Media trial order sought to curb Atlanta killings coverage
A 23 year old freelance cameraman seeks a temporary restraining order against 17 news outlets claiming media coverage has subjected him to a media trial in the Atlanta murders probe. His lawyer argues the publicity endangers his life and privacy while media counters point to public interest in 28 killings since July 1979. The judge planned a ruling after hearings.
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Atlanta
U.S. District Court
Mary Welcome
New York Post
New Orleans Protesters Rally After Sit-In At City Hall
In New Orleans, demonstrators vow an all night vigil over police killings of four black men. A grand jury cleared most officers, warranting no action on one fired despite pressure from protesters and ministers. The mayor refuses talks as police secure offices by removing phones and locking doors.
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New Orleans
Ernest N. Morial
Stephen Reboul
Reboul
Henry Morris
Kalamu Ya Salaam
Salaam
Boy wins $3 million in Fisher-Price choking suit
In Buffalo, an 11 year old boy born with brain damage after choking on a Fisher-Price toy figurine was awarded over 3.1 million dollars. The verdict allocated 1.8 million to the boy, 775 thousand to his mother Margaret Cunningham, and 525 thousand to his father Ronald Cunningham. The family labeled the ruling a long-awaited decision. Fisher-Price defended the product line, noting prior compliance with safety standards and continued adherence.
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Buffalo
N.Y
Fisher-Price Toys
Iain Cunningham
U.S. District Court
Margaret Cunningham
Ronald
Fisher-Price
Hal Tolley
Tolly
Fisher-Price Play
Gas main rupture in New Jersey forces evacuations
A construction crew ruptured a 20 inch natural gas main in South Plainfield, prompting the evacuation of 2000 to 5000 residents for about two hours. No injuries were reported as crews worked to relieve pressure and repair the break on the Texas Eastern Pipe Co. line.
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South Plainfield
N.J
Texas Eastern Pipe Co
Karl Birns
State Department of Environmental Protection
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