Drugs filling jails in nation report shows rise in drug related arrests
A 1989 Bureau of Justice Statistics report reveals jails swollen with drug users mainly for non narcotics crimes or narcotics violations. Between 1983 and 1989 inmate numbers surged 77 percent while narcotics arrests jumped 328 percent. Black and Hispanic inmates rose sharply, and female arrestees climbed 161 percent.
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Inmate Drug Use Ties to Crimes Across Jails Survey
Fran McGonagle reports on a Bureau of Justice statistics survey of 5,675 inmates in 424 jails. It finds 13 percent cited illegal drugs as a reason for their offense, with 27 percent of prior drug users saying crimes were to fund drugs. Nearly one in three robbers and burglars linked to drug money.
Wellington Offers Water To Oberlin To Ease Shortage
Wellington will send about 70,000 gallons from its south reservoir into Charlemont Creek to aid Oberlin facing a water shortage. The village reservoir is at capacity and not needed, with water flowing to the Black River near Route 58 north. Utilities Director Robert Dupee outlined the plan.
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Lorain native celebrates Terry Anderson freed in Beirut
Lorain resident LORAIN Jack LaVicha said the early 3 30 am AP call announcing Terry Anderson’s release by Muslim captors in Beirut was the greatest news. He has chaired the Free Terry Anderson Committee since 1985 and described reaction as joyful and long-awaited. He also noted calls from Paris and widespread relief among Anderson’s family and supporters.
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Jack LaVicha
Associated Press
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Beirut
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Paris
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Brutal minus twenty wind chill grips area roads
Cold air blanks the region driving a slip-siding morning commute as wind chills hit minus 20. Police report at least 15 accidents since midnight with minor injuries at Elyria and Medina patrol posts. Officials warn of continuing cold and blowing snow, with more flurries, then warming into the 30s Friday and 40s by Sunday.
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Grand jury weighs evidence against Lorain cop
Lorain Det. Leonard Gerace a 11 year veteran and former police union president faced a grand jury inquiry over alleged theft of crack cocaine from the police department evidence locker. Capt. Cel Rivera said the panel’s action and possible indictment remain sealed if issued.
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