Page One

’Jackets lose, fall into second place

Staff
Thursday May 10, 2001

Alameda gets 16 hits, rolls over Berkeley -more-



Thursday May 10, 2001


It is time to get tough against the Energy Cartel

Thursday May 10, 2001

By Lt. Governor Cruz M. Bustamante -more-



Calendar of Events & Activities

Thursday May 10, 2001


Thursday, May 10

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Pot clubs create zoning problems

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Thursday May 10, 2001

The City Council approved a recommendation Tuesday asking the city manager to develop procedures for issuing permits and licenses to Medical Marijuana cooperatives. -more-



St. Mary’s falters in seventh

By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent
Thursday May 10, 2001

After nearly firing a pick-off attempt into left field and sustaining some heckling from the St. Mary’s bench, Piedmont catcher Drew Olson assured the Panthers that he wouldn’t throw the ball away. -more-



Thursday May 10, 2001

A loss all of us can feel -more-



Panel looks at impact of Proposition 21

By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff
Thursday May 10, 2001

About 100 Berkeley High School students turned out over the course of Wednesday morning to hear a panel of prosecutors and student representatives discuss the impact of Proposition 21. -more-



Questions arise in interfaith marriage

By Diwata Fonte Special to the Daily Planet
Thursday May 10, 2001

Eric and Erica Bachman’s three children seem to represent the indecision of their interfaith marriage. One child had a baptism. One had a bris. And for one child they held no ceremony at all. -more-



Janet Reno speaks of public service at UC graduation

By Jonathan Kiefer Special to the Daily Planet
Thursday May 10, 2001

Answering an invitation from students, former U.S. Attorney General Janet Reno delivered the keynote address at UC Berkeley’s 2001 Commencement Convocation Wednesday. -more-



UC Regents appear ready to purge anti-affirmative action vote

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

BERKELEY — University of California regents appear ready to withdraw their much-protested, and moot, 1995 vote banning affirmative action. -more-



Features

Another dead as Caltrain installs signs to deter suicides

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

SAN JOSE — At least 53 people intentionally have killed themselves on Caltrain tracks since 1992, and another man died Tuesday night. Now, the commuter train system hopes to make life along the rails safer by installing more than 400 signs seeking to deter potential suicides. -more-


Space tourist welcomed home

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

LOS ANGELES — Flush with a new appreciation for the beauty of Earth and weightless sleep, space tourist Dennis Tito arrived home Wednesday on a flight from Moscow, completing the last leg of his round trip to the international space station. -more-


Hospital closures due to finances

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

SACRAMENTO — In the past five years, 28 California hospitals have closed and mounting financial pressure could cause many more to follow suit, according to a study released Wednesday. -more-


Suit alleges misuse of federal immigrant education funds

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

LOS ANGELES — The state Department of Education has filed a civil suit against a Hispanic immigrants rights group alleging that it failed to account for $7 million in federal funds intended for citizenship and English classes for immigrants. -more-


Court doesn’t tip hand on gun maker’s liability

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — California Supreme Court justices peppered the makers of an assault pistol Wednesday, calling the weapon “socially useless” and demanding to know why the gun was fingerprint resistant. -more-


PUC plan would make some consumers pay big

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

Prosecutors will challenge delay in SLA trial

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

LOS ANGELES — Prosecutors said Wednesday they will challenge an appeals court order delaying the trial of former Symbionese Liberation Army fugitive Sara Jane Olson until Sept. 4, but her attorneys argued they can’t proceed because they now face charges. -more-


Feds probe suspected Jewish hate crime near university

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

DAVIS — Federal investigators have been called in to investigate a suspected hate crime directed at a Jewish organization near the University of California, Davis campus. -more-


Education plan recieves bipartisian support

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

WASHINGTON — President Bush’s high-priority legislation to improve public schools sailed through a House committee Wednesday as Republicans and Democrats alike backed a plan that includes annual testing for millions of elementary and junior high school students. -more-


Drug could help millions with osteoporosis

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

BOSTON — A natural bone-building hormone appears to be the most effective treatment ever for osteoporosis, the brittle bone disease that afflicts millions of older Americans. -more-


Bus trip to mark anniversary of Freedom Rides

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

NAACP chief lends support to anti-discrimination bill

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

WASHINGTON — Federal employees who complain about discrimination or report fraud at their agencies routinely suffer reprisals and continued abuse from their supervisors, the NAACP’s president told lawmakers Wednesday. -more-


Whitman to launch EPA civil rights initiatives

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

WASHINGTON — Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Christie Whitman is preparing a series of civil rights initiatives for her agency, including mandatory two-day training for 1,600 supervisors and managers nationwide. -more-


Election Section

Congress hears continued debate over using phones while driving

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

WASHINGTON — The cellular phone: The newest terror on the highways, or a minor distraction that has saved lives? -more-


