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U.S.
Many Fertilizer Plants Are Poorly Located and Regulated, Says Report on 2013 Blast
Nearly 20 fertilizer plants in Texas and others nationwide have the same dangerous proximity to schools, parks and housing as the one that exploded in a Central Texas town, the federal report says.Zoning is a local and state problem for the most part.
The E.P.A. has some power in land use.
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N.Y. / Region
Ex-Police Officer Pleads Not Guilty in Fatal Stabbing
Arthur Lomando, a former New York City police officer who threw himself in front of a train after the killing, insisted on his innocence in court.All the accused have the right to plead "not guilty".
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Travel
From Paris With Love: Valentine’s Day Packages Aim to Boost Tourism
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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World
German Cabinet Backs Measures to Ease Deportation of Criminals
The legislation would allow the authorities to send back anyone convicted of homicide, bodily harm, sexual assault, violent theft or serial shoplifting."Send them to Poland"
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U.S.
Washington Gives $1.3 Million in Parking Fines During Snowstorm
People who did not move their cars from snow emergency routes during the storm received $250 fines, and even more if their cars were towed.Another small assault on presumption of privilege.
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U.S.
Department of Justice Reaches Agreement With Ferguson
The pact, which requires City Council approval, seeks to end unlawful arrests and ensure that the courts are independent of prosecutors.Ferguson would be foolish to reject this "deal".
It is a kludge but a real fix will require a change of faith.
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Sports
Florida State to Pay Jameis Winston’s Accuser $950,000 in Settlement
The settlement, reached on Monday, also commits Florida State to five years of sexual assault awareness programs, said the lawyer of the woman who accused Winston of rape in 2012.This is another kludge.
Football is a religion.
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Sports
Norwegian Matches Feat With His Sixth Slalom Win
Henrik Kristoffersen finished 0.61 of a second ahead of Marcel Hirscher of Austria, becoming only the fourth man to have won six slaloms in a World Cup season.http://www.wunderground.com/severe/europe.asp
There is a search box at the top right for cities of interest.
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World
Illness That Diverted American Airlines Flight Remains a Mystery
Although it was still unclear what caused people on board to become sick, their symptoms resembled those associated with engine fumes leaking into the cabin.A maintenance failure.
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N.Y. / Region
Judge Upholds Gun Arrest Made by New York Officer Who Was Later Killed
Randolph Holder, who was fatally shot in October, was the only officer who could testify that he had seen a weapon in the defendant’s hands.It may be grounds for an appeal.
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Health
Scientists Move Closer to Understanding Schizophrenia’s Cause
A new study provides researchers with their first biological handle on the disorder, and helps explain why it often begins at a relatively young age.Real progress on biological psycology.
We can begin to think about effective treatments.
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N.Y. / Region
A Move to End Transparency for New York’s Jails
The president of the union representing the city’s correction officers says hearings about guards’ disciplinary cases should be closed to the public.The court records must remain public.
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World
Canada: Discrimination in Funding Plan for Aboriginal Children
Canada discriminated against aboriginal children by underfunding welfare services on reserves, a human rights tribunal ruled.Canada is not immune to prejudice.
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Sports
Calgary Flames’ Dennis Wideman Checks Linesman to the Ice
After the game, Wideman said that his hit to Henderson was unintentional.http://www.boston.com/sports/hockey/bruins?p1=menu_sports_more_bruins
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World
China Is Said to Force Closing of Women’s Legal Aid Center
The center opened after Beijing hosted a landmark women’s conference in 1995, and its loss represents another blow to civil society groups in China.yes.
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Opinion
Regulatory Legislation
The Business Roundtable takes issue with an editorial criticizing regulatory improvement legislation.If it will work as presented here it should pass into law.
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N.Y. / Region
U.S. Appeals Court Allows Killing of Snowy Owls Near Kennedy Airport
The court is following the law.
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U.S.
Colleges That Ask Applicants About Brushes With the Law Draw Scrutiny
Auburn is one of 17 universities in the South that a civil rights group says include broad questions about contact with the legal system on admissions forms.The admissions people can ask.
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N.Y. / Region
Trial Begins for New York Officer Charged in Fatal Shooting of Akai Gurley
The prosecutor must get the charges right.
