Gustav prompts mass evacuation from Gulf Coast
New Orleans and neighboring states brace as Gustav drives a 1.9 million person exodus. Officials warn of dangerous winds and storm surge while urging remaining residents to leave. Forecasters place Gustav as a Category 3 hurricane near landfall west of New Orleans with potential severe flooding and levee risk.
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Gustav devastates Cuba as Hurricane Gustav hits coast
Gustav, a Category 4 hurricane with 140 mph winds, struck Cuba causing damage to 86,000 homes and downing 80 power towers across the island. No deaths in Cuba were reported though 19 injuries occurred and 250,000 residents evacuated to shelters.
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Iowans Attend Republican National Convention Coverage
The Gazette reporters Todd Dorman and James Q. Lynch file this week from St Paul Minnesota and other sites detailing Iowans attending the Republican National Convention. The coverage highlights key speakers delegates and local reaction.
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McCain May Deliver Speech From Gulf Coast Satellite
On the eve of the convention John McCain signaled a desire to avoid Katrina-style errors and hinted his acceptance speech might come via satellite from the Gulf Coast. The convention planned to nominate McCain and Sarah Palin with key prep work and fundraising activities reshaped by hurricane considerations.
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Neighborhood silence fuels violence says Cedar Rapids chief
Cedar Rapids Police Chief Greg Graham urges neighbors to report crimes and testify to curb violence in the city. He notes witnesses often fear retaliation and recalls how Ocala, Florida cut murders from about 20 to two annually after community cooperation. Calls to report remain anonymous at 319 286 5400 or Crime Stoppers 1 800 CR CRIME. Contact Jamie Kelly at gazcomm.com.
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