Junk science in hair analysis taints many crimes
A nationwide review finds 26 of 28 FBI microscopic hair examiners overstated matches in over 95 percent of 268 trials reviewed, contributing to 32 death sentences, with 14 executed or dead in custody. Texas cases show 21 tainted verdicts, prompting appeals. The report, linked to DNA advances, warns against flawed testimony in capital cases.
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North Ridgeville primary tax issues outline revenue
An editorial correction notes the three ballot taxes differ in revenue. Issue 18 renews a police tax raising 1.38 million dollars annually, while Issues 17 and 19 for road work and fire protection raise 1.34 million each year respectively.
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Brinda praises Elyria progress and urges May 5 re election
A local letter lauds Mayor Holly Brinda for auditing departments boosting infrastructure and safety, plus parks and youth programs. It urges support on May 5 to re elect Brinda. The writer references a separate Oberlin council session and criticizes public meeting accountability.
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Bootleggers and Baptists in E cig regulation explained
Washington analysis traces how moralists and profit seekers push tobacco and e cig rules. It cites King James I on smoke, cites Yandle on bootleggers Baptists, and discusses taxes tobacco bonds and vaping rising among youth shaping policy. George Will notes contact in washpost.
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