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Sports
Sidney Crosby Scores in Penguins’ Shutout of the Devils; the Ducks Roll in Boston
Crosby has scored a goal in each of Pittsburgh’s past seven home games, the longest home streak of his illustrious career.
"DUCKS 6, BRUINS 2 Corey Perry scored his 20th goal and added an assist as Anaheim won in Boston.
David Perron, Ryan Kesler and Jakob Silfverberg also had a goal and an assist for the Ducks." http://www.boston.com/sports/hockey/bruins?p1=menu_sports_more_bruins
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Opinion
Advice on Rikers Island
A reader asks why New York City couldn’t turn to its own work force to find the necessary expertise.Real Estate
The Brooklyn Apartment That Almost Got Away
Julia Rogawski and Nate Katz went looking for a rental in Brooklyn.Food
Africa Kine in Harlem Returns to Its Humble Roots
The Senegalese restaurant has had three homes in 20 years. It reopened last September in a small space, offering stews by day and meats by night.U.S.
Black Drivers in Florida Face Far Stricter Seatbelt Enforcement, Report Says
Black motorists were given tickets for not wearing seatbelts nearly twice as often as white motorists in 2014, an American Civil Liberties Union report said.Opinion
New York City’s Promising Step on Criminal Justice
A new bill could make many “quality of life” violations civil, not criminal, offenses, helping to ease the overpolicing in communities of color.U.S.
Few Answers on When Flint Will Have Clean Water Again
Gov. Rick Snyder would not say at a news conference when residents could begin to drink tap water, or when lead service lines would be replaced.Health
Zika Virus ‘Spreading Explosively’ in Americas, W.H.O. Says
Officials from the group announced that they would convene a meeting on Monday to decide whether to declare a public health emergency.World
Danish Law Requires Asylum Seekers to Hand Over Valuables
Migrants with assets above about $1,450 must now help pay for their stay. Goods with sentimental value like wedding rings are exempt from seizure.N.Y. / Region
Suburban Dreaming in Woodstock
In her winter rental, a Brooklynite fantasizes about effortless parking, tire swings and home canning in a country house.N.Y. / Region
Manhattan Construction Worker Injured in Fall Down Elevator Shaft
The man was not wearing safety equipment when he lost his balance at the site on West 17th Street, the New York City Buildings Department said. He was listed in critical condition.World
Researchers Weigh Risks of Zika Spreading at Rio Olympics
Of the visitors expected to pour into Brazil in August, some may get infected by the mosquito-borne virus and then return home at a time of peak mosquito activity.World
German Cabinet Backs Measures to Ease Deportation of Criminals
The legislation would allow the authorities to send back anyone convicted of homicide, bodily harm, sexual assault, violent theft or serial shoplifting.Sports
Brook Lopez’s 31 Points Help Nets End Thunder’s Winning Streak
The Nets ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s seven-game winning streak with a 116-106 home win.Health
A Single Cell Shines New Light on How Cancers Develop
Researchers set out to solve a puzzle that has baffled cancer investigators: Why do many cells that have cancer genes never turn cancerous?Your Money
For Blizzard Damage, Turn to Your Homeowner’s Policy
People digging out from last weekend’s storm may be relieved to know that standard homeowner’s insurance covers most damage caused by winter storms.World
24 Die After Iraqi Kurdish Refugees’ Boat Sinks Off Greek Island
More than 3,700 migrants died while trying to enter Europe via the Mediterranean last year, and the latest accident was a reminder that the flow has not stopped.Sports
Iowa State Topples No. 4 Kansas
Monte Morris scored 21 points, and Georges Niang had 19 for No. 14 Iowa State, which earned its fourth straight victory.Sports
Team of Refugees to Participate in Rio Olympics
In an attempt to draw attention to refugees, a small team of them will compete under the Olympic flag at the Summer Games, the president of the I.O.C. said.U.S.
4 Protesters Remain at Oregon Wildlife Refuge
One holdout said his group of armed occupiers would end its standoff if the government agreed not to prosecute a member who is wanted on a felony warrant.N.Y. / Region
New York Testing Water in Hoosick Falls for Toxic Chemical
The announcement came more than a month after federal officials warned residents of Hoosick Falls not to drink or cook with public water because of the presence of an industrial chemical.|
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