Weather outlook with showers and storms tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely tonight with a low 60 to 65. Tomorrow features variable clouds and a chance of showers and storms, clearing in the afternoon with a high 70 to 75. Sunset today 8 48 p m sunrise tomorrow 5 27 a m. High yesterday 75 low 54. Record highs and lows for the date: 97 in 1941 and 44 in 1970. Mean last year 61, normal 70. Humidity yesterday at 8 p m 61 and today at 8 a m 72.
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Texas shelters opened as eight die in heat wave
United Press International reports record heat across the Southwest with eight deaths in Texas. Shelters were opened in Dallas and Fort Worth as temperatures exceeded 110 degrees, medical staff treated heat stroke cases, and utilities faced peak demand. across the region, other states report storms and tornadoes with multiple fatalities.
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Pryor improves after skin grafts in hospital
Comedian Richard Pryor remains off the critical list following skin graft surgery for severe burns and reports say he is improving and in good spirits. Officials note his energy, appetite, and upcoming additional grafts as he recovers at Sherman Oaks Community Hospital after June 9 incident at his Northridge home. J. Brown visits while limiting others to conserve Pryor’s energy. Fred Astaire and Robyn Smith wed in Beverly Hills. ceremony kept private with only family and close friends, followed by a undisclosed honeymoon.
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State to buy bulletproof vests for beat cops statewide
Gov. Carey signed a 1 million dollar bill to reimburse government units purchasing approved bulletproof vests for line officers regularly exposed to danger. Sponsors say vests could be used by about half of New York's 57 000 officers, citing 41 officer fatalities in five years.
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State Pays Hotel Tabs in Mohawk Feud Clash
The state has covered hotel rooms for about 30 Mohawk Indians from the St. Regis Reservation enduring tensions between traditionalist and elective factions. Federal funding is expected to share costs, with the number and extent to be confirmed. In mid June, 150 elective Mohawks blocked a public road near Massena, prompting a state of emergency. Authorities sought surrender of traditionalists facing indictment since 1979. Off-reservation housing is a temporary measure as talks continue and overtime costs rise.
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Two Firefighters Die as Rope Snaps in Harlem Blaze
New York report says two firefighters Lawrence Fitzpatrick aged 36 and Gerald Frisby aged 28 fell seven stories after a nylon rescue rope snapped during a three-alarm fire at an upper Harlem tenement. The tragedy injured 35 other firefighters and four policemen.
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NYC Subway Fare Raised Amid Protests at Midnight
The Associated Press reports New York City subways and buses raised fares by 10 cents to 60 cents at midnight. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority approved the increase despite a 45 minute delay from protesting riders during yesterday's meeting.
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Blues Brothers bring Chicago blues to Saratoga
The Blues Brothers Band performs Chicago rhythm and blues at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Friday at 7 p.m. Juliet Jake Blues and the silent Elwood Blues evoke SNL roots from 1978 with Belushi and Akroyd lookalikes. Rolling Stone praises their musical force and warmth.
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