Senator Plans to Examine Gas PricesInquiry is unnecessary, oil industry spokesman says. Conoco Purchases Gulf CanadaDeal increases company's international oil reserves. Shell's Offer Too Low Texaco's merger with Chevron hangs in the balance. James Jeffords Defects From GOP Vermont Senator's move shifts control of Senate, impacts Bush agenda. No Teens Allowed Maine House of Representatives votes to bar minors from participating in tobacco stings. New York Retailers Busted City consumer affairs department finds gas stations cheating customers. Dealers Unite to Sue Exxon Mobil Big oil company also ordered to pay $1 billion in Louisiana case. Lawsuit Targets Tobacco Industry Lawyers contend cigarette makers conspired to hook children on smoking. Democrats Propose New Gas Tax The measure would kick in after retailers' sales rise above what they call "a reasonable rate of return." Big Tobacco Scores Twice Federal Court Dismisses foreign lawsuits and reverses lower court ruling on union health funds. First Previous 775 776 777 778 Next Last
