Bus hits van as stop sign violation sends students to hospital
A Detroit school bus carrying 10 students collided with a van that ran a stop sign injuring both drivers and several students. Police say injuries are minor. the van driver was arrested on drunken driving charges.
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Restrictions Persist as Tour Access Shrinks at Landmarks
After Sept 11, tourism in Washington eases back but with tighter security. White House tours remain limited to school groups and escorted individuals, while Capitol, Smithsonian sites, monuments, and the zoo increase guards and barriers. Governors aim to reopen safely, with public access carefully managed. President Bush and aides stress student access when possible.
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Lawmakers Reach Deal On Six Year Farm Bill
Lawmakers report a tentative six year farm bill agreement boosting agricultural spending by about 70 percent reversing the 1996 shift away from subsidies. The deal aims to raise total agriculture outlays by 73.5 billion over ten years with existing programs at 107 billion. Debated elements include food stamp restoration for certain noncitizens and broad bipartisan support for aiding farmers.
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Daschle Criticizes Bush Plan At Black Mayors Meeting
Sen Tom Daschle urged focus on economic security alongside homeland defense at the National Conference of Black Mayors in Jackson Mississippi. He argued the Bush tax cut is too large, hurting funding for schools roads and clean water while addressing a friendly audience of about 400 mayors. He noted warm welcome from Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. and highlighted the conference theme Healthy Cities and Towns.
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Trent Lott
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