Ito aims to avoid hermit jurors in Simpson trial
Judge Lance Ito said he is not seeking hermits for the Simpson murder trial jury but expects selected jurors to feel cut off from the world. Former jurors in high profile cases speak of seclusion and pressure to reach a verdict. Ito will rule on sequestration after evaluating potential jurors exposure to publicity. Interviews began for 12 jurors and eight alternates from about 300 in the pool.
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Balloons mark the spot in Eric Morris death case in Chicago
In Chicago at the Ida B Wells housing project a 14th floor window incident left 5 year old Eric Morris dead from massive injuries after being pushed by two older boys upset he would not steal candy. Derrick, his 8 year old half brother, was pulled back inside before the second push. The two 10 and 11 year olds were charged with murder as juveniles and held for a court appearance. U S Housing Secretary Henry Cisneros visited the project amid discussions on safety and conditions for residents.
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Bridge Day attracts hundreds of BASE jumpers from New River Gorge
In Fayetteville West Virginia hundreds joined the 15th annual Bridge Day on the New River Gorge Bridge 876 feet above the river. BASE participants from about 420 members registered for the event while one jumper Mike Flynn of Gainesville Florida injured his shin landing on the riverbank after a three second free fall.
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Energy revolution sparks clean power surge
Washington AP reports a Worldwatch Institute book predicts a coming energy revolution as sun and wind drive more electricity than expected. The volume Power Surge by Christopher Flavin and Nicholas Lenssen outlines a shift from petroleum and coal to cleaner, economical options challenging traditional utilities.
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