Congress seeks emergency aid to save automakers
Democratic leaders rush to draft a $15 billion rescue for General Motors Ford and Chrysler with fast Congressional votes planned. The plan would allow restructuring and taxpay er protections while lawmakers weigh oversight and conditions amid Republican skepticism and a fragile economic backdrop.
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Obama outlines plan to save and create jobs nationwide
President elect Barack Obama outlined a recovery plan aimed at saving or creating more than 2 million jobs, making federal buildings energy efficient, upgrading infrastructure, and expanding Internet access. He urged Congress to pass the initiative when they reconvene in January.
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Idled workers seize Republic Windows plant in Chicago
About 200 employees at Republic Windows and Doors occupied the Chicago factory alleging the firm failed to give 60 days notice before shutdown and demanding severance and vacation pay. Union organizer Leah Fried said a meeting with company reps was missed, with a new session planned Monday.
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Bush Says Iraq War Nearing Victory In Pact Plan
President Bush, in a radio address, announced the security pact envisions 150,000 U.S. troops withdraw in two stages by end of 2011, with first withdrawals starting mid next year from Baghdad and other cities. The accord replaces a U.N. mandate and requires total pullout by end-2011, while noting Iraqi voters will decide in a July referendum.
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Four children among five killed in Columbus apartment fire
In Columbus Ohio a fire at a two story townhouse killed five people early Saturday including four children. Firefighters arrived as flames poured from both floors and struggled to enter the building as ice formed from freezing water in bitter weather. Battalion Chief Doug Smith said two children outside reported relatives trapped inside.
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Ohio apartment fire claims five lives including four children
Investigators said a 40 year old woman and four children aged 5, 7, 10, and 12 died in a two alarm blaze on an Ohio apartment. Relatives appeared possible as family names matched. Bodies were found in two second floor bedrooms and the kitchen, with signs the victims attempted to escape as smoke overwhelmed them.
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