Anger over Casey Anthony verdict goes online worldwide
Online reaction to Casey Anthony acquittal exploded across Facebook and Twitter with thousands of posts and hostile memes. The verdict spurred threats and heated discussions as jurors’ names were withheld and release neared, while critics and supporters debated the case’s meaning and media amplification.
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Boehner pushes for smaller 2 trillion deficit deal
House Republicans abandon a four trillion plan as Speaker Boehner signals a realistic two trillion target. He says tax hikes must be part of any larger deal, and a White House meeting with top leaders will outline remaining differences before August debt limit pressure.
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Marion man shot dead after 911 call near bar
Police responded to shots fired at Pip’s Bar on West Boyton Street in Marion at 10:45 p.m. Monroe was found at the scene and airlifted to Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, where he died. No arrests yet as major case squad investigates leads. Local contact: Becky Malkovich.
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Williamson County Fair Opens With Music And Rides
Fans arrive early for the Williamson County Fair concert at 8 30 pm with Rita Parker Equality Leslie Ego Eldorado Trisha Porterfield Dongola and Cheree Horton Ridgway among early arrivals. Fair president John Fosse promises a mix of music rides and classic events for all.
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SIU Cites Budget Cuts and Hiring Freeze Shielding Jobs
Chancellor Cheng notes 2011 cuts hit academic units about 4 percent and other units 5 percent with four furlough days. A hiring freeze left 280 positions open. many may remain unfilled as deans trim budgets. The measures saved about 3 million from vacancies and 2.7 million from unpaid days, avoiding layoffs. A 2 to 2.5 percent permanent cut is planned for 2012 to cover the state shortfall, with a 5.7 million structural deficit.
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