Afghan commanders reject halt to fighting offer near Gardez
U S forces in Afghanistan press ahead in Shah e Kot area as commanders reject a proposal to halt bombing for al Qaida and Taliban to surrender or escape. Brig Gen Rosa notes ongoing clashes and 2 500 bombs dropped since March 2 with no new US casualties while local leaders weigh a potential 10 day truce.
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Ridge unveils color coded terror alert system yellow level
Domestic security chief Tom Ridge outlined a five level warning system to guide agencies and the public. The nation sits on yellow alert with elevated risk of attack while green is lowest and red means severe risk.
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Pockets of al Qaida remain after Afghan battle
U S forces size up smaller pockets of al Qaida after the Shah e Kot Valley fight. Brig Gen Rosa says pockets still out there near Gardez south of the border. analysts stress tailored, intelligence driven hunts. Defense spokeswoman Clark says goal is to capture or kill all al Qaida and Taliban leaders.
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State lawmakers see gradual push to ease concealed gun rules
Across states gun rights groups push a step by step strategy to loosen concealed weapon laws. NRA and Gun Owners of America say momentum grew after September 11, while Brady Campaign counters by expanding state lobbying. In Arizona a bill would lower penalties for carrying without a permit, from up to $2,500 fine and six months in jail to a petty offense with a $50 fine.
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