Cities push to curb aggressive panhandling nationwide
Cities tighten panhandling rules as homelessness rises with nightly shelter counts up to 37 000 from 21 000 in 1998. Officials cite safety concerns while advocates warn of discrimination and civil rights issues amid blue box sidewalk restrictions and jail terms for repeat offenses.
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Fort Greely to host missile defense silos by 2005
Fort Greely in Alaska will house six interceptor missiles by the end of 2004 and ten more by 2005 as part of Bush administration plans for a limited missile defense system. Lt. Col. Rick Lehner cites Alaska’s location and existing infrastructure, while local official Pete Hallgren calls the project a boost to Delta Junction’s economy and future.
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Jay Smith
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