U.S. weighs Saddam's fate amid Baghdad push
U S war planners proceed on the assumption Saddam Hussein is alive as U S forces close on Baghdad. Officials cite signs of renewed control from Baghdad to Iraqi forces while intelligence remains inconclusive about his status.
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Rosenberger remembered as top student and friend to many
Friends and classmates mourn Rosenberger a senior baseball player and valedictorian who died after collapsing at school. He played since kindergarten with Andy Scott and others, and his loss prompted a postponed game, resumed practice, and counseling for students. Coaches and teachers recall his kindness and leadership as the community wraps memory with faith.
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Aken
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Southern Illinois Regional Social Services
Carbondale
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Killoran
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Remembering DeWayne Kelly Carbondale Terriers Coach
DeWayne Kelly former Carbondale Terriers coach and Murphysboro alum is mourned after an apparent medical issue left him unconscious by a doorway. A lifelong educator and coach, Kelly returned to Carbondale in 1994, led the basketball program, and was praised for his dedication as a mentor to players and staff. Funeral plans are pending as colleagues and former players recall his passion, loyalty, and humor.
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Carbondale
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Larry Jackson
Jackson
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Joe Cross
Florida International
Illinois
Southern Ilinois University
Cross
Billy Harris
Southern Indiana
U S forces repulse raid amid Basra fighting and losses
U S and British forces report a raid in a Basra suburb capturing a Baath leader and killing bodyguards. Coalition confirms hundreds of Iraqis killed or captured, with U N warnings of a humanitarian crisis and Red Cross repairs to water supply. Annan urges safe access. Powell cites eventual WMD search.
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Umm Qasr
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Delaware
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Woolard resigns to take DCCA post under Gov Blagojevich
State Senator Woolard says he will resign to join the governors office at the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. The timing hinges on the governor and session end. 13 Democratic county chairmen will vote on his successor using a weighted system. Woolard plans to work from the Marion state office building.
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Blagojevich
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