Tough times prompt the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to free inmates who’ve served only a fraction of their sentences.
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6
Mar 10
One sector that benefits from a bad economy: jail inmates
Tough times prompt the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to free inmates who’ve served only a fraction of their sentences.
6
Mar 10
After NATO offensive in Marja comes a new leader, and his violent past
The Taliban were swept away and in their place a new civilian leader was installed, who vowed to ‘bring back dignity.’ Turns out he served prison time in Germany for stabbing his son, officials say.
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Mar 10
After NATO offensive in Marja comes a new leader, and his violent past
The Taliban were swept away and in their place a new civilian leader was installed, who vowed to ‘bring back dignity.’ Turns out he served prison time in Germany for stabbing his son, officials say.
6
Mar 10
Three Republicans fight for the GOP nomination to challenge Boxer
In their first debate, Fiorina and Campbell lash out as DeVore largely avoids the fray.
6
Mar 10
Three Republicans fight for the GOP nomination to challenge Boxer
In their first debate, Fiorina and Campbell lash out as DeVore largely avoids the fray.
6
Mar 10
Three Republicans fight for the GOP nomination to challenge Boxer
In their first debate, Fiorina and Campbell lash out as DeVore largely avoids the fray.
28
Feb 10
Rescuers search for Chile quake survivors; at least 392 people killed
Scattered looting breaks out, and some residents are without water or electricity. Tsunami warnings are lifted after smaller-than-feared waves hit shores across the Pacific on Saturday.
28
Feb 10
Chile reels from 8.8 earthquake
The massive quake tears down buildings and bridges and rips open highways in Santiago and Concepcion. The death toll of 300 is expected to rise.
28
Feb 10
Hawaii reports no apparent tsunami damage
A tsunami alert is canceled after the evacuation of nearly 100,000 people in the wake of Chile’s devastating earthquake. ‘I think we’ve dodged a bullet,’ one official says.
27
Feb 10
Tsunami triggered by Chile quake begins affecting Hawaii
Scientists have confirmed that the tsunami triggered by the earthquake in Chile has reached Hawaii. The extent of the damage was not immediately clear, but the effects of the tsunami were obvious.
27
Feb 10
8.8 earthquake hits Chile; tsunami feared throughout eastern Pacific
The quake, centered offshore, knocks down highway overpasses and buildings, and at least 147 people are killed. In Hawaii, sirens warn residents of giant waves.
27
Feb 10
Hawaii issues tsunami alert, evacuating up to 100,000 residents and tourists
A seismic sea wave estimated at 3 to 8 feet is heading toward the islands. President Obama urges people on the U.S. West Coast to be watchful.
27
Feb 10
Asia braces for tsunami after Chile quake
Officials say waves are likely to hit Asian, Australian and New Zealand shores within 24 hours.
27
Feb 10
8.8-magnitude quake rocks Chile, sets off tsunami
The government reports at least 82 dead and warns that the toll will rise. The jolt flattens buildings, downs phone lines and creates a “state of catastrophe” in central Chile.
