Supreme Court blocks ban on violent game sales to minors
The Supreme Court ruled that the government lacks authority to restrict the ideas children may be exposed to in video games. Gamemakers celebrate as the ruling ends efforts to ban or limit sales or rentals to minors. The decision shifts power to state and industry self regulation.
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Sage Fire and Hero Dog Award Hope In City
Community prepares for Sage to win the Hero Dog Award as organizers highlight a dog with a record of bravery. City residents note fundraising, awareness events, and a boosted booster program for fire victims and burn survivors.
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Kentucky Extends Coach Calipari Through 2019
The University of Kentucky extends men’s basketball coach John Calipari to a $36.5 million deal through 2019. In his first two seasons the Wildcats are 64-12 and reached the NCAA Final Four, with a 33-0 home mark at Rupp Arena. The program cites strong fan support in Kentucky.
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Obituaries for Sidney Brewer Willie Roy Skinner and Orville Brackeen Jr
Obituaries note the passing of Sidney Brewer Willie Roy Skinner and Orville Brackeen Jr with brief biographical details. The notices appear alongside a local forecast showing a high around 102 and a low near 69.
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Blagojevich Convicted at Retrial on Corruption Charges
Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich is found guilty on a broad set of corruption counts including trying to sell Barack Obama's Senate seat. The verdict follows a contested trial and comes after a prior deadlocked case, signaling a lengthy prison term likely between 10 and 15 years.
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Wildfire forces evacuations from Los Alamos town
Thousands fled Los Alamos on Monday as a wildfire approached the mesa top town housing the Los Alamos National Laboratory. A spot fire on lab property was contained and officials said radioactive materials remain safe. The blaze has burned 30 structures and prompted lab closure amid memories of the 2000 fire.
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Two Year Old Killed in New Mexico Car Crash
A two year old boy died when ejected from a single vehicle rollover on Highway 380 near mile marker 168 about 15 miles east of Roswell. The driver Lindsay Ruiz of Denver City Texas and two passengers were injured and transported to Eastern New Mexico Medical Center.
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Albuquerque man shot four times by APD
An Albuquerque man charged at officers with a bayonet, after being tasered, was shot four times by police. Orlando Paisano remained in stable condition as the APD faced a rising number of shootings, with an independent review urging 39 improvements in oversight and training.
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Roswell man charged with criminal sexual penetration
Marcus Victor Ramirez, 37, was arrested at his home on East Summit Street and charged with criminal sexual penetration of a minor under 13. The case began after an agency assist and a doctor’s examination at a medical office. The alleged incident reportedly occurred in June.
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White House Seeks Significant Debt Deal Amid Deadlock
President Obama pushes for a large deficit agreement with Republicans as talks with Reid and McConnell continue. White House says a significant deal remains possible though Republicans oppose higher taxes. Carney notes the need for a plan combining spending cuts with revenue increases.
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