IRE: Phoenix drug smugglers welcomed by professionals
Investigative reports say Phoenix narcotics rings operate with tacit support from outwardly respectable professionals. The 21st installment of a 23 part IRE series links eight major Phoenix smuggling operations to bars and nightspots used by lawyers, bankers, and other professionals, with ties to politicians and attorneys.
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Invasion forces in Shaba battle stated by Zaire
Zaire chief of staff Lt. Gen. Bumba Moasso said Russians Cubans and Portuguese fight with Angola based rebels in Shaba near Kolwezi. He claimed several enemy dead and identified white fighters, while noting limited control near Mutshatsha and patrols advancing toward Kolwezi. The report cites Mobutu and Castro denial, Cuban deployment in Angola, and a new government censorship that ended today.
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Weekend Weather Outlook For Cloudy Cool Days
The forecast calls for cloudy breezy conditions with cool temperatures today and Sunday. Highs in the mid 60s and overnight lows around the mid 40s. A 20 percent chance of measurable rain applies today tonight and Sunday.
Paradise Valley widow case remains unsolved after two years
Paradise Valley Town Marshal Ron Dalrymple says the murder of Helen Marston, 81, remains unsolved though re-examining files and re interviewing witnesses continues. A memorial fountain by Joan Lincoln is planned in front of Town Hall, due for completion in June.
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Today in the News Today in the News
The Associated Press wires report a daily roundup of national headlines across politics, economy, and world events. Readers receive concise blurbs highlighting notable developments, policy moves, and key statements from officials and organizations.
Atlanta Maynard Jackson sacks over one thousand strikers
Mayor Jackson fires more than 1000 striking workers and orders residents to haul trash themselves until replacements are hired. In a separate note, the Carter administration seeks cooler Soviet contacts to push mutual disarmament talks forward.
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Spanish cabinet abolishes Movement authority in Franco era
Madrid Spain The Spanish cabinet announced the abolition of the Movement the sole political group allowed under the late Generalisimo Francisco Franco The move marks a major step in Spain’s political transition and ends the regime era.
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Big undersea quake near Tonga Islands recorded in Tokyo
A strong earthquake measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale was detected early today by Japan’s Central Meteorology Agency. The epicenter lay deep under the ocean, and no tsunami danger was reported.
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Cubs deny training deal with Scottsdale for 1978 season
Chicago Cubs officials say no agreement to train in Scottsdale next year and to play exhibition games while facilities are not yet upgraded. City plans a 518000 expansion to create three full fields, contingent on a bed tax election May 10.
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Scottsdale Plans Second Energy Workshop This Fall
City technologist Jack Haenichen outlines a two day workshop on water and energy conservation to follow a March 26 event. The public session aims for self directed attendance with topics including solar water heating, cooking and greenhouse use. Companies will display conservation devices.
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