Yoshimura Convicted on Most Charges in Hearst Case
Wendy Yoshimura, linked to Patricia Hearst, was found guilty on three weapons and explosives counts after an Alameda County jury deliberated six days. A key juror said she voted guilty only under pressure, while the panel deadlocked on the most serious count carrying life imprisonment.
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New 50 Percent Late Fee For Vehicle Registrations
Sacramento AP The DMV eliminates first of year lines with staggered dates but drops graduated penalties. Late registrations cost 50 percent of fees regardless of delay, instructing drivers to register promptly to avoid tickets. For a 1977 luxury car, late fees rise from minimal to about 76 dollars.
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Florida embargo halts fresh citrus sales after freeze
The Florida Citrus Commission imposed a 12:01 am Monday embargo on all fresh citrus shipments for one day, followed by a two week monitoring period. Officials aim to assess frost damage and protect consumer confidence amid four days of subfreezing temperatures threatening Florida's crop, with an estimated 38 percent damage predicted by some experts.
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Wet weekend in store for Long Beach weather
The National Weather Service reports a wet weekend for the Long Beach area with occasional showers on Saturday and a slight chance of rain Sunday. Rain measured 0.1 inch Thursday night, raising the season total to 4.6 inches, compared with 0.59 inches by this date last year.
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Carter begins White House tenure amid inaugural celebrations
President Jimmy Carter opens the White House to outsiders who helped him win, hosting receptions with top appointees and allies. The inaugural day featured a brisk light walk, dances at seven balls, and campaign style remarks by Carter and Rosalynn, with guests paying entry fees.
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Carter grants full pardon to Vietnam draft evaders
President Carter issues an executive order pardoning all Vietnam era draft evaders not tied to violence. Deserters excluded. a study on cases and potential upgrades of discharges ordered. Powell cites uncertain scope but likely hundreds of thousands affected. Overseas evaders may return without fear of prosecution. foreign citizens may visit but must reapply for citizenship under standard terms.
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Southland oil strike averted after marathon talks
The Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Local 1547 and Mobil Oil Co. reached a two year contract settlement to avert a walkout by over five oil workers in Torrance and Vernon. The deal provides a nine percent raise in year one and a 75 cent raise in year two. Negotiations began earlier Thursday and concluded around 4:45 a.m. Friday. Earlier, OCAW workers had settled with Mobil sites in Ferndale Washington Beaumont Texas and Buffalo New York, while another OCAW unit was on strike at Chevron refinery in El Segundo.
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Ford and Palmer Lead Crosby Pro Am Practice Round
Ex President Gerald Ford on his first day after leaving office dedicated to golf at Pebble Beach as Arnold Palmer partners him in the Crosby Pro Am. Ford, with a 4 handicap, opened with a four at his first hole while Palmer carded a three.
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Yale admits hoax student who faked riches and schooling
Patrick Michael McDermit, a San Bernardino resident, deceived Yale by claiming to be a multimillionaire hotel founder and business executive with a flawless transcript. The dean described the revelations as alarm and surprise as McDermit confessed after being admitted to Yale's class of 1980.
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Tax panel gains power to secretly review returns
California's Franchise Tax Board votes 2-1 to let any of its three members review state income tax records without public notice or consent. Controller Ken Cory and Board of Equalization Chair William Bennett support the change. Finance Director Roy Bell was absent. Deputy Sid McCausland voted no.
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Robert Simpson dies amid speech on state role
Robert Simpson described as muckraker in chief dies at six. Police chief's former deputy Willis Flatt cleared by district attorney of claims he destroyed citations and evidence. An avalanche at Mt Baldy buries and kills a 9 year old Cub Scout. Emotions run as Kissinger and Levi leave Cabinet life for private sector. UC regents oppose collective bargaining but split on how to do it. Grandmother competes in Mrs America in Las Vegas. Woman deputy recounts capture of a giant escapee from Terminal Island. Backpackers urged to start now for summer adventures.
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Weather Tonight And Saturday for L B Area
Tonight and Saturday forecast rain across regions. L B area expected lows around 55 and highs near 68. Mountains may see rain with snow level at 7 540 feet and temperatures from 25 to 55. Deserts may have rain with highs near 72 and lows near 38.
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