Judge clears path for medical marijuana ballot in DC
A federal judge overturned the Barr Amendment blocking DC residents from placing the medical marijuana issue on the ballot. The 1998 law, repeatedly renewed in spending bills, had blocked local votes on cannabis for medical use.
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U.S
Emmet Sullivan
District of Columbia
Barr
Bob Barr
R-Ga
Supreme Court Justice Broderick attacked at home in New Hampshire
Justice John Broderick of the New Hampshire Supreme Court was beaten at his Manchester home early Saturday. He underwent surgery and was listed in serious but not life threatening condition. A suspect is in custody with charges pending. police say it was not believed to be random.
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David Brock
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New Hampshire
Oregon offers homeowners grants to curb wildfire risk
Derrick Johnson of the Oregon Department of Forestry filed papers for a $300 grant to help Hurshel Smith remove dead trees and brush around his home. National Fire Plan funds totaling $7.2 million support Oregon and other states to reduce wildfire danger near towns, with rules encouraging proper disposal rather than burning.
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State preps to handle West Nile virus outbreak
Illinois health officials plan a statewide response to West Nile virus as birds and horses died last year and testing improves. Dead birds will be reported starting mid April to local officials for testing, with results in about a week. Public health guidance urges mosquito protection and habitat cleanup to reduce transmission.
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