Democrats push 110 billion budget plan to avert sequester
Senate Democrats unveil a 110 billion package replacing 85 billion in sequester with 10 years of tax increases and spending cuts. The plan cuts 27.5 billion from defense and ends direct farm payments, funded by a minimum 30 percent tax on most millionaires and oil-tax breaks elimination.
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Obama pushes preschool for all children nationwide
President Obama unveiled a plan to provide free optional preschool for low and moderate income four year olds funded by federal and state dollars. The initiative would expand Early Head Start and home visiting, but faces Republican scrutiny over cost and feasibility.
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Dorner identified in burned California cabin remains
In Big Bear Lake California authorities confirm the burned remains are fugitive Christopher Dorner through dental records. The case follows a tense week as the Senate failed to advance Chuck Hagels defense secretary nomination on a 58 to 40 vote with one senator voting present. Rita Crundwell in Rockford Illinois was sentenced to about 19 and a half years for a nearly 54 million municipal fraud.
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Collins Road Theatres Showtimes in Cedar Rapids
Showtimes list for Collins Road Theatres in Cedar Rapids include Life of Pi 3D and 2D screenings, Wreck it Ralph, Jack Reacher, This Is 40, Argos, Skyfall, with matinees and evening times and general admission prices. The theater phone and website are provided for ticketing and show details.
Illinois Senate votes to legalize same sex marriage
Illinois moved closer to legalizing same sex marriage as the Senate approved the measure 34 21 and sent it to the House. The bill includes an amendment protecting church religious organs from being forced to perform or be involved in ceremonies and from liability for refusals. Gov. Quinn said he will sign if the House approves.
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