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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 2002
Page
5
Army scientists at Fort Detrick and the FBI said tests on the threatening letter opened Thursday found no anthrax. The white powder was talc, according to spokesman Chuck Casey and FBI official Chris Murray.
In Olympia Washington a man was jailed after a suspected land mine was found under a car seat during a New Year’s Eve traffic stop. Police and the state patrol bomb squad believed it was a mine but it proved to be a military training device and no danger to the public. Bradley Hull 33 was held on 25 000 bond for investigation of possessing an explosive device and possessing a dangerous weapon before being released.
Two gunmen opened fire in an apartment during a robbery attempt injuring a 17 year old and a 3 year old and wounding six others. Police said the victims knew the suspects who were let in before the shooting. At least two victims remained in critical condition. LaDonna Tucker, 41, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for child mistreatment at her day care after being found guilty of two mistreatment counts and promoting vice.
Reading Police Sgt. James Cormier testified that Thomas Junta admitted involvement in a fatal July 2000 rink fight after hockey practice. Costin died next day from blunt head trauma. Junta claims self defense as trial proceeds.
The Supreme Court will hear a Bush administration backed case on whether officers must inform public transit passengers of their rights before searches for drugs or crimes on buses and trains. The 1999 Tallahassee Greyhound stop led to cocaine findings and a ruling that the officers did not properly inform the men of their rights, challenging admissibility of evidence.
Amargosa Valley residents debate the federal plan to bury 77,000 tons of spent nuclear fuel near Yucca Mountain. Officials estimate the project could cost 58 billion more and take decades. locals warn of traffic, water contamination, and long‑term risks, while some see economic benefits.
Postal Service nears agreement with major mailers to lift rates by an average 8.7 percent by June 30, with first class stamps rising three cents to 37 cents. The deal would avert further increases this year and provide about $6 billion more revenue amid anthrax by mail costs, while mailers seek congressional help for decontamination expenses.
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