Iraq marks seven years since first bombs with wary optimism
Iraqis carried on with little ceremony seven years after the start of the war to oust Saddam Hussein, balancing fear and hope while awaiting final election results and lingering uncertainty about the political future.
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Hernandez Convicted in Chavez Murder Case
Hernandez is found guilty of the Chavez murder, closing a high profile case. The verdict comes after a months long investigation and trial testimony from key witnesses. Officials stressed the impact of the ruling on local justice.
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Spartan guard Lucas sparks MSU past New Mexico State
Kalin Lucas scored a career high 25 points and Raymar Morgan hit key late shots as fifth seed Michigan State edged No. 12 New Mexico State 70-67 in the NCAA tournament opener. Officials played a pivotal role with a late stretch run.
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Joe the Plumber Helps Rally Support for GOP at Pioneer Plaza
A mostly elected official group gathered at Pioneer Plaza on a Friday morning to back Republican candidates led by Joe Wurzelbacher also known as Joe the Plumber. He urged voting for the best individual over party politics and released calls to educate on national issues. He tours states and speaks at Tea Party rallies.
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Teague to vote Nay on health care overhaul
Rep. Harry Teague of New Mexico announced he will vote against the health care reform bill despite some positive elements. He argues the measure does not curb insurance industry practices or costs sufficiently, though he supports ending denials for pre existing conditions and closing the Medicare Part D donut hole.
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Herrera defends against ethics allegations in New Mexico
Secretary of State Mary Herrera rejects claims from former elections director A J Salazar that she violated the Governmental Conduct Act by pressuring staff to solicit donations for training seminars and by hiring exempt employees for petition drives. Salazar resigned in February and alleged security and voting machine custody concerns.
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Health care vote shifts as Democrats drift toward Obama
Democratic fence-sitters edge toward supporting the healthcare measure as Obama campaigns to push the landmark bill through. Republicans denounce the cost and scope while lawmakers prepare a showdown vote Sunday in the House and a separate fix-it bill for the Senate.
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Steve Halvorson Embraces Photography Baking and Police Work
Retired Roswell Police Department detective Steve Halvorson says cancer is behind him and he remains active in photography and baking. He stresses he has no plans to slow down and stays engaged in familiar pursuits.
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Roswell ResidentReflects On A Colorful Career Path
Halvorson, a Roswell native since age four, recalls a positive career with many roles from retail to baking. After a Mexico wedding at eighteen, he pursued varied jobs and now looks back with pride on his diverse experiences.
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