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Seven Jackson doctors cleared Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:06PMSeven doctors involved in the healthcare of Michael Jackson will not be prosecuted over his death.
New deputy ‘brings a lot of tools to the table’ Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:06PMHuron County Sheriff Dane Howard is pleased with the work one of his newest deputies has been doing and the talents he has. Deputy Rick Sexton has been assigned to the sheriff’s office to work as a plain-clothes detective.
MURRIETA: Foundation plans fundraiser for Aug. 8 Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:05PMThe Brandon Keating Foundation's third annual Festival of Life will be held Aug. 8 at Monteleone Meadows in Murrieta.
Monroe may cut police, other city workers to make budget Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:02PMMONROE – The City Council was debating late Tuesday night about whether to layoff as many as 10 city employees including three police officers. Mayor Robert Zimmerman proposed the cuts, which could occur by October.
MURRIETA: Foundation plans fundraiser for Aug. 8 Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:00PMThe Brandon Keating Foundation's third annual Festival of Lifewill be held Aug. 8 at Monteleone Meadows in Murrieta.
$1.7B worth of marijuana destroyed in Fresno County Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 6:59PMNinety-seven people were in custody Thursday night and $1.7 billion of marijuana has been pulled from the ground and destroyed.
Narcotics Agents Raid Warehouse In Robstown Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:56PMROBSTOWN - Local Police, Border Patrol and Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents spent Monday afternoon searching a warehouse next to a medical supply business in Robstown. At least one suspect was arrested and an undisclosed amount of heroin and cocaine was taken from the warehouse. Officials say Jose Castillio Saenz was selling narcotics out of the warehouse next to Dor-An Home Health on ...
Alderman, cultural group clash over south side mural Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:53PMA graffiti-style mural created in Walker's Point over the weekend by a group that works with at-risk youth triggered harsh words Monday between Ald. Bob Donovan and members of the nonprofit organization.
San Francisco Gang Cases to Test DOJ's Death Penalty Policy Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:52PMAs defense lawyers for MS-13 gang members accused of capital crimes try to convince a California federal judge their clients don't deserve to die, the Justice Department is set to consider the relative culpability of the six defendants. Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. must ultimately decide whether to seek capital punishment -- and where he draws the line among the six MS-13 defendants will be ...
FBI Probing Mineral Wells Kidnapping Investigation Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:51PMFriends of Arturo Pacheco-Barrera, 23, said they never thought the churchgoer's name would be attached to the kidnapping and murder of a four-year-old boy over the weekend.
Contact 17 Investigation: Maricopa volunteer officers Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:48PMIn a contact 17 investigation, a Maricopa resident, Sandra Miller, called 17 News, wanting to know about law enforcement volunteers. Specifically, do volunteers have the authority to drive police cars,...
FG Orders Security Alert over Toxic Waste Shipment Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:47PMThe Federal Government, has asked the relevant security agencies in Nigerian ports to be on the look out as a Dutch vessel M.V Nashville with registration number UE/SU4635950 laden with toxic cargo has for the second time been intercepted and turned back while trying to berth at the Ivorian Port of Abidjan.
Racism and discrimination against immigrants and minorities in the United States . Paul Chehade:. Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:12PM(1888PressRelease) It is difficult to describe the sensation I felt when Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed SB1070. I felt an emotional maelstrom of disgust, despair and utter cynicism over Gov. Brewer's decision to implement the most draconian and most starkly racist immigration law in the last 50 years, and now in Florida we are in the same way.
Facebook agrees to 'panic button' Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:10PMFacebook is to launch a "panic button" application on its social networking site, following protracted negotiations with the government.
Wanted: Madison Heights band uniform Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:07PMAnderson High School band director Doug Fletcher is looking for a Madison Heights High School band uniform that can be worn by a drum major in competitions this season. “I guarantee there’s one sitting in someone’s closet,” Fletcher said.
Slight uptick in speed is no minor matter for pedestrians Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:06PMThink going 40 mph in a residential area is no big deal? Think again Have you ever driven 40 mph or more on a street posted at 25 mph?
FPPC still considering advice to Gallagher Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:58PMThe Fair Political Practices Commission is taking its time to review a matter brought to it by City Councilman Mick Gallagher.
2 Scuba Divers From Minn. Die In Western Wis. Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:56PMTwo scuba divers from Minnesota are dead and a third diver is in the hospital after an incident at a western Wisconsin lake.
DWI cases in Minnesota at risk due to lab mishap Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:56PMST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Hundreds of drunken driving cases in Anoka, Sherburne and Wright counties may be at risk because of a mistake at a testing lab.
Search for Missing Man Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:54PMCharles County Sheriff's Department looking for missing man Sunday afternoon. Sheriff - Law - Law Enforcement - Texas - Florida
Wash. state furloughs begin Monday Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:53PMThe first wide-spread shutdown of Washington state agencies, as a result of budget shortfalls, will take place Monday, July 12. Find out if your destination is on the list.
China’s Property-Price Gains Slow for Second Month (Update1) Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 4:53PMChina’s property prices rose at a slower pace for a second month after April’s record gain as the government cracked down on speculation, damping home sales in a bid to avert asset bubbles.
Changes come to Ohio criminal court rules Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:15AMZANESVILLE -- New criminal court procedures, which went into effect Tuesday, have the potential of leveling the playing field between prosecutors and defense lawyers, and saving the legal system time and money.
Russian pianist accused of child rape in Thailand Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:15AMInternationally acclaimed Russian pianist and conductor Mikhail Vasillievich Pletnev has been charged with raping a 14-year-old boy at a Thai beach resort, police said Wednesday. Pletnev said the charges were the result of a misunderstanding.
