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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 2008
Page
2
More than 570,000 customers remained without electricity as an ice storm battered the region. In New Hampshire utilities warned restoration could push into Thursday or Friday amid sagging branches and stressed power lines.
The Fed prepares to cut its federal funds rate from 1 percent toward 0.50 or lower, aiming to cushion the recession. Analysts warn the move may not quickly revive growth but could ease borrowing costs for consumers and small businesses amid bank liquidity fears.
Illinois legislators prepare for a new session focused on removing Gov. Rod Blagojevich after his arrest on charges linked to using power to name Barack Obama’s Senate replacement. Rep. Jack Franks calls impeachment a priority as Republicans press for action.
Senator John McCain said he would cooperate with President-elect Barack Obama on economic and national security matters while avoiding partisan divisiveness. He rejected linking Obama to the Blagojevich scandal and said areas of disagreement are possible but unity is needed. He also noted it is too early to back any 2012 GOP candidate, including Sarah Palin.
A former Justice Department lawyer says he tipped Newsweek about the Bush administration's warrantless wiretapping because it "didn't smell right." Thomas Tamm told Newsweek he informed the New York Times 18 months before its 2005 exposé on surveillance of international calls and emails without warrants. The Times cited anonymous sources and did not confirm Tamm as a source.
Sunday draw figures list Pick 3 and Pick 4 results with exact digits. Powerball and Jackpot values show $43 million with Power Play 2 and next draw $50 million. Illinois Little Lotto and Hot Lotto results are included with Hotball 5.
The Gazette in Cedar Rapids Iowa outlines daily publication at 500 Third Avenue SE with Morning Editions and Sunday issues, mail rates, and subscription costs. It lists contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries and notes AP republication rights.
Contact details for newsroom circulation and tips are listed for Cedar Rapids and nearby locales. Phone numbers and a toll free line are provided, along with a website for the complete company directory and email addresses.
The Gazette pledges to help agriculture by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. It invites readers to drop newspapers for recycling at City Carton on 901 Ingleside Dr SW or at nearby recycling locations.
The White House signaled no immediate auto loan deal as President Bush stated talks continue on a way forward using bailout funds. Officials expect no quick announcement while GM and Chrysler face possible cash shortfalls in weeks. Corker noted shifting White House plans and Gettelfinger reported no union talks yet.
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