High Noon on the Hill Ends Bipartisan Hopes
President Obama met privately with Senate Republicans seeking bipartisanship but the session undermined hopes for cross party agreement. The meeting on Capitol Hill highlighted deep partisan divides during an election year.
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Spring River Zoo Welcomes Ten Baby Animals
In the past 24 hours the Spring River Zoo unveiled ten newborns to the public. The newly born animals join the zoo's ongoing educational and outreach programs attracting visitors and volunteers.
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New York Hosts 2014 Super Bowl at Meadowlands Stadium
NFL owners chose the Meadowlands Stadium in Carlstadt New Jersey to host the 2014 Super Bowl. The Jets and Giants celebrated a shared victory as the league approved a cold weather championship venue.
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Roswell approves 4 percent income shift for officers
Roswell City Council unanimously accepts a proposal from the Roswell Police Officers Association to boost officer retirement contributions by four percent instead of a pay raise. Clerical staff receive a 4 percent raise. Mayor Del Jurney and RPDA representatives praise the agreement as beneficial for all. Negotiations began in March and finished within three months.
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Obama orders 1200 National Guard troops to border
President Obama ordered 1,200 National Guard troops to bolster U S border security and requested 500 million dollars for border protection and law enforcement activities. The move comes as Congress debates immigration policy and potential troop deployment.
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Investment panel eyes lawsuits over damaged investments
The New Mexico State Investment Council plans to hire an outside law firm to pursue recovery of losses and fees from investments and third party marketers. The move follows a March subcommittee recommendation to consider civil actions with AG Gary King, and aims for a late September engagement through competitive bidding.
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Dow Dips Below 10000 as Banks Signal Reform Reprieve
The Dow Jones slid past 10000 then rebounded to close down 22 points as Washington signals banks may avoid forced spin offs of derivatives units under reform. S&P 500 rose slightly while concern lingers about Europe’s debt crisis and a possible global recession. Queen Elizabeth II opened Parliament warning of hard times and budget cuts.
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BP to try top kill plug for Gulf gusher
BP prepares a top kill attempt to halt the Gulf oil leak as a federal report accuses regulators of close ties with industry. Obama heads to the Gulf to review efforts while Interior and Justice Departments promise accountability. a separate probe cites meth use at the MMS Louisiana office.
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