Subject:

Mike Wood

  • News

    May 13, 2004

    The End Game

    A widow just wanted her home. But that was asking too much.

  • News

    October 31, 2002

    Judging Rory

    Jurist Rory Olsen can put you in a mental institution and cost you hefty court fees. Critics wonder whether he can handle the job. Big deal -- he's a bottom-of-the-ballot Republican.

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    May 11, 2000

    Effie's Ending

    Police investigate the death of a troubled Alzheimer's probate ward

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    April 20, 2000

    Warded Off

    She got into a suspect nursing home. And the probate system got most of her money.

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    February 24, 2000

    The Insider

    Prayer Lunch Indigestion. A conservative kingmaker meets his match in "Mama Bear"

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    July 1, 1999
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    December 3, 1998

    Daddy's Money

    In probate court, the sons of oilman J. Howard Marshall II air a high-stakes family feud a fight about loyalty, betrayal and whether their dad played favorites

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    May 29, 1997
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    August 15, 1996

    The Last Safety Net

    In 1992, Harris County changed the way it cares for those who can't manage their own lives. Four and a half years later, social workers are swamped, and people like Miss Natalie suffer.

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    June 27, 1996
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    November 3, 1994

    Turkeys (and Other Creatures) On the Ballot

    Quick! It's almost Election Day!! Do you know who your candidates are? Check this guide to the mother of all ballots!

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