Recognizing that it is flush in natural gas, and understanding that gasoline sanctions are imminent, the Iranian government has sought in recent years to shield its underbelly.

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The fire ignited after authorities threw flash grenades and tear gas into the apartment to try to flush the shooter out, Stanislaus County Sheriff Adam Christianson told reporters.

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Some envision the kind of economic boom they've heard about in other states: tens of thousands of workers drilling for oil and gas, local businesses barely keeping up with demand and many municipal coffers flush with cash.

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