Avian flu outbreak tests Delaware farmers and precautions
Amid an avian flu scare, Delaware reports H7 positive flocks in Sussex County while neighboring states tighten biosecurity. Pennsylvania and New Jersey impose measures, including farm quarantines, manure bans, and enhanced sanitation as officials urge rapid sampling for any abnormalities.
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Senate highway bill faces veto threat and divisive House split
A Senate approved 318 billion six year surface transportation bill would add about 100 billion for roads bridges and transit but faces a presidential veto threat White House aides cite deficits and fiscal restraint as objections Critics in the House argue the measure does not go far enough while some back raising the gas tax and longer term funding seek to extend highway programs while awaiting broader consensus.
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Prison hostage in Arizona standoff kept sane by hope and prayer
A female guard held 15 days by inmates at Lewis Prison Buckeye described praying for strength and thoughts of her daughter as she endured sexual assault and fear. Investigators released transcript noting her escape ideas and reliance on fellow guards with yellow ribbons. Police filed 23 counts against Ricky Wassenaar and Steven Coy including kidnapping and assault. Coy faces sexual assault charges. Wassenaar accused of attempted second degree murder.
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Jackson case delayed as defense seeks time to review evidence
In Santa Maria California Judge Rodney Melville delays ruling on timing of Michael Jacksons preliminary hearing as defense Mark Geragos says 400 pages of evidence must be reviewed Prosecution says evidence turnover is about halfway done All sides set to return April 2 to fix date for the hearing The judge also rules on a media bid to unseal search documents remaining sealed with edited versions likely by next week
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