Expanded probe audits FBI DNA lab practices nationwide
The Justice Department inspector general widened an inquiry from a single forensic technician to include the FBI lab unit that analyzes DNA in hundreds of cases annually. Officials say changes have already been made to the DNA unit after outside scientists advised reforms. The investigation aims to uncover procedural vulnerabilities that could affect DNA analyses or let a rogue employee go undetected. FBI Lab Director Dwight Adams revealed the broader inquiry during Capitol Hill briefings.
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House leaders urge early fund transfers to win back House
Democrats vow to avoid 2002 mistakes by urging members to donate early and often. In the first quarter, transfers totaled 2.1 million to the DCCC, with the committee raising 7.4 million, far less than Republicans. House leaders Matsui and Pelosi aim to overturn a 12 seat GOP edge and regain power, stressing cash to intervene in close races amid soft money bans.
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Airline towns feel pinch of industry woes
In Peachtree City Georgia layoffs at Delta and other airlines depress the local economy. Furloughed pilots report cutbacks in spending as travel slows from the post 9/11 downturn and international factors. Tax receipts fall while small businesses shrink, with 255 firms seeking relief this year. Similar strain hits Bloomington Minnesota as Northwest cuts 4900 jobs in March.
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Parents to keep kids home over SARS fears at Bayview Elementary
Fearing SARS, about 10 Bayview Elementary students will stay home for 10 days starting Monday as a teacher returns from China. Health officials advise normal activities unless symptoms appear, with fever as an early sign. Virginia Gabriel voices concern that waiting for symptoms could be too late amid growing global and U S cases.
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New System Guarantees Youll Stop Smoking in 7 Days or Less
An advertising claim promotes Smoke Away as a natural formula to quit smoking in seven days. It cites rapid nicotine craving suppression and minimal side effects, with a money back guarantee if not smoke free within seven days. A toll free number for order is provided.
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