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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1998
Page
1
In 1971 the Supreme Court issued a ruling linked to the Pentagon Papers amid debates over press freedom and national security. The decision highlighted tensions between government secrecy and the public's right to know.
West Texas towns got only small rain amounts from Thursday to Friday with Lamesa Grandfalls Alpine and Big Bend Ranch recording trace to .14 inches while Tahoka saw 1.08 inches and Seminole .01 inch. The National Weather Service at Midland International Airport reported a less than 20 percent rain chance for Saturday with Sunday forecast mostly sunny and 102 degrees. Meteorologist Robert Boyd noted the limited relief and quipped about needing a fireplace and extra blanket.
A DEA Mobile Enforcement Team and local officers arrested 21 Midland residents implicated in a drug operation near the tree in the flats at Lee and Illinois streets. Indictments include manufacturing and distribution of cocaine with possible penalties from 10 to 140 years. Lead defendants had long operated in an open air market.
In 100 degree heat across Texas at least 35 deaths since June 1 have been reported. Dallas marks the 12th straight day above 100 as Austin Killeen Temple Waco and Bryan also post highs over 100. Forecaster expects continued heat with no relief until September.
A Macomb County prosecutor asked a probate judge for a court order to prevent the 12-year-old's parents from taking her to Kansas for a late term abortion. The girl is six months pregnant by her 17-year-old brother. Kansas restricts late abortions. The case hinges on state limits and the girl's best interests.
ECISD reports rising numbers of elementary LEP students passing the English TAAS, with seven campuses posting 100 percent passing on the reading portion for third graders. District officials note incomplete tabulations for some elementaries and secondary campuses as of Friday.
AP Austin report says 60 percent of ATPE members favor a time limit for bilingual education programs. The April survey of 1,200 members by mail drew 35 percent response with a 4 point margin of error. Among supporters, 45 percent want a two year limit and 41 percent favor a longer cap.
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