Crime rate holds steady at 30-year low in 2003
The Justice Department reports property and most violent crime rates near 30-year lows for 2003, with homicides at 16,200 in 2002 up 1 percent from 2001. Officials cite demographics and incarceration, noting no clear impact from terrorism policing on crime trends. Victimization data show declines since 1993, with rape and sexual assault easing slightly in 2003. Property crimes also drop, at 163.2 per 1,000 in 2003.
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North Korea nuclear test plan denied by officials
U S officials deny reports of North Korea planning a nuclear test. They say a mushroom cloud sighting could be a misinterpretation or unrelated activity. The story notes ongoing diplomacy and regional tension without confirming any test.
Ivan Hammers Cayman Islands in deadly 150 mph strike
Hurricane Ivan battered the Cayman Islands with 150 mph winds ripping roofs off homes and toppling three story trees. The storm at peak Category 5 strength killed at least 60 across the Caribbean and threatened western Cuba. Evacuations soared as Mexico issued alerts for the Yucatan Peninsula and Cuba braces for impact. Local officials reported damage but initial assessments were blocked by high winds.
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Decade of multi hurricane seasons foreseen by scientists
National Hurricane Committee estimates as many as half of Grand Cayman’s 15,000 homes damaged as Ivan nears Cuba. At 5 p.m. its eye lay 225 miles southeast of Cuba with 90 mile hurricane winds and 175 mile tropical storms. Ivan moving west-northwest toward Cuba, expected to turn northwest, possibly near or over the western tip this afternoon or evening. Surge could reach 25 feet with dangerous waves. Cayman Islands better prepared than Grenada and Jamaica, though Jamaica avoided a direct hit Saturday.
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O Grady couple highlighted in United Way campaign
Heather and Shawn O Grady with Down syndrome gain exposure in the 2004 Greater Cincinnati United Way campaign video. Middletown Area United Way reports $721,111 raised toward a $1,550,843 goal as campaigns run through Oct 27. Agencies invite success stories, including Abilities First featuring Heather.
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