Health care vote strategy under fire on Capitol Hill
Democrats defend pushing health care overhaul through the House without a direct vote while Republicans voice strong opposition. A couple hundred tea party activists rallied on Capitol Hill opposing the legislation with signs accusing Obamacare of stealing. Rep. Michele Bachmann urged activists to email, call, and visit district offices to stop the measure and host a farewell party ahead of Obama’s Asian trip.
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Upper Midwest sees surge in flood insurance uptake
In Moorhead Minnesota flood fears drive buyers to flood insurance after last year's Red River deluge. North Dakota coverage rises from under 4 000 to over 13 000 while Minnesota tops 10 000. FEMA holds meetings urging homeowners to sign up for protection as spring flood risk looms.
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Small magnitude quake rattles southern California suburbs
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck beneath Los Angeles eastern suburbs at 4:04 a.m. No damage or injuries were reported and intensity spread from San Diego County to Ventura. Seismologists say it was likely not an aftershock of the 1987 Whittier Narrows quake. Residents urged preparedness for future quakes.
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