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Colombian president: Medellin drug cartel totally dismantled

December 6, 1993

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP)—The death of drug lord Pablo Escobar left the Medellin cocaine cartel ‘‘totally dismantled,'‘ Colombian President Cesar Gaviria said Sunday. ‘‘We Colombians have proved that there was no criminal organization capable of...

NFL highlights

December 6, 1993

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS On a Sunday dominated by defense, the Pittsburgh Steelers made the play of the day. Levon Kirkland made a leaping tackle to stop Drew Bledsoe's quarterback sneak on fourth-and-goal from the 1 on the final play, allowing the Steelers...

New committees to address concerns

By Lesley Rogers | December 3, 1993

Three new committees were created by the Board of Regents on Thursday to look at minority concerns, affordability and the Regent's self-study report. A task force will be re-established by the Regents to look at Minority Concerns at the Regent universities,...

Greek community fails to recycle effectively

By Grant Miller | December 3, 1993

While most private apartment complexes have contracted for recycling services, almost the entire greek community has failed to cultivate similar relationships according to members of a DeKalb recycling organization. According to members of DeKalb's Waste...

Annual toy drive to benefit children

By Debbie Kosinski | December 3, 1993

The 24th annual Benefit Show Toy Drive will be held in the hope that Santa will forget no child this year. The benefit will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 5 at the G.E. Union Hall, located on 14th and State streets. For 23 years Gary Mullis, a lifelong...

NASA employees implicated in fraud investigation

December 3, 1993

ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER MIKE DRAGO SPACE CENTER, Houston (AP)—About a half-dozen NASA employees and up to 24 workers from outside the agency were implicated in a federal fraud investigation, a government official said Thursday. The investigation, an...

Maker of flawed AIDS test should have warned public

December 3, 1993

ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER JEFFREY GOLD NEWARK, N.J. (AP)—The maker of a flawed blood test once used by most hospitals and blood banks had an obligation to warn the public it might not always detect the AIDS virus, a state judge has found. The ruling allows...

Fraternity brings Santa, holiday spirit to children

By Grant Miller | December 3, 1993

HO! HO! HO! Santa Claus and some of his elves made a special appearance at the Phi Sigma Kappa house Thursday night as some area children received early Christmas gifts from the jolly old man. The event was organized by the fraternity and the DeKalb Salvation...

Horoscopes

By Linda C. Black | December 3, 1993

Aries (March 21-April 19). You may notice that time is running out on a job you promised. If you really scramble, you may be able to get a whole day's work done in four hours. Avoid a secret affair. It'll end up costing you more than it's worth. Tell the truth to your partner instead.

Taurus (April 20-May 20). Don't even discuss anything serious until afternoon. Other people might be willing to gamble in the morning. Only bet on a sure thing. If work's required, it's probably safe. Tonight, an old romantic partnership will feel new. Plan something special.

Gemini (May 21-June 21). Watch where you put your purse or wallet, and don't go over the line with your credit cards, either. A penny saved is a penny earned! If you get to talking with a friend on the job, trouble may follow. A coworker might tattle to the boss.

Cancer (June 22-July 22). A disagreement will be more annoying this morning than tonight. That's because tonight, you'll be winning. Shopping could be complicated during the day, and traffic is probably going to be horrible. Avoid both of the above, if at all possible.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). You could learn something interesting today, from a beautiful person. If you see one, follow it around and ask questions. This could develop into a nice friendship, at least. If social plans fall through tonight, a good book could equal a very satisfactory evening.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Business and romance should both go well today, especially if you're working with the one you love. Be careful about spending money, though. don't go for fluff, get something that will last. You'll learn best by watching and listening, so be alert.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Watch out this morning, there could be a quiz. You'll do fine, if you use experience you should have learned by now. If you're tired tonight, you'll relax best in the security of an old-fashioned ritual. Old faces would be fun to have around, too.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Pay back a debt you owe a romantic partner this morning, if you ever want to get another favor from that source. You may also be able to help solve a problem for a friend. Something you've learned the hard way could provide the answer.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You'll probably want to spend more than you can afford this morning. Resist the temptation; you may need the money for something more important soon. If you're competing for a prize, make sure you finish each part of the task completely.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If you're planning ahead, as you generally do, schedule your major tasks for this afternoon. You'll probably work merrily far into the night. Don't take a friendly flirt too seriously, though, especially if he or she is in a position of authority.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Make your phone calls early; people will be too busy to talk later. If you need to look up any information, do that early too. Check each bit of data very carefully before you pass it along. In romance, it's time to make up your mind.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20). A group discount may not be as good as it seems. Hold onto your money for a better deal. Contact a distant relative or in-law for a good lead regarding selling or trading something you don't need anymore. A visit might be fun, too.

Columbian drug lord killed

December 3, 1993

ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER STEVEN GUTKIN MEDELLIN, Colombia (AP)—Pablo Escobar, one of the world's most wanted men, died in a rooftop shootout with police and soldiers Thursday after reigning for a decade over a ruthless global cocaine empire. His hideout...

NIU students, faculty have best of state school parking

By Jean Volz | December 3, 1993

Although the parking situation at NIU seems to be giving parking services a bad name, students and faculty need to realize they have it better than other Illinois universities. Helen Nodurft, director of NIU's Parking Services, said NIU's parking rates...

Fraternity awaits board’s decision

By Grant Miller | December 3, 1993

The Delta Upsilon fraternity was back under the Interfraternity Council (IFC) Judicial Board's magnifying glass as the fraternity was on trial for an incident two weeks ago that resulted in a pledge being taken to Kishwaukee Hospital. The hearing was...