Hype grows around Graham execution case in Texas
AP reports renewed national debate on the death penalty as Texas readies the Thursday execution of Gary Graham, potentially the 222nd since 1982, amid protests and the influence of a Columbia study. Key figures include Rusty Hardin and Bernadine Skillern, with supporters arguing innocence and opponents calling for moratoriums.
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Plainview
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Houston
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Nuncio
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al Sharpton
Capitol Hill
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Body of offshore worker found near rig in Gulf
Divers recovered the body of 32 year old Michael J. Deville of Rayne three days after he fell from The Neighbors Porl 50 jack-up rig near Port O Connor. OSCA of Lafayette said Coast Guard search failed prior to the dive team's recovery.
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Odessa man Jack Slate dies at 52
Jack L. Slate, 52, of Odessa died Sunday June 18, 2000 at his home. Services are pending with Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
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Aggies discuss alternative bonfire after campus tragedy
Texas A M will not build a bonfire for two years under President Ray Bowen moratorium through 2002 following the November 19 collapse that killed 12 and wounded 27. Students and alumni consider a safe symbolic alternative bonfire with no alcohol, while officials urge prudent, supervised events.
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Will Clark
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Larry Gresham
Homeless family mourns death of infant Nehemiah
In Fort Worth a homeless family mourns their two month old son Nehemiah who died after a mother rolled onto him in bed. Police say accidental smothering is likely. the family faces eviction, financial hardship, and struggle to find shelter or burial funds.
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Nehemiah
Carol Martinez
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Esequiel Martinez
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