Senator proposes taxi bill to boost competition and service
State Senator John Conlan backs a bill to break taxi monopolies and spur new competition. He cites better service and lower rates for urban residents and supports Village Cab Co owner Pat Dougan in Scottsdale against Yellow Cab Co. of Phoenix operating there. The measure aims to improve access to fares across regions.
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Construction Worker Killed by Heavy Load in Phoenix
A 4,680 pound sheet rock load slipped from a fork lift and crushed worker Bill Monk, about 35, in Phoenix. Investigators say Monk left the driver seat to assist a coworker during unloading when the accident occurred.
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Hexachlorophene risks to life debated in everyday soaps
Copley News Service reports hexachlorophene, a germ killer in over 300 products, may pose risks though not seen as urgent. It can irritate skin and accumulate in the body with regular use, with possible links to chloasma and encephalopathy in burn victims. Rats and infants show concerning effects in studies, but skin use remains broadly deemed safe for most people.
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