Supreme Court bans race based jury exclusion in trials
The Supreme Court, 7-2, barred criminal defendants from using race to exclude prospective jurors. The ruling, in a Georgia case, says peremptory challenges cannot be based on race, protecting jurors from biased exclusion and upholding public confidence. Justice Blackmun delivered the opinion. Justice Thomas filed a partial concurrence noting concerns.
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County Budget Dilemma on Social Services and School Funding
County commissioners debate funding options amid a proposed 1.8 million increase for the Department of Social Services. Some want fewer taxes and to divert funds to schools, risking state sales tax withholdings and surplus use. A 14 million expected surplus and 6 percent cuts are discussed, with strings attached on school funds and strict budget controls. The next session is 3:30 p.m. Monday, aiming to adopt a June 29 budget.
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Dispute Over Greene Budget Talks With County Officials
Greene and county commissioners clash over the Greene County school budget as schools seek a 3.5 million increase, 59.5 million in bonds, and raises for 1716 teachers while commissioners push for tighter controls and question past spending. Superintendent West cites local funding as key to gains in test scores and program improvements.
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North Carolina House OKs fifth workplace safety bill
The House on Thursday passed a workplace safety bill requiring high risk firms to establish safety programs and committees. Lawmakers rejected claims the measure harms small businesses. Rep Johnathan Rhyne said government should set goals and let others decide how to achieve them.
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1986 Iran Contra meeting notes cited by Caspar Weinberger
Notes reveal the attorney general said the president knew nothing about a 1985 Iran Contra missile shipment while earlier evidence suggested President Reagan told top aides he did know. Boris Yeltsin toured the American heartland for discussions about ham bacon and the wheat harvest. An experimental vaccine showed lab success in immunizing chimp blood cells from AIDS infection, a key transmission path for IV drug users.
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Paul McCartney at 64 nostalgic milestone or faded force
A column notes Paul McCartney turns 64 and asks if the musical icon will remain relevant as a creative force. In a separate item, a 47 year old former Lincolnton textile executive is convicted on federal fraud and money laundering charges.
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State OSHA takeover suspended after deadly plant fire
The U S Department of Labor halted plans to seize control of the state Occupational Safety and Health Program, a move endangered since a September plant fire killed 25 people. The governor urged swift prison bonds amid a push to finish new facilities.
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Attackers massacre 39 in black township. ANC blames government
In a brutal assault, gunmen killed 39 people in a black township as the African National Congress blamed the government. Robert Maxwell's two sons were arrested in the pension money disappearance, freed on bailed set at 1.38 million dollars.
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Weather forecast for Greater Gaston region and Raleigh area
The summary lists temperatures for cities including Asheville Charlotte Gastonia Greensboro Hickory Raleigh Durham and Wilmington with highs in the mid to upper 80s and lows in the mid to upper 60s. Saturday brings partly cloudy conditions with beach forecast largely partly sunny and highs expected in the upper 80s.
ADA phase two kicks in as of July 26 for large employers
Businesses with 25 or more employees face potential federal law violations when the second phase of the Americans with Disabilities Act takes effect on July 26. The Federal Communications Commission also ruled that television networks may own cable systems and vice versa. The Iran-Contra scandal gains new intensity with the indictment of Caspar Weinberger.
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Holmes Aims For Undisputed Title In Caesars Showdown
Friday night outdoor bout at Caesars Parc pits Larry Holmes against Evander Holyfield for the undisputed heavyweight crown at 9 p.m. in a high stakes clash. Holmes seeks victory after historical win over Ken Norton while Dana Earnhardt trails in Winston Cup standings behind Allison, Elliott, Kulwicki and Gant. Steve Burton, former Gastonia Rangers first baseman, now waits in the dugout.
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