Obese youth's death probe focuses on mother trial
Christina Corrigan, 13, died at 680 pounds as her mother faces felony child abuse charges. Prosecutors contend the case hinges on neglect given her living conditions and health decline. defense portrays Corrigan as a overworked single mother. The trial explores obesity stigma, medical access, and lack of support services for heavy children.
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National Association
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Dianne Budd
Debora Burgard
Contra Costa County Superior Court
Martinez
Calif
Nichols verdict puzzles McVeigh jurors in Denver
Denver area residents who served on Nichols jury find their mixed verdict puzzling as McVeigh jurors say they would not be surprised by a harsher Nichols ruling. Differences cited include sequestration, length of deliberations, and emotional survivor testimony.
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Martha Hite
Fred Clarke
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Girl missing for 22 hours found in the wild
A 12-year-old girl Misty Harger wandered away from friends and survived 22 hours lost in wild terrain near Little Rock Arkansas. A mixed breed dog named Scotty befriended her and kept her alert through freezing conditions until rescue ahead of a snowstorm. Local sheriff praised her safe return and the dog’s loyalty.
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Two Year Old Dies Sledding With Grandfather in Park
In Milwaukee a two year old boy was killed when he was pinned between his grandfather and a tree after they struck an icy hill in a park while sledding. The incident occurred Sunday as they were moving down the slope.
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Debate over foreign farm workers and labor shortages
A GAO study finds no national agricultural labor shortage, though localized gaps may exist. Advocates warn more foreign workers depress wages and hinder union gains, while Congress weighs expanding H-2A visas by up to 25,000 annually.
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