Cracking Down on Lead Foot Traffic Patrols Boosted
Police and troopers step up enforcement on speeding as patrols report increased traffic stops, citing safety concerns and stepped up audits on highways and city streets. Authorities pledge ongoing vigilance and public awareness campaigns to deter reckless driving.
X-treme for X-mas: new Sesame Street toys roll out
The Chronicle-Telegram reports on Fisher-Price releasing T.M.X. Cookie Monster and T.M.X. Ernie as follow ups to the Tickled Me Elmo line. Industry analyst Chris Byrne notes the strategy leverages brand novelty and age readiness, building on last year’s Elmo success. The Elmo model, introduced on its 10th anniversary, featured advanced motion as kids enjoyed interactive playback and a standout price around $40.
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Military reports 60 insurgents dead in Iraq
U S and Iraqi forces killed more than 60 insurgent and militia fighters in intense weekend battles, many believed to be al Qaida. U S aircraft killed over 20 al Qaida in Iraq fighters who fired on an air patrol northwest of Baghdad. Iraqi civilians and U S soldiers were unharmed.
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Indians Beat Royals 4-2 to Close Regular Season
The Cleveland Indians defeated Kansas City 4-2 in their regular season finale. The ALDS against the New York Yankees starts Thursday. A time travel book talk by a Penn State PhD physicist will be held at two local libraries this week to discuss experiments and his new book.
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Out of school in very deep debt weighs on families
The cost of a college degree has nearly doubled over a decade, driving a surge in high priced student loans. While scholarships and government loans help, many families turn to private loans with variable rates and fees that can reach 20 percent, potentially impacting the U.S. economy for years.
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Wellington teachers vote no confidence in district leader
More than 100 Wellington Schools staff including 68 of 89 teachers and 40 of 59 support staff issued a unanimous no-confidence vote against Superintendent Victor Cardenzana. The 12-point resolution accuses him of retaliation threats, misusing funds, intimidation, micromanagement, and spreading false information. Cardenzana did not comment.
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