Midwest storm shuts routes and grounds flights nationwide
A deep freeze from the weekend storm paralyzes the upper Midwest with nearly two feet of snow in Minnesota and Wisconsin, collapses the Minnesota Vikings Metrodome roof, cancels over 1,600 Chicago flights, closes major highways, and drives temperatures below zero. At least six weather related deaths are reported.
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Obama to sign child nutrition bill at DC elementary school
President Obama plans to sign a $4.5 billion child nutrition bill at a District of Columbia elementary school to expand free meals, set standards for vending machines and bake sales, and fund 20 million additional after school meals nationwide. The act ties federal reimbursements to healthier options while critics call it too costly.
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Payroll tax cut sparks debate over Social Security funding
President Obama forges a deal to cut workers payroll taxes by nearly a third in 2011 as part of a broader tax cut package. Proponents argue it boosts take home pay and economy, while Social Security advocates warn borrowed funding could threaten the programs long term.
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