Caterpillar hires ads as strike continues in Illinois
Caterpillar advertised for permanent replacements after only a few dozen of its 13 000 striking workers returned to work. The company offered wages from 16.12 to 17.85 an hour while unions push for cost of living raises and higher pay. Dozens crossed back, but thousands joined marches across East Peoria and surrounding towns.
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Missing Army night vision goggles at Fort Riley
Fort Riley officials report one of two pairs of night vision goggles valued at 6000 dollars each has been found after a post lock in. The search spanned from Wednesday morning to Friday evening with about 200 soldiers confined. A second set remains missing despite a tip-led discovery at a service station.
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Supreme Court considers Pennsylvania abortion wait rule
The Bush administration asks the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v Wade in a case challenging Pennsylvania’s 24 hour abortion waiting period and husband notification. The Justice Department argues the high court should limit or reverse the constitutional right to abortion, noting states may restrict abortions to protect fetal life. The brief, filed ahead of April 22 arguments, praises with anti abortion groups and emphasizes informed consent and family interests.
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