California storm drops two feet snow in Sierra and triggers tornado
Northern California faced its first major storm of the season with a tornado 40 miles north of Sacramento and up to two feet of snow forecast for the higher Sierra elevations. Power lines and trees fell across the north, while chain controls were set on I-80 and U.S. 50. A wet pattern continued with showers possible during the Giants vs Cardinals NLCS game at AT&T Park.
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Debate highlights in final weeks of 2012 campaign
Obama and Romney race to battleground states as early voting climbs. They prepare a two week sprint with six state stops for Obama and two to three states daily for Romney. Florida, Ohio, North Carolina and others hold 110 electoral votes in play while ads sharpen contrasts on Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Lebanon Braces for Possible Civil Conflicts After Assassination
Lebanon saw tear gas as protesters tried to storm the government palace in Beirut. Gun battles flared in Beirut and Tripoli with sectarian violence leaving multiple dead, amid fears of a new civil conflict tied to Syria's war and Hezbollah's fate. Hezbollah faces pressure as Syria’s influence remains pivotal for its funding and weapons routes. Iran's support and regional dynamics continue to shape Lebanon's fragile balance.
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Gomez Bonded Out After Family Dispute Gun Threats
Gomez faced a family dispute in which witnesses said he hit a female victim, kicked her while she was down, and threatened neighbors with a gun. He was held on a $10,000 cash bond then released on cash or surety with 10 percent, bonded out on Oct. 10. A Nov. 11 preliminary hearing is scheduled in Magistrate Court.
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Independent voters rise in New Mexico among 1984 to 2011 data
Voter affiliation shifts show independents at 18 percent up from 15 in 2008 and 6 in 1984. Democrats hold a large edge in registration though independents surge among young voters and newcomers. Since 2011, overall registration rose about 6 percent with independents contributing over a third of the 75,000 new voters.
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Sunset parade highlights Red Ribbon Week safety lesson
State and city officials led a parade with students to promote Red Ribbon Week. Sen Tim Jennings and Mayor Pro-Tem Jason Perry urged drug free choices as balloons filled the sky and students pledged to be fair respectful and responsible.
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