Bail fight over Michael Jackson man's life term risk
Prosecutor argues bail should stay at 3 million and warns Jackson could flee as a wealthy absconder rather than face a potential life sentence. Meanwhile flood reports describe missing residents after a river surge leaving mud and debris in a town neighborhood. The chaotic scene contrasts with cultural news on Michelangelo's David and art restoration sparks in Florence.
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Violent crime declines again in 2003 despite murders up slightly
FBI statistics show violent crimes fell 3.2 percent from 2002 to 2003 with murders up 1.1 percent. Across cities over 1 million, violent crime dropped 6.5 percent, while arson fell 6.9 percent. Attorney General Ashcroft credits tougher enforcement and harsher penalties for habitual criminals.
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Midwest and Illinois flood and tornado tolls rise
Storms spawned deadly tornadoes in Nebraska and nearby states while floods surged in northern Illinois. Hallam and surrounding areas faced destruction with homes lost and facilities damaged as residents, relief agencies, and officials assess damage and seek aid.
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Sisters swept away in Milwaukee River rescue efforts
Milwaukee police search resumed for six year old Tia Woodley and 12 year old Temisha Warren who fell into the swollen Milwaukee River after a sixth birthday celebration near their home. Temisha sacrificed herself attempting a rescue as River currents loom heavy with May rainfall.
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Cracking Sounds At Paris Airport Prompt Evacuations
Dozens of workers were evacuated Monday at Charles de Gaulle after new cracking sounds emerged inside Terminal 2E, a day after a 98 foot roof section collapsed killing four. Authorities consider scrapping the terminal as the building remains closed.
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Bangladesh ferry disaster raises toll to sixty
The Meghna River capsizing near Chandpur leaves 60 dead and about 104 still missing after a weekend ferry sank in a tropical storm. Rescue teams recovered 29 bodies earlier Monday and 16 more in mud. 80 swam to shore, seven injured rescued, and goats were found among the victims.
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