Murder charges dismissed in high-profile case
Helen Havens voices frustration living near the accused killer as the appellate decision unfolds over more than two years. Judge Grose, noting multiple appeals, confirmed another step in the long case while Wirth maintains self defense claims amid the fatal confrontation with Haens, a 28-year-old farm worker.
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Wirth defense says prosecutors failed to follow rules in trial
Wirth’s lawyer Tamac ivy argues prosecutors misled the court and allowed prejudicial testimony from Brian Root about an affair with Charlotte Havens. The judge declared a mistrial after Root left the stand, with Brandt slamming the theory tying Havens to the murder case. Eby notes Wirth’s emotional response and intent to move on.
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State job offers up to 105000 a year and patronage concerns
A state job opens a commissioner post with a 127 million dollar budget and 750 plus staff while a separate role would pay 103000. Brunetti's resume lists prior roles as an assistant US attorney and first deputy district attorney. Critics warn patronage risks eroding public trust and urge accountability in appointments.
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US scientists faced gamble in 1950s nuclear tests
New documents from a presidential panel review human radiation experiments describe scientists weighing the Nevada test site risks in 1951. They discuss fallout patterns and insist that absolute civilian safeguards are impossible, noting public pressures could halt testing if missteps occur. The archives, found at Los Alamos, form part of the broad operation after World War II.
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NYC water study targets keeping reservoirs pristine
Scientists from Freshwater Institute aim to model and monitor Cannonsville Reservoir and other New York City sources to prevent pollution and algae growth. The project trains NYC staff to use a Seabird Scanner device and develop general tools for all Delaware and Catskill systems, seeking to avoid filtration again.
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