Black lawmakers split over Clinton crime bill debate
Three Black Caucus members Rep Cleo Fields Rep Charles Rangel and Rep John Lewis oppose the death penalty and back a floor debate while seeking changes to the 33 billion anti crime package. Clinton and Panetta push for votes as White House negotiates a thinner bill with targets on crime prevention and weapon bans.
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Dover Board Tackles Eight Item To Do List For Finances
The Dover Board of Aldermen faces an eight item to do list as the town, four years behind on audits, runs on a $28,305 interim budget while awaiting a full audit and a new budget. Auditor Hancock says the town appears financially solid if compliance changes are made, with audits expected within a month after the previous accountant was fired for not obtaining state approval from 1991 to 1994.
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River flood roams mountain streets after heavy rains
In Watauga County, homeowners like Lindsay Kiser sheltered as a river of rain flowed down streets. Remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl dumped several inches on saturated ground triggering a state of emergency. Western North Carolina saw high 24 hour rainfall with local gauges near record levels.
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City weighs opposition to Coastal Futures land use plan
New Bern may join Craven and Pamlico counties in opposing the Coastal Futures Committee recommendations for stronger land use planning. Alderman Max Freeze signals possible resolution against parts of the plan, arguing it could block city grants if local plans fail bureaucratic reviews. The committee, appointed by Gov. Hunt, seeks mandatory implementing provisions for CAMA, a shift criticized by local officials who say plans are already in use and autonomy is eroded.
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Tobacco firms sued over billions in smoking costs
Minnesota and private insurer sue major tobacco companies alleging a conspiracy and fraud that shifted smoking related health care costs onto taxpayers. The Ramsey County suit names RJ Reynolds Lorillard Liggett Philip Morris Brown Williamson BAT The American Tobacco Co The Council for Tobacco Research USA and The Tobacco Institute. It seeks damages for health care paid and civil penalties while claiming the industry lied for decades about smoking risks. About 6000 Minnesotans die annually from smoking related causes.
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Pace of health reform debate in Senate quickens
From Washington the Senate weighs health reform at about one amendment per day as leaders face a lengthy 1,443 page bill. The bill aims to establish a basic insurance package with Democratic sponsors pushing the measure amid a muddy final tally.
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