Kevorkian testifies in latest assisted suicide trial in Pontiac
Dr. Jack Kevorkian takes the stand in Pontiac describing his duty as a doctor to end two women’s suffering by aiding their deaths. He denounces the system and defends actions in the Michigan case involving Marjorie Wantz, 58, and Sherry Muller, 43, who died together at a cabin on October 23, 1991.
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Bay accused of beating baby to stay in custody
In Martinez California a 6-year-old boy charged with attempted murder in the near fatal beating of an infant will remain in Juvenile Hall after a court referee refused to release him citing death threats. The judge also denied dropping charges against the boy and the 5-year-old twins tied to the burglary and theft of a Big Wheel Way bike.
Kardashian invokes privilege in Simpson wrongful death suit
O J Simpson friend and lawyer Robert Kardashian refused to answer certain questions citing attorney-client privilege in the ongoing wrongful death case filed by Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman relatives. Kardashian had previously invoked privilege during the criminal trial over testimony about actions after the killings and a videotape.
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Israel delays Hebron troop pullout until after May elections
Prime Minister Shimon Peres orders postponement of redeployment in Hebron to avoid friction with Palestinians amid the election period. Foreign Minister Barak signals a likely delay while security officials discuss a date. Palestinians in Hebron react angrily, calling the move a setback to peace.
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Colombian official surrenders amid biggest drug corruption probe
Attorney General Orlando Vasquez 53 surrendered to police at a training school on the Bogota outskirts one day after prosecutors ordered his arrest. He faces charges of taking money from the Cali cartel as part of Colombia’s sprawling probe that also involves President Ernesto Samper over 1994 campaign donations.
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Buchanan Pushes for Anti Abortion Platform
Pat Buchanan and his allies urged a hard line against any shift in the GOP abortion plank. They warned California Gov Pete Wilson and others could push Dole toward moderation to win female voters. Bay Buchanan said Dole’s team backs stopping any changes, while Whitman aides said there is no grand strategy to use governors as stalking horses.
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Whitewater prosecution rests case in Tucker trial
The prosecution rested without proving Clinton benefited from a $300,000 loan tied to James McDougal and Susan McDougal as Gov. Jim Guy Tucker and the McDougals push that federal charges be dismissed. Clinton testified as a defense witness. jury to resume Tuesday as defense deliberates calling witnesses.
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Congressional wage rise likely says Dole on NBC
Senate leader Bob Dole indicated there will probably be an increase in the minimum wage, with Democrats and the Clinton administration seeking to raise it from 4.25 to 5.15 per hour. Republicans delay a vote while discussions consider tying the wage to workplace rule reforms and repealing the 43 cent per gallon gas tax hike. An AP poll shows 78 percent support an increase, but concerns remain about job losses.
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Dole presses to repeal Clinton gas tax amid fuel debate
In New York Dole vowed to introduce legislation to repeal the Clinton gas tax crediting a one time drop in prices as a shell game. He argued the best path to lower fuel costs is repeal while debates over funding and insurance fund boosts raged in Washington with lawmakers dividing along party lines.
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Online Weather Data from Syracuse Newspapers
Syracuse Newspapers maintain a home page on the World Wide Web with links to forecasts summaries and Nexrad images. The NewsLine Weather Data line provides toll free and local numbers for county snowfall forecasts ski and travel information and weather warnings with up to date updates and tips.
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