Obama signs $600M border security bill into law
The Senate passed the border security bill and President Obama signed it into law amid mixed reactions. Napolitano defended the measure as a step forward while immigration advocates decried it as election-year politics. Republicans praised the action but said it did not go far enough, and the border debate intensified after Arizona's immigration law faced legal challenges.
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Immigration drives more licenses for immigrants in western states
The AP analysis shows a surge in licenses issued to immigrants after Arizona's law. New Mexico and Washington saw notable weekly increases while Utah limited driving privileges. Fraud cases surfaced as some potential migrants seek licenses, with local officials noting the lack of verification for legal status.
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Emmaus House car show funds aid shelter needs
Garden City residents support Emmaus House with a 50s style fundraiser during the eighth annual Cool Nights Hot Cars indoor show at Finney County Fairgrounds October 29 to 31. Luke Schwieterman displays a 1936 Chevrolet truck, beer keg gas tank, and plans for a 1996 Pontiac Firebird raffle drawing October 31. last year’s event raised 26000 dollars.
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Kobach backs voter initiative plan amid Kansas debate
Kansas Secretary of State Kobach described a voter initiative as giving people more government control while opposing animal rights groups. He noted 26 states use ballot measures, and Kansas would need two-thirds in the Legislature for a constitutional amendment. Officials warn cost and ballot length could rise. He defended initiative processes as working in many states.
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