Imus Defends Racial Remark as Sarcastic Point
Don Imus says his Tuesday radio exchanges about Adam Jones were intended as a sarcastic point on racial bias in arrests, defending his return after a prior racist remark. He notes a more diverse show lineup and says criticism is ridiculous while acknowledging ongoing scrutiny.
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Georgia sex offenders sue over ban on church activities
Five offenders filed a federal suit in Rome alleging the Georgia law bans volunteering and worship participation. They argue the measure criminalizes religious activity and imposes 10 to 30 years in prison for helping at churches. The statute also blocks residence, work, or loitering within 1000 feet of places children gather.
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Gerald MO town tricks public into believing fake officer
Gerald Missouri residents faced a scheme by Bill Jakob who posed as a federal anti drug agent with a badge and a Ford police car. The town fired officers after arrests without warrants, while 17 residents sue for civil rights violations and mistreatment. Jakob, 36, was arrested with federal indictment expected. his past includes bankruptcy and a deadly crash verdict overturned on appeal.
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Washington
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Mass High School pregnancy pact denial sparks debate
A Massachusetts high school student rejects claims of a deliberate pregnancy pact among peers. She says no pact existed and that teens aimed to support each other while finishing school and raising their children, with one pregnancy resulting from a accidental birth control use.
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Australian man charged after sleeping drunk in motorized wheelchair
In Cairns region, a 64 year old man was found asleep in a stationary motorized wheelchair on a highway exit lane. He tested 0.301 BAC and faces a July 7 court date for operating a vehicle while drunk.
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