Oil tanker sinks off Spain amid looming spill disaster
The 26 year old Bahamas flagged oil tanker Prestige broke in two and sank off Galicia after days adrift near Spain. As 800000 to 1.02 million gallons leaked from the hull authorities warned of a spill larger than Exxon Valdez and possible far reaching ecological damage along the Spanish coastline.
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Illinois Budget in Red By 34 Billion From Tobacco Settlement
The budget faces a 34 billion red ink, tied to future tobacco settlement proceeds and potential new legislation. House action may restore 163 million to a 22.3 billion budget as Sen. Steven J. Rauschenberger cautions against major moves this fall with a new administration looming. Voices from nursing home lobbyists urge tax increases despite Gov elect Blagojevich opposition, citing possible Medicaid cuts and anecdotal closures. Heavily political transition ahead as Democrats gain governorship and Senate in January.
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Mary Lou's Grill marks 40 years with community spirit
Mary Lou's Grill celebrates four decades under Marilyn Martin and Robert Martins, who kept the coconut cream pies and welcome style as generations of customers shared stories. Mary Lou Trammel started the restaurant in 1962, hung photos, and built a local scene where staff know regulars by name.
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