and procedural delays dating back to 1975, with political sensitivities and informal resistance shaping when pay hikes occur.
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Associated Press
Washington
House
David R. Obey
D-Wis
Senate
Chicago court probe ends, Greylord to go public
In Cook County's vast judiciary, the Greylord inquiry nears disclosure after three years. Reported tactics include taped chambers, undercover agents, and dozens of potential indictments across judges, lawyers, and police officers.
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Chicago
U.S
FBI
Cook County
Greylord
Richard Brzeczek
Justice Department
Edward Genson
Wayne Olson
Bracton Lockwood
Southern Illinois
Judicial Chambers
Sam Adam
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Quadriplegic vows to starve rather than be force-fed
Elizabeth Bouvin, 26, a quadriplegic with cerebral palsy, told Riverside Superior Court she will starve herself if denied a court injunction against force-feeding. Judge Hews planned a temporary injunction after hearings. hospital psychiatrist Dr. Fisher vowed to defy any order, threatening discharge or force-feeding.
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Riverside
Calif
Elizabeth Bouvin
Bouvia
Donald E. Fisher
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