US Airways files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
US Airways, the seventh largest US carrier, filed for Chapter 11 in Virginia citing 2001 losses. The airline said operations would continue and it secured 500 million in financing as it seeks cost cuts from 35,000 employees and a restructuring plan to safeguard service to over 200 communities. The petition lists 7.81 billion in assets and 7.83 billion in liabilities. A hearing is set for 10:30 a.m. Monday.
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Lorain City Hall dispute tests voter tax choice
A rift in Lorain politics centers on a 0.25 percent tax increase on the November ballot. Mayor Foltin, backed by some Democrats, faces opposition from others who say the city needs better finances before raising taxes. Political observers note the debate goes to the heart of government spending and citizen trust.
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Doctor fights to clear name in anthrax probe
Bioweapons expert Dr. Steven J Hatfill vigorously denies any role in the anthrax letters. He says he cooperated with investigators to clear his name but claims life and work were damaged by speculation and innuendo. Hatfill asserts there is not a shred of evidence tying him to the mailing and urges consideration of his loyalty as an American.
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Steven J Hatfill
Hatfill
Asian Brown Cloud linked to half‑million India deaths yearly
London report by UN experts says the Asian Brown Cloud causes premature deaths in India amounting to about 500,000 annually. Biomass burning and wood diesel fires join industrial pollution as major sources in the two mile thick air haze over South Asia.
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South Asia
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Paul Crutzen
Max-Planck Institute For Chemistry
Mainz
Germany
Local and State Elections Face Cash Faking Claims
Local and state officials are pressed as reports surface that several politicians with secure elections are faking sums in campaign finance. The claims allege inflated cash disclosures to mislead voters and donors.
Perseid meteor showers reach peak across countryside
Astronomers urge viewers to watch the Perseid meteors from dark countryside as the shower peaks early today. The Perseids, named for Perseus, are visible from July 25 to August 18, according to the Black River Astronomical Society.
Fire injures Elyria firefighters at Eagle Circle home
Two Elyria Fire Department members remained in stable condition after a Sunday blaze at 335 Eagle Circle. Neighbors recalled the owners leaving shortly before flames were seen in the back bedroom, with officials not providing details Sunday night.
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