Gunplay after fireworks wounds four in Long Beach
Four people were wounded and four suspects arrested after Independence Day gunfire on a Long Beach beach near Ocean Avenue and Ith Place. Victims include an 11-year-old boy and an 8-year-old girl aboard nearby boats. two brothers Craig and Jeffrey Wright were among those detained, and two teenage girls were also held. Earlier, the assailants reportedly shot up a liquor store on Falcon Drive. Police traced all four suspects to locations in Long Beach.
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Hijacker of Bus Faces 30 Counts in NYC Siege
Luis Robinson, a 26 year old seaman, is charged with hijacking a bus at John F Kennedy Airport and killing two passengers while wounding others. Police say he demanded 4 million dollars and a plane to Cuba before surrendering after a nine hour standoff. He has 24 counts of kidnapping, two counts of murder, two counts of attempted murder and weapons possession. Robinson, born in Panama and living in New Jersey, claimed to be inspired by a dream and said he was broke. The case opens with psychiatric evaluation ordered as he faced arraignment in Kings County.
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Quake rattles Slav city near Skopje again
A medium strong earthquake struck nine miles northeast of Skopje, a region previously devastated by a July 1963 quake. No casualties or damage were reported.
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Carter backs 15 percent increase in education aid
Vice President Mondale says the Carter administration will support a 15 percent hike in federal education spending if Congress resolves other issues. He announced at a news conference and in prepared remarks that the government will add about 14 billion for education in the next fiscal year.
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Californias Fourth of July traffic toll rises to 553
Assorted press report notes a holiday weekend in the United States with 553 deaths on highways and streets. California accounted for multiple fatalities, while officials describe lighter peak-hour congestion on the state’s freeways and notable activity along the Mexican border near San Diego.
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July 4 1977 holiday draws crowds on Southern California beaches
More than a million Southern Californians spread across beach strands and thousands more occupied Southland parks as Independence Day 1977 was celebrated with towels and picnics. Temperatures were mild with low beaches and 13 million readers enjoying the long weekend. Lifeguards reported no serious problems while crowds relaxed in Ocean Park and Santa Monica near nude beach events. Park goers packed grills, Frisbees, and coolers as authorities monitored parking and access.
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JFK Assassination Recreated Draws Tourists to Dallas Plaza
Re-creation of John F Kennedy's assassination draws hundreds of visitors to Dealey Plaza in Dallas as crowds seek context and reflection on the historic event. The feature covers the growing tourism tied to the-site interest and its implications for the city.
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Pakistan seize ends Bhutto rule as Ziaul Haq takes charge
In Islamabad the army ousts Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and imposes martial law. General Muhammad Ziaul Haq becomes chief martial law administrator promising quick elections likely in October while keeping the 1973 constitution in force. The coup follows days of unrest and arrests of Bhutto allies.
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Iraq cancels 5 percent oil price increase
NICOSIA Cyprus AP Iraq formally announced Tuesday it has canceled the 5 per cent price increase for its crude oil set to take effect July 1. An oil ministry spokesman said Iraq believes the current price is unfair and below the real value of oil.
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Weather Tonight and Wednesday in the Los Angeles Area
The LA area will be clear tonight with early low clouds and a low around 62. Mountains see winds near 15 mph with a low of 50 and a high around 60s. Deserts experience winds near 15 to 40 mph with a low about 65 and a high near 108.
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