House approves measure to end offshore drilling ban
The House voted 232 to 187 to lift a 25 year offshore drilling ban allowing gas and oil extraction from New England to Alaska. Supporters say it boosts energy independence while opponents warn of environmental damage and harm to coastal economies.
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Annexation clash as Carbondale seeks state intervention
Carbondale asks state to intervene in a land dispute tied to a 1994 annexation agreement with a 6.67 acre mobile home lot. Carterville counters property owners can join Carterville, while Carbondale says the land is in its long term buffer zone. State bill to allow annexation near wildlife refuges could affect outcome.
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Weather Still a Concern as Shuttle Discovery Countdown Advances
CAPE CANAVERAL FL The countdown for the space shuttle Discovery’s 12 day ISS mission moved forward despite a 60 percent chance of thunderstorm clouds and lightning. Officials said weather remains the main obstacle while technical issues were not present and launch could shift to Sunday or Tuesday if delays occur.
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