Bush and Gore race to finish in last minute campaign push
Washington AP reports George W. Bush and Al Gore rally voters in final hours of a costly White House race for the 43rd presidency. Bush promotes compassionate conservatism and smaller government while Gore urges a vote to sustain economic growth. Gore jokes about a breakfast meal as victory nears.
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Florida
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Last-minute Senate drama tests party odds
In the eve of elections, Democrats fight long odds to flip control as Republicans hold a 54-46 Senate edge with 35 holdovers not up. The piece notes races in Nevada, Virginia, and Missouri, potential Gore impact, and a GOP bid to gain a trifecta while Gov Rowland hints at a 2002 replacement plan.
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Polls Open 7 A M To 7 P M In General Election
Odessa American notes polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the general election with polling places and sample ballots listed on Page 10. The FDA warns of stroke risk from certain cold and diet remedies.
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Longhorn Pipeline Study Results Prompt Environmental Safeguards
Federal regulators completed an environmental study of the 700 mile Longhorn Pipeline and require unprecedented protection measures. Opponents vow further legal action, saying the steps do not fully address environmental concerns.
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Longhorn Partners Pipeline
Texas seeks end to court oversight of prisons
New Orleans AP report notes nearly 30 years after a brutal conditions claim by inmate David Ruiz, Texas seeks to end federal judge William Wayne Justice's oversight of its prison system. The appeals court weighed Justice 1999 ruling on predatory inmates, excessive force, and inadequate medical care while the state argues reforms have fixed major issues.
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Fire at Huntsman styrene plant causes minor damage
A fire at Huntsman Corp. styrene plant near the flare stack caused limited damage with no injuries. Firefighters from Huntsman and Odessa units contained the blaze in under eight minutes after it was reported at 9:42 a.m. No toxic emissions were reported and the TNRC was notified.
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