Measles confirmed in Midland as cases rise
Measles cases confirmed in Midland with four additional suspected cases. An eight year old girl tested positive, while health officials await lab results for two at Midland Memorial Hospital and two at the Police Department. MISD and county health officials report heavy caller volume and consider wide vaccination if multiple cases arise.
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Anglers enjoy Westlake Park trout stocking boost
Westlake Park anglers reel in rainbow trout as Parks and Recreation reports a strong response to about ten days of pond stocking. Notable anglers include Santiago Hinojos, 69, and his grandson Valentin, 3, of south Odessa, braving the wind to fish.
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Evacuation Lifted After Chevron Gas Leak At Port Arthur
Port Arthur lifted an evacuation order for up to 7000 residents after a crude oil tank leak released hydrogen sulfide gas. More than 20 people were treated for headaches and breathing issues, with no serious injuries reported as air monitoring continued.
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Bush backs Tower after FBI report clears nominee
President Bush said the FBI background report on John Tower clears him of accusations and urged the Senate to swiftly confirm him as defense secretary. He defended Tower against rumors of womanizing and drinking, noting no current disease or alcoholism evidence.
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Murder conviction overturned new trial possible
A court orders a new trial after overturning a murder conviction. Defense and prosecutors await scheduling as 9A Fair reports on the ruling and potential retrial timeline.
North Iran Contra trial opens for Oliver North
A nine women and three men jury was sworn in to hear evidence that Oliver L. North covered up the Iran Contra affair. The former White House aide and Marine officer faces a high profile trial led by independent counsel Lawrence Walsh. The defense argues Reagan directed inducements to Contra supporters and a cover up, while national security concerns shaped pretrial rulings.
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The Fed Tightens Grip on Credit
The Federal Reserve maintains its drive to raise interest rates to curb inflation despite administration pressure. A fresh round of tightening followed a weaker January inflation report, with further rate hikes anticipated to prevent an overheating recovery. Critics warn the restraint could overdo it and risk a recession as banks’ prime rate climbs to 11 percent, the highest since 1984. Greenspan faces questions in a congressional monetary policy hearing.
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