Florio Vetoes Reduced New Jersey Budget
Trenton New Jersey Governor Jim Florio vetoes a $14.65 billion budget after the Legislature, led by Republicans, trimmed $1 billion from his plan. He criticizes the measure as fiscally unsound and unhelpful to citizens, setting up a likely override clash before the midnight Tuesday deadline.
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Gotti Sr. Dies. Son Needs Escort For Funeral
John Gotti Sr., 85, died in his sleep at a Valley Stream home. Police say no cause yet and official death notice. His son John Gotti Jr., 51, was sentenced to life in prison for murder and racketeering, already jailed in Marion Illinois. To attend the funeral, Gotti Jr. must request through the warden.
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Black students hail court ruling in desegregation case
In Jackson, Mississippi, Jackson State University students say funding remains unequal despite similar overall spending. The Supreme Court ruling directs Mississippi to do more to desegregate its state colleges. Tarsha Weatherspoon voices a sense of justice as the ruling may require more money to upgrade underfunded black institutions. The State College Board planned a meeting to discuss the decision, with officials declining comment.
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US investigator doubts Yeltsin POW claim
Former US Ambassador Malcolm Toon cast doubt on President Yeltsin’s assertion that American POWs may be alive in the former Soviet Union. Toon said Moscow has two weeks to confirm if any living POW exists in a Russian labor camp or psychiatric hospital, stressing no solid evidence supports Yeltsin’s statement.
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ANC launches nationwide drive to topple white government
In Johannesburg the ANC and allied unions initiate Operation Exit, a yearlong civil disobedience campaign of strikes, marches, sit-ins, and neighborhood councils aimed at forcing a negotiated shift to majority rule. Leaders compare tactics to Eastern Europe and Iran's shah downfall. results hinge on mass pressure.
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New York Death Penalty Amendment Clears Senate
A constitutional amendment to restore the death penalty passed the New York State Senate but faces an uncertain future in the Democratic Assembly. Sponsor Sen. Dale Volker says the measure would bypass governors vetoes, sending the issue to voters after two legislative approvals. Governor Cuomo calls it a phony proposal and opposes revisiting the issue.
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Architects face license denial linked to Syracuse corruption case
Caruso of Associated Architects of Syracuse and Lemonides, tied to ex mayor Alexander, faced federal cases over kickbacks and bid rigging. Caruso pleaded guilty to tax evasion and bribery, receiving prison time and city restitution. Lemonides also admitted conspiracy, paid fines, and served prison time. The schemes covered millions in city contracts and multiple school projects and airport work.
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Warmus given 25 years to life in killing of her lover's wife
Carolyn Warmus was sentenced to 25 years to life for killing Betty Jeanne Solomon, with an additional five to fifteen year weapons term to run concurrently. Prosecutors and family vow rewards search while Warmus maintains innocence in a case that drew national attention and echoes Fatal Attraction.
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Westchester
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Navy secretary resigns over Tailhook sexual harassment scandal
Secretary Garrett resigns after acknowledging presence near the Las Vegas Tailhook convention where dozens of drunken aviators and strippers were present, with at least 26 women alleging sexual assaults. An independent probe was demanded amid accusations of a cover up and initial Navy investigative gaps.
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Kellogg admits affair amid courtroom testimony in murder case
Laurie Kellogg faced cross examination in Seneca County Court as she described her affair and pursuit of her husband Bruce Kellogg?s death. Denver McDowell testified he killed Bruce at her urging, claiming love for Kellogg, while she denied planning the murder and said she only learned of the danger after the gunshots.
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Clear and cool tonight with sunny Sunday forecast
Tonight will be mainly clear and cool with a low around 50. Sunday turns mostly sunny and pleasant with a high near 75. A mix of sun and clouds is forecast for Monday with partly cloudy conditions Tuesday and Wednesday and a chance of a shower each day.
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