Judge strikes down NYC ban on supersized sodas
A New York judge struck down the 16 ounce limit on sugary drinks set by the city’s Board of Health, ruling the rule arbitrary and beyond the council’s authority. The decision delays enforcement and prompts plans to appeal while many businesses report mixed preparedness and reactions from operators and customers.
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Hospital patient charged after violent ER incident
In Albuquerque at the Eastern New Mexico Medical Center the patient in the ER battered two staff members and a Superior Ambulance worker and assaulted another. Three battery on health care worker counts and one assault on health care worker count were filed.
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Bodies of Mother and Daughter Found in Phoenix Home
Police say a mother and her teenage daughter were found dead inside a Phoenix residence after a 911 call around 1 pm. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots Sunday afternoon. Names and causes of death are not released and the investigation continues.
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New Mexico House Moves To Reduce Marijuana Penalties
The New Mexico House approved a measure 37 to 33 to decriminalize small adult marijuana possessions. It would impose civil fines for up to four ounces and remove jail time for up to eight ounces, shifting focus to more serious crimes while facing Senate hurdles and opposition from Gov. Susana Martinez.
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Colorado House advances civil unions for gay couples
The Colorado House debated civil unions for same sex couples with Democratic lawmakers pushing for passage. A preliminary voice vote was expected to set up a final vote this week before sending the measure to Gov. Hickenlooper for signature.
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