Grain elevators strained by high yields and rail embargo
Grain elevators face storage strain as stronger fall crops meet high freight costs and idled railcars after Rita. Industry sources note surprises in yields but ongoing bottlenecks across the Midwest, with BNSF restricting new traffic from 88 stations.
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Military could lead disaster rescue efforts after hurricanes
Washington reports debate over placing the Pentagon in charge of search and rescue after Katrina and Rita. Congress splits over federal power versus states as Homeland Security asks what role remains for agencies. Generals warn of mission creep while civilian leaders urge civilian control and caution in turning the military into first responders.
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Comforts of Home Helps Katrina Refugee Girl
Rebecca Maddox 7, displaced by Hurricane Katrina, stayed with her mother in Biloxi before moving to Holcomb, Mississippi. Summers with her father make relocation easier, as the family recalls damaged homes, lost belongings, and support from others.
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Biloxi
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Valerie Lawrence
Gulf of Mexico
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Lawrence
Ocean Springs
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Jackson
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Neufeld addresses long term health care reform
Kansas lawmaker Melvin Neufeld chairman of the House Appropriations Committee warned of a looming Medicaid aid system collapse. Speaking to about 30 at Fiesta Courtyard he urged reform as baby boomers near retirement and the elderly population grows. He noted 2030 retiree income gaps and 85 plus numbers surging by 2044 with Medicaid covering only a small share of long term care costs.
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Fiesta Courtyard
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Illegal immigration outpaces legal moves
The Pew Hispanic Center reports illegal immigration outpacing lawful entry as overall migration rises with the improving economy. Immigration topped 1.5 million in 1999 and 2000, then fell to 1.1 million by 2003, matching 1992 levels. Roberto Suro notes economy as a key factor.
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Pew Hispanic Center
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Roberto Suro
Immigration surge peaks in 1999 with 1.5 million arrivals
The United States saw a record influx of both legal and illegal migrants in 1999, with more than 1.5 million people entering the country. The spike reflected broad pull factors and ongoing migration trends shaping policy and demographics.
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