Fremont votes to restrict illegal immigration in Nebraska
Fremont voters approved an ordinance banning the hiring or renting to illegal immigrants and requiring businesses to use the E-Verify system. The measure, supported by about 57 percent, could face court challenges led by the ACLU. City officials say it mirrors national debate amid rising Hispanic population and local meatpacking jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fremont
Neb
Nebraska
Arizona
American Civil Liberties Union
Scott Getzschman
Omaha
Fremont Beef
Hormel
Linda Nafziger
Trevor McClurg
McClurg
Kristin Ostrom
David Drozd
University of Nebraska At
Bryan Henricksen
Schultz Fire grows near Flagstaff in Arizona
Crews fight a 10,000 acre blaze north of Flagstaff with planes aiding assessment. About 750 homes remain evacuated as firefighters trench, clear brush, and spray to protect structures. No buildings destroyed yet while smoke limits visibility and drivers use headlights in daylight. Incident commander Dagger Hughes says homes appear secure for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flagstaff
Ariz
Dagger Hughes
Hughes
Coconino County
Bill Pribil
Americans upbeat but less optimistic about future
A Pew Smithsonian poll finds about two thirds of Americans optimistic about both personal and national futures, yet optimism has declined since 1999. Fewer foresee a stronger economy. many expect major energy issues, another world war, and a terrorist attack. Expectations for 2050 include a woman president and a potential world currency. Immigration views split, with legal levels cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pew Research Center For the People
Smithsonian Magazine
Jesus Christ
Also Mentioned on This Page
Nebraska City
Jayd
HBO
Kansas
Jaydsatellite.com
Owaz
St. Catherine Hospital
Spruce Garden City