Quinn to help pick Illinois Sr. governor
Democrats in Illinois face a do over after the primary winner dropped out over past issues. Governor Pat Quinn may help choose his running mate but named no shortlist. the race for lieutenant governor hinges on November.
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Criminal probe into Connecticut power plant explosion
A criminal investigation was opened into the Kleen Energy plant blast near Middletown that killed five workers. Authorities consider possible criminal negligence as a factor while rescue crews assess unstable areas and confirm all on-site workers accounted for. The victims were Peter Chetulis, Ronald Crabb, Raymond Dobratz, Chris Walters, and Roy Rushton. About 114 workers were on site. six remained hospitalized.
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Rep Murtha Dies at 77 in Arlington Virginia
Rep John Murtha the veteran congressman and anti war critic died Monday at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington. He was 77 and had faced gallbladder surgery complications with his family by his side. The longtime Pentagon spending hawk served as the top Democrat on the House subcommittee overseeing defense spending.
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Virginia activists push Trust Women plate amid Choose Life debate
Abortion-rights groups in Virginia back a new Trust Women Respect Choice license plate seeking legislative approval, arguing the issue is political while opponents and officials worry about diverting plate fees to Planned Parenthood. A Senate committee heard testimony and could vote soon as lawmakers decide the proposal.
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Virginia joins list of states approving Choose Life plates
Virginia became the 23rd state to approve the Choose Life plate. The plates are to roll out in Massachusetts Delaware and North Dakota by end of March with efforts in a dozen other states. Russ Amerling of Choose Life Inc notes nationwide sales exceed 520000 since 2000, raising over 11 million for crisis pregnancy centers adoption services and maternity homes.
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