Homeland Security Secretary Line of Succession Considered
Senate action would elevate the Homeland Security chief in the presidential succession, to replace the president if unable to serve. The measure awaits House action. Notable figures named include Cheney Hastert Stevens Powell Snow Rumsfeld Ashcroft Norton Veneman Evans Chav Tommy Thompson Martinez Mineta Abraham Lincoln era.
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John Snow
Donald Rumsfeld
John Ashcroft
Gale Norton
Ann Veneman
Donald Evans
Elaine Chav
Tommy Thompson
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Mel Martinez
Norman Mineta
Fireworks tents in Carbondale face questions on legality
Four Seasons operates 30 to 40 stands across central and southern Illinois amid state fire marshal review. City officials question sales of sparklers and other items, while Four Seasons asserts all products are legal with detailed labeling and advance notices to cities. The case echoes broader enforcement challenges across Illinois.
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Four Seasons
Marion
Anthony Rinella
Ridge: Lawmakers push to alter line of presidential succession
Rep. Cox and Rep. Frost propose elevating the Homeland Security chief to eighth in line, arguing disaster relief and security fit the role. Current order lists Cheney, Hastert, Stevens, Powell, Snow, Rumsfeld, Ashcroft, Norton, Veneman, Evans, Chao, Thompson, Martinez, Mineta, Abraham, Paige, Principi, and Ridge, with constitutional ineligibility for Chao and Martinez due to birthplaces.
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DeWine
Homeland Security
Christopher Cox
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Martin Frost
Texas
Dick Cheney
TSA boosts airport checks for fireworks and explosives
Screeners last year began checking baggage for weapons and bombs as more security systems detect suspicious residues. The TSA warns travelers to clean shoes and clubs before flying, noting fireworks remain illegal and carry penalties up to five years in prison and 250000 dollars.
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Susan Hallowell
TSA
Randal
Du Quoin to get 115000-square-foot multipurpose arena
The new multipurpose building seats 10000 and will host antiques shows tractor pulls horse shows and concerts with venues designed to allow dirt for motorcycle racing. River City Construction builds the multimillion dollar facility in the former south parking area creating 185 jobs and aiming for use by the 2004 fair. The adjacent 65000-square-foot horse arena hosts events nearly every weekend from May through October and will also be used in future Du Quoin State Fairs.
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Rednour
River City Construction
du Quoin
Fairground
Illinois Junior Rodeo
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Tickets selling well for 2003 Du Quoin State Fair shows
Du Quoin State Fair grandstand performances are selling rapidly as advance sales exceed 2002 levels. Lynyrd Skynyrd leads in early demand while the office opens early and accepts mail, phone, and in person orders. The fair runs Aug 23 to Sept 1 with concerts and races and a slate of featured acts and prices.
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Rednour
Lynard Skynard
du Quoin State Fair
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