Shutdown costs run to two billion in lost productivity
Washington report notes 850000 furloughed workers and $2 billion in lost productivity during October's 16 day partial federal shutdown. It cites reduced visitor spending, stalled oil permits, slower home buying, and delayed safety inspections as ripple effects across private industry.
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Chicago faces cost hurdle in mandatory gun crime plan
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel pushes for three year mandatory prison terms to curb gun violence amid Illinois budget strains. State projections estimate 866 million in costs and a 3,400 inmate rise, with 49,000 inmates and rising. Critics warn taxpayers would bear the burden while assessing efficacy.
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Detroit Barbershop Gambling Shootout Leaves Three Dead
Three people died and six were wounded when a gunman opened fire on about 30 people gambling in a Detroit barbershop back room. Police say one suspect wore body armor and is held on unrelated charges while homicide detectives interview him. Two died at the scene and one died later at a hospital. authorities search for two suspected vehicles.
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