Mexico quake damages hundreds of homes and trembles capital
A strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico near Oaxaca and Guerrero, damaging about 800 homes in Guerrero with 60 collapsing. No deaths reported initially, though officials spoke of evacuations, aftershocks, and disruptions in Mexico City including a temporary airport halt and power outages. Local leaders surveyed the damage as residents recalled past quakes and officials warned of aftershocks.
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Romney dominates Illinois GOP primary win over Santorum
Mitt Romney swept the Illinois Republican primary with about 52 percent to Rick Santorum's 39 percent as polls showed Romney leading among voters who prioritize defeating Obama. Romney and Restore Our Future outspent Santorum's campaign by about 7 to 1, in a race shaped by heavy ad spending and debates over economic issues.
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DOJ vows to protect LGBT people at Arlington conference
Attorney General Eric Holder said the Justice Department will use every tool to combat bullying and harassment based on sexual orientation. He highlighted increased prosecutions and noted the White House and federal agencies sponsored a safe schools event at the University of Texas at Arlington with about 400 attendees. The third in a White House LGBT awareness series, the conference focused on protecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
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Tornado injures man. community rally aids family
A tornado near Goldenrod Drive damaged homes and trailer housing Colt Martin, who suffered multiple injuries and remained hospitalized. His father Paul said doctors hope to avoid surgery as healing progresses. Caden Hall and Eli Garcia Jr. described community support and a donation drive by Lenco Industrial Services to cover hospital costs and recovery, with more X rays planned in two weeks. The AP noted two San Antonio area tornadoes damaged about 30 structures and injured several, with thousands losing power.
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Midland Area Weather Forecast Highlights
The National Weather Service Midland reports today will reach 68 degrees with mostly clear skies and winds 15 to 20 mph gusting to 25. Tonight drops to the low 40s. Thursday peaks at 76 and lows 46 with sunny, clear conditions. Friday through the weekend expect highs in the 80s and lows around 50s.
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