31 Aug 1996
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1996
Page
1
A national coalition of groups challenged a trial order regarding the Simpson case. They argued the ruling affected access to proceedings and sought clarification on venue and procedural steps moving forward.
New York Governor Pataki announces a state job cut of about 6,000 as part of a broader plan. The administration touts a new component table to track early requirements and allocate remaining resources to key programs, with details on how savings will be redirected.
The Citadel faced a sweat drenched trial as female cadet Shannon Faulkner earlier broke a 153 year ban on women. Many cadets endured brutal physical tests starting before dawn and continuing into the night. Thirty two cadets quit during the grueling Hell Week.
Russia signs a breakthrough accord with rebel chief Aslan Maskhadov in Khasavyurt claiming the Chechnya war is over and independence talks may begin within five years. The pact suspends secession bids though doubts remain about its durability and broad insurgent support.
Farrakhan says he will fight in court to claim the $250,000 prize attached to a Gadhafi Human Rights Award, despite sanctions that would bar acceptance. He declines the money to avoid jail and plans appeals to overturn Treasury denial of an exemption, signaling a nationwide legal push.
The Associated Press reports that Iraqi forces initiated an assault against Kurdish separatist groups. The operation aims to curb insurgent activity in contested northern areas, with regional implications for stability and security dynamics in the region.
Navy test pilot Michael family ran Cicero airfield since 1950. Michael died July 4 1969 in Vietnam while flying a helicopter mission at age 21. His brothers Mark and Micky Michael took over the airfield after their father’s 1993 death. Mark said Michael was an experienced flyer and premier Central New York instructor. The air show proceeds despite seven pilots affected by the loss.
The California Assembly approved a bill requiring repeat offenders to undergo chemical castration, with weekly injections optional after a first offense and mandatory after a second crime against a child under 13. Gov. Wilson is expected to sign as supporters say it will prevent molestations. Opponents call it inhumane and ineffective.
Syracuse Republican DeFrancisco criticizes a 13 percent casino tax proposal as uneven with competitors and warns New Yorkers may cross into Canada for gambling. He notes tax rates in Nevada and New Jersey and cites Niagara Falls as a draw, while endorsing tourism-led growth and resort casinos to boost New York’s economy.
A state panel released a report on gambling exploring benefits for host communities education tourism and the racing industry. Vernon Downs backs Turming Stone cutting into Vernon Lake. track officials say it could boost business while Delaware and Prairie Meadows cited slot machines raising purses and reviving racing.
Automated weather lines provide pollen and mold reports for Central New York plus a Channel 9 forecast by Dave Eichorn. The service also offers Upstate travel advisories, severe weather updates every 10 minutes, and Clinton Square station temperatures.
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