Toll climbs as MGM Grand fire kills many and blinds with smoke
In Las Vegas the MGM Grand blaze started by an electrical fault in a gambling machine trapped guests on upper floors. Fire officials report 81 bodies recovered with more expected, while over 500 injured and 1,000 evacuated by helicopter to safety. Coroner Ravenholt notes most deaths from smoke inhalation or falls, and inspectors probe building code violations.
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Marsico drug arrest reopens 1974 license plate theft probe
The Ohio Highway Patrol resumes its $361000 license plate theft investigation sparked by Richard Marsico’s federal drug indictment. Marsico and deputy registrars are linked to money diverted in 1973 74 with no recoveries. Anthony Marsico and Eddie Goodwin face prior involvement and denials in a sprawling case touching Ohio Columbus Elyria and Sandusky.
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Weather outlook and timings for the weekend
Partly cloudy tonight with a low around 32. Sunday remains cloudy with a chance of rain and highs near 50. The precipitation probability is near zero tonight and about 50 percent Sunday. Sunrise today is 7:24 am and sunset is 5:03 pm. Details on Page A-3.
MEG agent shoots Lorain man in Vermilion parking lot
Tyrone Kocak, 27, of 311 Hamilton Ave, Lorain, was shot and killed by a Metropolitan Enforcement Group agent during an apparent drug investigation altercation Friday night outside Our Place Tavern at 1875 Liberty Ave Vermilion. The agent’s name was not released. The shooting occurred about 10 15 p m and the victim died at Lorain Community Hospital. The coroner will determine the cause of death. Police say it is unclear if Kocak had a weapon. Information is being turned over to the Lorain County Prosecutor. Vermilion police provided limited details.
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Readers crown winners in I Beat Don Miller football contest
Winners will collect their T shirts next week from the Chronicle Telegram switchboard 8 am to 5 pm daily. Adults must show ID and minors require an adult with ID. Nineteen receive shirts. unclaimed shirts will be mailed starting Monday. The contest recorded 319 correct picks, the best showing in three years, with white shirts navy trim and a cartoon front design.
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