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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2003
Page
1
Column One Today notes the governor signs a tuition bill for undocumented immigrants, a major policy move highlighted on Page 3A. The edition also flags national and world items on abortion debates and Israeli actions, plus local notes on DNA kits and a retiree principal, with a court report listing felonies across several counties.
The AP reports a $193.9 billion federal deficit for the first five months of 2003 and a February record of $96.3 billion, signaling broader strain as Illinois faces a $5 billion shortfall. Local governments rely on diverse revenue streams including taxes, fees, and charges, but persistent deficits may eventually impact cities and towns.
Four suspects with apparent ties to al Qaida were arrested over the Riyadh housing compound bombings that killed 25 bystanders, eight Americans among them. Nine attackers died. Saudi officials said the four men knew of the May 12 attacks and indicated al Qaida involvement.
Pope John Paul II marked his 83rd birthday with an open air Mass in St. Peter's Square. Tens of thousands gathered as he canonized two Poles and two Italians, while prayers for his continued papacy echoed through the celebration. The pope, in frail health at times, again declined stepping down and acknowledged birthday greetings from around the world.
Eight year old Kendra Swan of Chester was visiting her father Jamie Swan in Perryville Missouri when she was found dead at his home. Perryville police described the death as murder death by own action and continued interviews after the 911 call at 7 53 a m.
Herman Babes Garavalia longtime Herrin alderman Ward 2 and Babes Market owner died Saturday after a lengthy illness born of lymphoma in stomach and lungs He was 90 and had just taken the oath of office in his hospital bed weeks earlier City Clerk Marlene Simpson and Mayor Vic Ritter spoke of his dedication and hope to return to work for the city
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