Iowa Legislature embraces wireless access at Capitol
The Gazette reports new technology at the Iowa Statehouse including wireless Internet, live audio, online bill tracking, and expanded Fiscal Bureau data. Implementing wireless access cost 70000 dollars and is praised for time management as lawmakers use laptops in committees and caucuses.
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Iowa lawmakers race to finish 2004 session amid budget and gambling standstill
The 80th Iowa General Assembly aims to adjourn within the week but faces a tight timetable. Major hurdles include finalizing the next fiscal year budget and resolving a gambling tax dispute with riverboats and race tracks, with a proposed 23 percent riverboat and 25 percent track tax and flat fees to cover a shortfall.
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Truce Holds in Fallujah Amid Civilian Death Toll
In Fallujah a fragile cease-fire between Sunni insurgents and U S Marines held Sunday as residents reported more than 600 civilians killed in the week of fighting. In the Baghdad region gunmen shot down a U S attack helicopter killing two crewmen. Officials discuss possible negotiated ending to the cleric clash in the south.
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Marine Killed in Iraq Confirmed Name Speer
Marine Cpl. Michael Speer 24 of Davenport was killed Friday in hostile fire in Iraq. U.S. drive to deal with insurgents continues as Shiite tensions strain Iraq policy. Fallujah residents bury dead amid quiet despite violence at Baghdad's western gate.
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Bush defends pre 9/11 security actions at Easter remarks
President Bush said he was satisfied that security issues raised in the Aug 6 2001 presidential daily brief were being looked into. He noted the memo did not indicate an imminent US attack and spoke after attending Easter services at Fort Hood with his family. The White House released the brief amid congressional pressure and the 9/11 inquiry.
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Mickelson Wins Major On 18th At Antarctic Trail
Golf star Phil Mickelson clinches a major victory on the 18th hole completing a bold run across a harsh Antarctic course. The result marks a defining triumph in extreme conditions with Mickelson securing the title ahead of rivals.
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