Poverty Up Income Down as Census Reports Slump
The Census Bureau reports last year saw an 11.7 percent poverty rate, up from 11.3, with over 32.9 million in poverty, a rise tied to a decade of weak earnings. Median income fell 2.2 percent, affecting all groups except the very rich and very poor, Asians and blacks hit hardest. Politicians seized on the data amid debates on unemployment benefits and tax cuts as analysts warn incomes will stay low until hiring confidence returns.
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Census Bureau
Washington
U.S
Senate Banking Committee
Naroff Economic Advisers
Holland, Pa
Odessa Couple Homeless After North Odessa Trailer Fire
An elderly couple lost their home after a Tuesday morning fire at 7827 N Andrews Highway near Odessa. Jim Conditt said he delayed calling the fire department from about 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. while attempting to battle the flames. Parker noted no arson suspicion and officials conducted no investigation. Both occupants escaped with their dog unharmed. OA photographer Paul Zoeller contributed to this.
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Odessa
Jim Conditt
N. Andrews Highway
Conditt
Parker
Crude oil tops $30 a barrel
Oil prices surge past thirty dollars a barrel as market traders react to supply concerns and crude benchmarks rally. Analysts note renewed demand and geopolitical tensions could sustain the move, with traders watching inventory data for further direction.
Legendary Texas lawyer Burnett dies after morning coffee
Fort Davis obituary notes Burnett a flamboyant courtroom figure with a booming voice and poetic final summations. He defended clients in sensational murder cases including the kiss and kill case involving an Odessa High School girl. See LAWYER on Page 2A.
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Kay
Fort Davis
Burnett
Buteas
Texas
Odessa
Retired lawyer remembered for generosity
A longtime lawyer known for his generosity is remembered by friends in a Page 2A tribute. The piece highlights his civic work and dedication to helping others over a distinguished career in law.
Precinct 1 Residents Protest Arbor Terrace Housing Plan
Odessa residents fill precinct 1 to oppose a rezoning move for a low income housing project on the south side. Arbor Terrace rep Mike Atkins argues to city council to advance the plan amid concerns about clustering social factors and community impact.
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Mike Atkins
Arbor Terrace Apartments
Odessa
Precinct 1
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Paul Sarbanes
Atention
Bush
Paul Zoeller
Odessa Fire Department
Andrews Highway
Arbor
Council
Cindera Nealy Ciol
SSA
Amlrican
Nascar
Stenne Naan SS
Bat Cement
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