Bush nominates 11 for Supreme Court

The Associated Press
Thursday May 10, 2001

WASHINGTON — President Bush nominated 11 lawyers to federal appeals courts Wednesday, urging the Senate to “rise above the bitterness of the past” and rapidly confirm his diverse, mostly conservative first slate of judicial candidates. -more-


Editorial

Funeral arrangements scheduled for Oxford girl

Daily Planet services
Thursday May 10, 2001

Funeral services will be held Friday for Nandi Phelps, the 9 year old Oxford School student who was stricken by bacterial meningitis and died last week. -more-


Back Stories

Opinion

Editorials

Funeral arrangements scheduled for Oxford girl 05-10-2001

Missing millions lead to FBI probe of S.F. schools 05-09-2001

NAACP presses San Jose police for changes 05-08-2001

Efforts to avoid blackouts could lead to more pollution 05-07-2001

UC Regents set to revisit affirmative action vote 05-05-2001

State Supreme Court gives boost to seniors’ patient rights 05-04-2001

News

’Jackets lose, fall into second place Staff 05-10-2001

05-10-2001

It is time to get tough against the Energy Cartel 05-10-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-10-2001

Pot clubs create zoning problems By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-10-2001

St. Mary’s falters in seventh By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent 05-10-2001

05-10-2001

Panel looks at impact of Proposition 21 By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-10-2001

Questions arise in interfaith marriage By Diwata Fonte Special to the Daily Planet 05-10-2001

Janet Reno speaks of public service at UC graduation By Jonathan Kiefer Special to the Daily Planet 05-10-2001

UC Regents appear ready to purge anti-affirmative action vote The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Another dead as Caltrain installs signs to deter suicides The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Space tourist welcomed home The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Hospital closures due to finances The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Suit alleges misuse of federal immigrant education funds The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Court doesn’t tip hand on gun maker’s liability The Associated Press 05-10-2001

PUC plan would make some consumers pay big The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Prosecutors will challenge delay in SLA trial The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Feds probe suspected Jewish hate crime near university The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Education plan recieves bipartisian support The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Drug could help millions with osteoporosis The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Bus trip to mark anniversary of Freedom Rides The Associated Press 05-10-2001

NAACP chief lends support to anti-discrimination bill The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Whitman to launch EPA civil rights initiatives The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Congress hears continued debate over using phones while driving The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Bush nominates 11 for Supreme Court The Associated Press 05-10-2001

Interim superintendent won’t seek post By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-09-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-09-2001

Letters to the Editor 05-09-2001

Berkeley Community Chorus tries something new By Miko Sopler Daily Planet correspondent 05-09-2001

Youth Court gets boost from feds By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-09-2001

200 protest medical pot rules By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 05-09-2001

Former UC president honored Bay City News 05-09-2001

Review will determine gun maker liability in killing The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Court backs Forest Service decision to ban drilling The Associated Press 05-09-2001

State sued for not accommodating disabled for exam The Associated Press 05-09-2001

New study reports rich-poor gap shrinking in California The Associated Press 05-09-2001

L.A. mayoral hopefuls argue about crime, policing The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Lawsuit charges substandard care at state nursing homes The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Hot temperatures force second day of blackouts The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Possible referendum would threaten bonds for power buys The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Secret energy contracts could lead to higher bills The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Songwriters sue MP3.com for $40.5 million The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Postponement in SLA trial The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Fifth test of unmanned craft complete The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Program study confirms early childhood education The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Motorists in shock again as gas prices jump; $3 a gallon may follow The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Study claims gays can turn straight if they want The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Cheney says nuclear waste dump can be built safely The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Senate contemplates allocating money to schools The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Cisco posts first quarterly loss The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Dell Computers Corp. cutting more jobs The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Market Watch The Associated Press 05-09-2001

China refuses to let spy plane fly home The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Israeli leader accuses Palestine of risking children The Associated Press 05-09-2001

Man arrested for animal cruelty Daily Planet staff 05-09-2001

Home tours take historic turns By Matt Lorenz Special to the Daily Planet 05-08-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-08-2001

Letters to the Editor 05-08-2001

Author examines faith and fiction By Kathleen Kisner Special to the Daily Planet 05-08-2001

Interim superintendent won’t seek post By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-08-2001

Teachers question test bonuses By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-08-2001

Chinese writer talks of hate and displacement By Rachael Post Special to the Daily Planet 05-08-2001

Council decision likely on San Pablo project By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-08-2001

Outdoor market almost reality in West Berkeley By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-08-2001

Demonstration protests medical marijuana ordinance By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 05-08-2001

Criminal charges filed against defense lawyers in SLA case The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Grid managers order rolling blackouts The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Lawmakers OK $13.4 billion in revenue bonds The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Study finds traffic congestion increasing The Associated Press 05-08-2001

New L.A. ordinance goal is closing campaign finance loophole The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Bush can’t prevent soaring prices of gas The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Investors cautious after last week’s rally The Associated Press 05-08-2001

