Oil spill in Galveston Bay far larger than initial estimate
Coast Guard reports 500000 gallons of oil leaked from two barges in Galveston Bay, a revision from 50000 gallons. A 16 mile slick threatens marshes and beaches as skimmers and a vacuum truck resume work at daybreak to prevent Gulf of Mexico spread.
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Probe reviews Exxon Valdez crew and Coast Guard actions
National Transportation Safety Board staff examine crew conduct and responses by Exxon and Coast Guard after the March 24 1989 spill of 11 million gallons in Prince William Sound. The board planned a final vote on probable cause and other conclusions after a public meeting.
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President urged to help repair damage from budget plans
Republican leaders pressed President Bush to block August recess until Democrats present a plan or rail at them for delays. The leak of a proposal to cap state and local tax deductions and raise federal taxes on beer wine and spirits has provoked criticism from state and local officials while Democrats smile from the sidelines. Rep. Frenzel said the plan would cap deductions at ten thousand dollars for joint filers, while Gingrich dismissed the proposal as vague ideas from individuals and said it does not exist.
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House acts to curb tax and phone ads technology
The House passed by voice vote a bill restricting unsolicited advertisements sent by telephone and through facsimile machines. Supporters say it targets the growing problem of automated dialing and punk faxes, while opponents align with the Bush administration on broader policy.
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New Dems push public funds for Senate campaigns
Senate Democrats press for partial public financing to replace PAC money. They override GOP opposition to divert $20 million every two years from the presidential campaign fund to aid Senate candidates in buying TV ad time. The vote dismissed Sen. Mitch McConnell's amendment to remove the provision.
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House OKs military construction cut on $8.3 billion bill
The House approved an $8.3 billion military construction bill by a 312-82 vote, trimming President Bush's overseas projects including a new base. The action defers $254 million for MX missiles on railroad cars and cuts $37 million from $92 million for B-2 bomber facilities at Whiteman Air Force Base Missouri Tha Deenciate.
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House panel trims B-2 bomber funding and food labeling act
The House Armed Services panel moved to drop 3.8 billion dollars Bush sought for two B-2 bombers and backed a nutrition labeling bill. It would require calories and nutritional information to be printed in larger type or highlighted on labels.
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Les Aspin
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Barry predicts no rioting if convicted in cocaine case
Mayor Marion Barry voiced confidence that Washington would not erupt in violence regardless of his cocaine and perjury trial verdict. He dismissed riot talk as not representing him, contrasting expectations with 1968 unrest after MLK's assassination. The six-week trial featured 44 witnesses and could go to the jury as closing arguments near.
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Buckey to Seek Millions in Civil Suit Says Attorney
Former McMartin Pre-School teacher Ray mond Buckey plans a civil action in Los Angeles against Los Angeles County, the city of Manhattan Beach, and others after a deadlocked criminal case. Attorney Scott Bernstein says a suit will seek over a million dollars, arguing seven years of harm to Buckey and his family. The complaint targets the county supervisors, former DA Robert Philibosian, the Children’s Institute International center, Kee McFarland, ABC, and Wayne Satz for alleged wrongful actions and intrusion in the investigation.
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Scott Bernstein
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Robert Philibosian
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Kee McFarlane
Capitol City
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Wayne Satz
Buckey acquittal deadlock over child case noted by relatives
Peggy Buckey says there were people who have done wrong while her son Raymond Buckey, 32, remains deadlocked on eight counts and faces dismissal motions. She vows not to be a millionaire, seeks restitution, and notes family losses from Manhattan Beach home and preschool amid the lengthy criminal proceedings. Buckey was acquitted of 40 charges in the first trial and later faced a second trial on eight counts. five other charges were dismissed.
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Zsa Zsa Gabor recalls jail stay with odd comforts
Zsa Zsa Gabor, 72, says three days in Beverly Hills jail were mostly pleasant despite poor food and a horse blanket. She criticized the makeup removal and stories about silk sheets, and noted she served 72 hours after failing to finish 120 hours of community service. She was ordered to pay $13,000 in fines and restitution.
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