Waxman cites evidence of White House climate science meddling
Democratic Rep Henry Waxman and Rep Tom Davis say documents show senior Bush administration officials sought to mislead the public by injecting doubt into global warming science. They accuse the White House staff of censoring impartial government scientists while denying state secrets. The White House maintains it sought balance in climate reports and opposes mandatory greenhouse gas caps.
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Virginia
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City eyes zoning change and housing tax credits
City commissioners consider rezoning 3173 K-68 to city light industrial for a new animal shelter after planners favored industrial use. They also approved tax credit housing support for Pine Manor and Mission Woods. Weldon Padgett received a favorable review with a 0.5 percent raise. Next study session is Monday at City Hall. next regular meeting on Feb 7.
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Pine Manor
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Osage
Weldon Padgett
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Robbins pushes county EMS expansion while staying on board
Franklin County EMS seeks to expand its advanced type 51 paramedic service with training emphasis and hospital partnerships. Robbins notes good rural crews and suggests a Wellsville station as growth, citing ambulances at the main center and Ottawa Fire Department. Robbins and his wife Bonnie have son Chase, 6.
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Wellsville
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Chase
Costco executive calls wage hike long overdue
A Costco executive joins a business coalition urging Congress to pass a minimum wage increase. Jim Sinegal says raising the wage is long overdue and would boost workers purchasing power, while critics warn tax breaks for small firms are essential. Congress last raised the minimum wage in 1996.
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Dan Danner
National Federation of Independent Business
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Costco Wholesale Corp
Jim Sinegal
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Iraqs war powers clash over troop vote and control
The article discusses whether Congress can force troop decisions in Iraq, with a nonbinding measure opposing sending 21,500 more troops and senators like Barbara Boxer pursuing bills to set timetables or conditions. It notes constitutional authority, presidential veto risk, and historical patterns of presidents deploying troops without formal declarations.
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Rva
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Navy
Robert Turner
University of Virginia
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Korea
Oklahoma crowns Miss America as Nelson wins again
Miss America Lauren Nelson of Lawton credits Oklahoma fans for backing her win, noting more than 300 supporters traveled to Las Vegas for the coronation. The state last produced back-to-back winners in 1960 with Mississippi.
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Oklahoma
Lauren Nelson
Lawton
Nelson
Mississippi
Mary Ann Mobley
Lynda Mead
CHP urges Brandy charged in fatal Los Angeles crash
The California Highway Patrol asked the city attorney to review potential misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter charges against actress Brandy after a freeway crash killed a woman. CHP spokesman Nick Velasquez said the office is evaluating whether evidence supports filing the charge. Brandy’s publicist did not immediately comment, and Brandy said she expresses condolences to the deceased’s family.
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