3Com plans to cut 3,000 more jobs The Associated Press 05-08-2001

Ugly, damaged B Building days numbered By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet Staff 05-07-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-07-2001

Letters to the Editor 05-07-2001

Arts & Entertainment 05-07-2001

Bears finish sweep of UCLA with 8-6 victory Daily Planet Wire Services 05-07-2001

Celebrating tradition, unity and freedom Daily Planet Staff 05-07-2001

Stanford downs Cal in lacrosse final Daily Planet Wire Services 05-07-2001

Council ponders pot club permits By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-07-2001

11th straight national title for Cal rugby Daily Planet Wire Services 05-07-2001

Sailing club helps land lovers find sea legs By Tracy Chocholousek Special to the Daily Planet 05-07-2001

Panthers dominate Meet of Champions By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 05-07-2001

Tobacco still powerful despite “radioactive” donations By Steve Lawrence Associated Press Writer 05-07-2001

Legislative leaders set to sue federal energy regulators By Don Thompson Associated Press Writer 05-07-2001

Bay briefs Staff 05-07-2001

‘Minority’ has uncertain future in no-majority state By Erica Werner Associated Press Writer 05-07-2001

Bay restoration underway; more money, work needed By Colleen Valles Associated Press Writer 05-07-2001

Bay Bridge bungee jumper arrested By Ron Harris Associated Press Writer 05-07-2001

Solvency woes lead to fees for once-free services By Michael Liedtke AP Business Writer 05-07-2001

Panel seeks ways to tackle chronic BHS problems By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-05-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-05-2001

Letters to the Editor 05-05-2001

Arts & Entertainment Staff 05-05-2001

Pinole Valley gets revenge, shuts out Yellowjackets By Jared GreenDaily Planet Staff 05-05-2001

Power panel points to water district By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 05-05-2001

Panthers romp, 28-0 By Tim Haran Daily Planet Correspondent 05-05-2001

City not ready for big quake By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-05-2001

The Dempster House: a prominent example of a Berkeley Brown Shingle By Austene Hall and Susan Cerny 05-05-2001

Huff, a fighter for life and patients’ rights Special to the Daily Planet 05-05-2001

California crisis brings new talk of energy conservation The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Baja California broke from Mexico 6 million years ago The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Judge rules against bill in smog fee suit The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Immigrant may be sedated before deportation The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Legislators bracing for summer blackouts The Associated Press 05-05-2001

State seizes tax boycotter’s records The Associated Pres 05-05-2001

Farmers will be paid for water diverted to save fish The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Number of independent voters nearly doubled The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Kidnapper says he’ll commit child crimes from jail The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Capital murder, felonies charged in L.A. bus hijacking The Associated Press The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Death penalty opponents ready for McVeigh execution The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Lawmakers angry over U.N. panel ejection of U.S. The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Forest road ban to take effect, then be amended The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Unemployment hits 4.5 percent as companies shed jobs The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Florida lawmakers overhaul election system The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Grocers want clarity on biotech food products The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Pope arrives in Greece, faces centuries of mistrust The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Computer chip designer loses key ruling The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Fed study suggests investors are sluggards By John Cunniff The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Market Watch The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Businesses focus on Cinco de Mayo to enter Hispanic market The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Possibility of an even weaker economy The Associated Press 05-05-2001

Bears going for 11th straight title By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 05-04-2001

05-04-2001

05-04-2001

Calendar of Events & Activities 05-04-2001

Students rally against Bush tax cuts By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff 05-04-2001

Berkeley falls to Gauchos By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff 05-04-2001

Mayor’s State of the City address sheds light By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff 05-04-2001

School Board balances budget with cuts By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff 05-04-2001

Sports this weekend Staff 05-04-2001

Suspicious box found at building Daily Planet staff 05-04-2001

Wind-aided fire burns Oakland residential neighborhood The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Convicted kidnapper admits part in Xiana case The Associated Press 05-04-2001

EBay bans Nazi artifacts and hate-group material The Associated Press 05-04-2001

U.S. breaks up Ukrainian immigrant smuggling ring The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Berkeley High Jazz Ensemble strong By Miko Sopler Daily Planet correspondent 05-04-2001

Gardening lilacs can yield many varieties The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Federal agents seize 260 pounds of ivory at airport The Associated Press 05-04-2001

N.Y. students protest standardized testing The Associated Press 05-04-2001

N.J. Senate approves resolution asking for resignation of justice The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Bush orders California agencies to conserve The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Study: Bottled water no better than tap water The Associated Press 05-04-2001

U.S. losses seat on U.N. human rights council The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Napster stands by claim company is healthy The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Lucent scientist arrested by FBI for stealing software The Associated Press 05-04-2001

Market Brief 05-04-2001

Delta pilots now prepare for vote The Associated Press 05-04-2001