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BREAKING NEWS - Michael Tucker found guilty of murdering girlfriend Rebecca Thorpe
There were cries of 'yes' from the public gallery as the verdict was delivered. A week-long trial had heard how Tucker shot Miss Thorpe in the back of the head with a shotgun while she was having a bath at the Compasses pub in Snettisham,
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
5-4 Supreme Court Affirms California Prisoner-Release Order
Plata, a five-justice majority of the Supreme Court has affirmed a district-court order that may require the release of as many as 37000 California prisoners. Justice Kennedy's majority opinion (joined by Ginsburg, Breyer, Sotomayor and Kagan)
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Rep. Tom Cole: House Medicare Reforms “Sensible”
The latest annual report from the trustees of Medicare and Social Security states bluntly that Medicare, along with Social Security, is headed for bankruptcy unless Congress acts soon. This news should be a wake-up call for those who resist Medicare
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Clarkston, Wash., man dies in motorcycle crash
Asotin County officials say a 49-year-old Clarkston, Wash., man suffered fatal injuries in a motorcycle crash in Lewiston over the weekend. Capt. Dan Hally says witnesses told investigators that Danny G. Wallace hit some gravel on the shoulder of the
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Ohio killer's son, wife continue innocence crusade
Her husband, Dr. Mark Wangler, a top anesthesiologist, said it was an accident caused by a faulty water heater. The story was featured this past Friday night on "48 Hours Mystery." The 911 call made by Mark Wangler was played on the broadcast.
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Bankruptcy: If I go bankrupt can I keep my property
If you are a homeowner and thinking about bankruptcy you need to understand whether or not your house is at risk. We investigate how you can keep you house if you declare bankruptcy. As a home owner, declaring yourself bankrupt does not necessarily
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Judge to rule this week in Nikki Araguz case
State District Judge Randy Clapp made the announcement after hearing arguments in a lawsuit filed by the family of firefighter Thomas Araguz III, who was killed while battling a blaze last year. The suit argues that his widow shouldn't get any benefits
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:45A
Mumbai Terror Plot Suspect's U.S. Trial Opens in Chicago Court
Rana's lawyer, Charlie Swift, is scheduled to deliver his opening statement later today. The trial may last into mid-June, the judge has said. The case is US v. Kashmiri, 09-cr-00830, US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Chicago).
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:44A
Click It or Ticket traffic enforcement effort begins today
WICHITA — Local law enforcement officials are launching enhanced traffic enforcement during the next two weeks. The 2011 Kansas Click It or Ticket campaign lasts until June 5, wrapping around Memorial Day weekend, which is typically a
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:44A
Lawmaker: Reinstate Mandatory Helmet Law For Motorcyclists.
More people cause accidents due to DWI/DUI and those people are left to drive/ride again.. how about stiffer penalties for them? 5. I ride. I vote. I wear a helmet. I don't buy the increased cost of not wearing them. By not wearing them,
Updated: 05/23/2011 11:44A
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