Pittsfield Fracas began as wartime sendoff n A neighborhood dispute sparked a violent incident prompting arrests and a ... Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:15AMPITTSFIELD -- When Jim Grant planned an Independence Day going-away party for his son, who soon will be heading to Afghanistan, he didn’t expect his West Pittsfield neighborhood to turn into a war zone.
Man accused of firing at York officer files speedy trial argument Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:15AMA York man who has been in county prison since June 2, 2009, on charges of shooting at a city police officer has petitioned the local court for his release on nominal bail because he has not been brought to trial.
Morning Minutes: July 7 Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:14AMIn 1981, Major Norman T. Belson was presented an award for outstanding assistance to law enforcement. The award was presented by former Sheriff Frank Howard and was an award for Belson's continuous aid in apprehending criminals. From The Lessville Daily Leader Jan.-Apr. 1981.
Feds vs. state again in suit against Arizona law Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:14AMThe federal lawsuit against Arizona's tough new immigration law focuses heavily on a question that has been in the spotlight repeatedly the past decade and dates back to the Founding Fathers: The right of the government to keep states from enacting laws that usurp federal authority.
Deadly highway statistics alarm OPP Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:14AMAn alarming trend has been highlighted by the carnage which saw seven people lose their lives in five separate collisions on Northeastern Ontario highways this past long weekend. Since Jan. 1, there have been 23 fatal motor vehicle collisions in Northeastern Ontario, resulting in 33 deaths.[...]
South side group making noise to combat crime Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:13AMYOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- About 200 residents of Youngstown's south side gathered at the intersection where a man was killed one year ago while riding his bicycle to call for safer streets.
Trust in authority was lost at the summit Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:13AMEditor: I can't help feeling that I, along with every Canadian, lost something irreplaceable at the G20. I'm not sure what, exactly -- trust, innocence, faith. It's hard to define. And I'm not sure who took it.[...]
8 a.m. update: Did we strike a nerve? Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:13AMNo. Local police require the trust of the people they protect, even those here illegally. No. The expense of enforcement shouldn't fall on local governments.
The Spillover Effect of Mexico Violence Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:34PMA massacre just 12 miles from the Arizona border is raising new fears that drug violence in Mexico will spill over to the U.S. But are those fears valid?
Highway Patrol; More Drivers Reporting Suspected Impaired Driving Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:34PMWith it being the Independence Day weekend, law enforcement agencies across central Ohio are stepping up efforts to keep the roads clear of drunk drivers.
Authorities bust 'major' local drug dealer Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:34PMA multi-agency investigation that began in November 2009 culminated in June with the arrest of what Terrell authorities are calling the “major head” of local drug-dealing organization.
Kemp police officer arrested Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:33PMKEMP - A member of Kaufman County’s law enforcement ranks has found himself on the other side of the bars.
Agencies collaborate to bust two Forney men on marijuana charges Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:33PMFORNEY - Local police teamed up with Immigration Customs Enforcement agents and U.S. Postal inspectors earlier this month to put a pair of drug dealers behind bars.
Driving Drunk Not Only Dangerous on Roadways Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:32PMATV's, dirtbikes, and boating all illegal while intoxicated
Stuffed Animals Used In Money Laundering Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:32PMThree executives at a stuffed toy manufacturer were arrested Friday on suspicion of laundering millions of dollars for Mexican and Colombian drug traffickers, authorities said.
Hitting corporate crooks where it hurts Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:31PMThis year has been a rough, tough one for corporate governance. Issues have arisen which raise questions anew as to the role of management, directors and shareholders in the running of companies, particularly listed companies, and the role of auditors and regulators.
DUI checkpoints tonight in Salinas, Greenfield Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:29PMMonterey County law enforcement is conducting DUI checkpoints in Salinas and Greenfield tonight.
Toy Company Accused of Laundering Drug Money Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 5:28PM3 arrested as Los Angeles toy company accused of laundering drug money Los Angeles - United States - Money laundering - California - Counties
City votes to form PCH safety committee Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:53PMThe council also votes to hire a motorcycle patrol unit. In addition, the council voices displeasure over the tight deadline for public comment on the septic ban.
Santa Monica College boycotts Arizona Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:53PMMalibu Mayor disagrees with the vote. By Jonathan Friedman / Special to The Malibu Times
Coastal rules on lot next to Duke's Malibu Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:52PMThe California Coastal Commission last week granted a new zoning designation for a Malibu property that likely will never see any development at all because it is so constrained. The commission's decision at its meeting in Marina Del Rey to change the zoning of a 12,750-square foot lot next to Duke's Malibu from commercial visitor-serving to single-family residential overturned the Malibu City ...
Lending limits to be cut in banking reforms Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:52PMNEW limits on how much customers can borrow are to be introduced as part of a radical reform of how banks are policed.
Red Bluff Police Department Get Shorted Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:50PM" Being short a police officer position is obviously creating a work load issue for us" stated Chief Paul Nanfito for the Red Bluff Police Department. Unfortunately, it's a workload that could have been avoided.
PCSSD called on legislative carpet for spending habits Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:49PMLast week was a defining period for the Pulaski County Special School District as the board held two conflicting board meetings and found itself on the carpet at the state Capitol during the Arkansas General Assembly’s Legislative Joint Audit meeting.
Law Enforcement May Benefit From Iowa City’s 21-only Ordinance Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:48PMIOWA CITY – Fewer underage drinkers at bars could mean more cops on the streets. That’s what law enforcement officials in Johnson County are saying about the potential impact of Iowa City’s new minimum bar entry age rule.
Clinton Township police, community brainstorm Annandale safety Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:47PMCLINTON TOWNSHIP — Local police and state transportation officials have met with community volunteers for ideas on traffic and safety enhancements.