Blagojevich aide testifies about Senate seat deal
A former Blagojevich aide testified that the governor claimed a deal existed to nominate a state legislator to Barack Obama's Senate seat in exchange for allowing ethics legislation veto to stand. The testimony highlights alleged quid pro quo surrounding the 2008 appointment process.
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Prosecution granted extension in murder case
Authorities report a defense request granted delaying proceedings in a murder case as courtroom action unfolds. Investigators continue to pursue leads while the timeline remains unsettled and the public awaits updates on the trial schedule.
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Celtics tie NBA finals at two games apiece
The Celtics beat the Lakers 96 89 to even the finals at 2 2 with reserve Glen Davis scoring 9 of his 18 in the fourth quarter as Boston benched its way back from a slow start.
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Roswell Council OKs zoning package with delayed sign rules
The Roswell City Council approved most of a comprehensive zoning ordinance on Thursday after a lengthy debate over a controversial sign regulation. The panel kept the sign issue for later language decisions, amid public and council discussion about impact on businesses and growth.
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Mexico condemns teen shooting across border
Mexico condemned the shooting of 15-year-old Sergio Adrian Hernandez Huereka by a U S Border Patrol agent after a confrontation near the river border. Diplomatic notes and a call to Homeland Security voiced anger over jurisdiction and demanded accountability, amid unclear crossing details and ongoing protests.
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Stewart Industries expands Roswell operations and jobs
Stewart Industries International LLC hired a dozen workers in Roswell last week and has created 54 jobs since July 2009 bringing the local workforce to 72. President Tom Stewart expects 100 plus employees by next summer as technician and administrative roles are added. The firm dismantles and stores airplanes at 605 E Challenger St and has disassembled more than 500 planes since opening 16 years ago.
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Louisiana presses to restart Gulf drilling amid spill anger
Louisiana leaders urge rapid offshore drilling return while blasting BP for the Gulf disaster. They claim the Obama moratorium hurts a key state industry and warn fishing has stalled as scientists assess a possible 2.1 million gallons per day leak prior to capping the well.
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Lightning Sparks Grass Fire Near Dexter In 690 Acre Blaze
A grass fire 15 miles east of Dexter burned about 690 acres of public land Wednesday night. Lightning started the 6 p.m. blaze that merged three to five smaller fires. Fire departments from Dexter Midway Hagerman District 8 and Lake Arthur responded with 20 engines and 50 firefighters. The fire was contained by 12 30 a m with BLM officials staying overnight to monitor edges and prevent hot spots. Property damage was limited and the area remained mostly wild land and grass.
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Dig incident knocks out 911 service in multiple New Mexico counties
An Artesia based utility cut fiber optic cables around 10 30 a m delaying 911 service for nearly eight hours in Eddy Lea and Chaves counties. Chaves County regained service by about 6 p m while Eddy and Lea remained offline. Authorities urged residents to call agency numbers directly.
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