Delayed decision on ending life for longtime quadriplegic patient
Bill White, a 1967 accident quadriplegic at Strong Memorial Hospital, seeks to unplug his ventilator under New York law. A court review and prosecutor delay pause the plan as doctors confirm competency and lack of depressive motive. White, paralyzed since age 18, has lived at the hospital for 32 years with staff calling him part of the family.
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New York police review policy after dogs die in custody
In Brooklyn two unleashed Rottweilers died after police restrained them in the trunk of a cruiser during a heat wave. Parents Ruby Thomas and Wakeen Thomas lament the loss as officials say ESU officers transported the dogs to a shelter instead of using the city facility. Authorities did not comment.
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Forbes faces Democratic primary challenge on Long Island
Liz Abzug daughter of Bella Abzug weighs a run for the Democratic nomination against U.S. Representative Michael Forbes of eastern Long Island who left the GOP to join the Democratic Party. Abzug, 47, has career campaign work and teaches urban studies at Barnard College, saying many district residents urge her to run.
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Lazio tops Giuliani in fundraising totals
Rep. Rick Lazio raised 457000 from PACs in the latest six month period, six times Giuliani’s 64275. Lazio’s cash on hand stands at about 3.1 million versus Giuliani’s 2.6 million, with Rep. Peter King also in the race.
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Albany warns on ground beef patties over E coli risk
State agriculture officials warn consumers not to eat ground beef patties possibly contaminated with E coli. The Patties were made by Jac Pac Foods Ltd of Manchester New Hampshire and distributed through BJ's Wholesale Club. They bear product codes 00924 or 00934 and Jac Pac has recalled the meat, with BJ's removing it from shelves and sending letters to customers.
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