Editing for Language

Edit for brevity and clarity.

1. He wondered the streets.

2. The suspect sprinted across the yard.

3. The war refugees sought a haven across the border.

4. The mayor said he opposes an independent counsel to investigate complaints.

“It would infringe on the autonomy of the City Council.”

5. Five shootings were reported Saturday night by a police spokesman. Three were in Central Park.

6. The reporter said he covered wars in 18 countries during his 30-year career.

7. The project is funded by state and federal grants.

8. She earned a degree in journalism from Cal State Fullerton.

9. The police chief said the department had abandoned the use of stun guns due to lawsuits.

10. A reporter’s day might consists of meeting with editors, interviewing sources and writing stories.