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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1996

Page

10

Shuttle ends record flight despite sticky hatch problem

NASA officials reported a smooth closing of the shuttle mission after a jammed hatch forced the cancellation of planned spacewalks for Hubble repair and space station work. Commander Kenneth Cockrell called it one little sticky doorknob as Engineers will inspect the hatch early this week to determine the cause.

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State takes control of Miami's finances

Miami faces a fiscal crisis as the state moves to seize control of city finances amid debt and service cuts. The city, once touted as a future financial hub with a glamorous image, struggles with poverty and political turmoil involving managers tied to the Mariel boatlift. City figures defend past bond use while acknowledging hard times, as leaders cite programs like tourism and conventions to stabilize the area. The broader implications touch on local governance and the city’s ability to fund day-to-day operations.

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Tampa unrest after police shooting sparks tense night

A large crowd threw bottles and taunted police after two white officers shot and killed Matthew Mills during a struggle for a gun in Tampa. Officials said the city remained calm despite earlier riots in nearby St. Petersburg and emphasized that residents would receive a fair shake.

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