FOIA laws linked to changes in corruption convictions
The paper notes a rise in convictions after a FOIA law, with a peak then a decline as officials lowered corrupt acts by over fifty percent for up to 15 years. Warren suggests varied cleverness in evading oversight and advocates broader accountability and competitive auditing to curb corruption.
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Undead Aisle Promises Halloween Supplies For All Creatures
Simons promotes a novelty store offering duct tape shovels and banners for zombies and undead. The brochure claims no discrimination against living or dead with products for humans and ghosts alike, including masks cleaners and deterrents. Vampires and werewolves are welcome, though garlic may be in the garden section.
Vega receives life terms for fatal home shootings
In Roswell Vega is sentenced after a string of domestic drug disputes ended in the deaths of Michelle Montgomery and her children. Judge Currier imposes consecutive life terms with additional nine year sentences for three attempted murders, while prosecutors seek 90 years and Vega offers limited remorse.
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Local Drug Take-Back Event Collects Hundreds in Las Cruces
DEA says nationwide 188 tons of prescription drugs were gathered from 5400 sites last year. In Las Cruces the local effort netted 472 pounds with 100 pounds added from the prior year. Neighborhood Watch rep Richard Lucero emphasizes the service is free and anonymous and asks participants not to bring syringes or illegal drugs.
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Take Back Program Promotes Safe Disposal of Meds
The Take Back program urges residents to avoid flushing or trashing unused medicines to prevent contamination of landfills and water supplies. Citizens are encouraged to use designated disposal options for prescription drugs.
Diversity gaps mark Occupy protests across cities
The Occupy movement shows uneven race representation with whites predominating in Boston and D C while New York protests appear more diverse. African American and Latino participants highlight outreach challenges as organizers seek broader inclusion.
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Terminal Spaceport America Nears First Launch Milestone
Virgin Galactic spaceport terminal rises in desert to house ships mission control and a traveler prep area. Branson says maiden flight may take longer than 2007 as safety testing continues and NASA funds support up to three research flights. Commercial service hinges on FAA license. tickets cost 200000 for WhiteKnightTwo flights.
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