Carbon monoxide detector guidance for Southern Illinois homes
Consumers learn about CO dangers and detector use under a new state law. The piece explains CO risks, common in furnaces and fireplaces, and outlines detector placement, costs from 20 to 55 dollars, and testing to ensure alarms wake occupants. It cites CDC and AMA guidance and notes a Carbondale hardware store example.
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Alarm law pushes carbon monoxide detectors in homes
The bill requires alarms in homes with penalties up to six months in jail and 1500 dollars fine for noncompliance, with harsher penalties for tampering. Chicago St Louis and eight states already have similar laws. Detectors cost about 20 to 100 dollars and save lives by giving early CO warnings.
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Chicago
St. Louis
National Fire Protection Association
Chicago Eyes 2016 Olympics Bid Details and Costs
Daley discusses bid requirements and timeline to form an exploratory committee with Olympic officials. USOC visits Houston Philadelphia Chicago San Francisco and Los Angeles as it weighs city options. Challenges include funding stadiums and athletes village, with private donors and business support likely needed.
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Sandusky
Soldier Field
London
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