Webb declares DNC candidacy for party chair
Former Denver mayor Wellington Webb formally announced his candidacy for Democratic National Committee chair. Webb, who served as mayor 1991 to 2003, urged the party to choose a leader amid a pivotal election, joining others including Howard Dean Jim Blanchard Martin Frost and Harold Ickes in the field.
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Fire damages UPS center in Hodgkins Illinois
A fire outside a UPS package sorting center in Hodgkins damaged several hundred parcels and forced evacuation of over 1,000 workers. Seven trailers on the loading dock burned but nobody was hurt. no spread to the Chicago Area Consolidation Hub. Fewer than 2,000 packages were damaged or destroyed, mostly bound for Denver New Jersey and DeKalb Illinois. UPS apologized and said customers would be contacted for alternatives.
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North Mankato dog Josie heals with world generosity
Injured Australian cattle dog Josie, struck by a truck near the Twedt home on December 5, 2003, received more than $10,000 in aid and hundreds of gifts after the Tweet family skipped Christmas presents to cover medical bills. Josie underwent multiple operations and whirlpool therapy, recovering with a TV in a private room as supporters worldwide sent donations and treats.
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Nevada Arizona water pact speeds Las Vegas growth
Nevada officials approve a 330 million dollar 15 year agreement to buy 1.25 million acre feet of Arizona Colorado River water. The deal secures supplies for tens of thousands of new homes in the Las Vegas metropolitan area amid rapid growth. Richard Bunker, chair of the Colorado River Commission of Nevada, calls it a lifeline amid potential water limits.
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Bush mulls freezing or cutting domestic spending
The White House tells agencies to expect flat or reduced loan budgets next year with possible freezes on nondefense, non Homeland Security programs. Targets include housing grants CDC, FAA equipment, and Army Corps water projects as deficits and inflation push a tough 2006 federal budget.
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