U S Troops Open Major Offensive Near Iraqi Border
U S troops with helicopter gunships and warplanes pushed into desert villages near the Syrian border hunting followers of Iraqs most wanted terrorist. The operation near Qaim began Saturday and involved about 1000 Marines sailors and soldiers. At least three Marines were killed and foreign fighters were reported among the dead. A Japanese national was reported missing after an attack on a British security convoy, with no link proven to the U S assault.
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Iraq sees hostage crisis amid Baghdad car bombings and new cabinet swearing
Militants captured a 44 year old Japanese security contractor west of Baghdad as five new cabinet members, including four Sunnis, were sworn in. Two Iraqi police and a civilian died in a suicide car bombing at a Baghdad police checkpoint. At least four car bombs exploded in Baghdad, killing at least five people.
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Russia celebrates WWII victory with Bush on Red Square
Soviet citizens cheered as veterans and crowds gathered on Red Square for Victory Day. President Bush stood with President Yeltsin near Lenin's tomb while military banners and jet flyovers echoed across Moscow, marking a historic visit.
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Public safety radio codes linger in Cedar Rapids police work
The Gazette reports Cedar Rapids police and dispatchers still use 10-codes years after the department stopped. Officers note 10-4 and 10-50 meanings, while national officials urge agencies to drop codes for clear multi agency communication in emergencies. Ned Wright of Linn county speaks on the issue.
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10 code variations across Iowa City Cedar Rapids Davenport
County 10 codes differ by agency. 10 105 in Iowa City signals fueling a patrol car while Cedar Rapids uses it for robbery. 10 80 in Davenport equals lunch. Linn County 10 Codes page 8A notes these discrepancies and examples.
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Elections Voting Changes Burden Counties in Iowa
Eastern Iowa counties face mixed effects from the Help America Vote Act with stricter testing and required upgrades by year end. Clayton County must replace its 4-year-old system as it fails the 500000 test threshold, while the original vendor exits the market and certification prospects hinge on new equipment.
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