Pedestrian deaths in U S rise and fall with safety gains
The GHSA reports 2082 pedestrians were killed in the first half of 2014, a 2.8 percent drop from 2013, with Delaware and Florida posting the highest death rates per 100 000. New York City lowered speed limits to 25 mph and increased enforcement to save lives.
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Pot law pits Bowser against Congress over Washington DC pot rights
Democratic Mayor Muriel Bowser clashes with Republican lawmakers, accusing them of bullying as Congress threatens to withhold funds over the voter approved marijuana initiative. Bowser has authorized private growing and sharing of cannabis, while federal funding to DC remains tied to budget and program restrictions.
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Bacteria infections and a deadly street racing crash
New research reports 500000 Americans contract C difficile yearly with about 29000 deaths, mostly among 65 plus, linked to antibiotic use and healthcare settings. In Chatsworth a Mustang crash killed two spectators and injured one, with police noting a modified fast vehicle possibly street racing.
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