Ridge sworn in as homeland security director at White House
Former Pennsylvania governor Tom Ridge was sworn in as director of the new Office of Homeland Security in the East Room, tasked with coordinating intelligence and critical infrastructure protection across agencies. Bush framed the role as domestic security counterpart to the national security adviser, with Ridge to push for a unified strategy and open lines of communication across federal, state, and local levels.
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Second man found with anthrax bacteria
FBI took over the anthrax death investigation in Boca Raton after spores appeared in a co worker’s nose and on a keyboard at their office. The building housing tabloids was sealed off and workers were urged to seek medical testing. Authorities say human intervention likely caused contamination and stress there is no public health threat though antibiotics are available.
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Palestinian police clash with protesters in Gaza City
In Gaza City protesters opposed to U S airstrikes on Afghanistan fought police at the Islamic University in the worst internal Palestinian fighting in years. Two bystanders were killed and about 50 injured as night fell.
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Global anthrax alert and US led airstrikes widen war
Nationwide alert escalates as authorities seal a tabloid office after two victims die from anthrax. The US reports a limited yet expanding campaign with long range bombers cruise missiles and relief air drops while threats extend to Afghanistan and possible actions against other states. US and UK leaders caution a long, ongoing war with broad international involvement and regional protests.
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Rend Lake road and center closed after attacks
The Rend Lake Dam Road and Rend Lake Visitor's Center were shut to vehicles and pedestrians by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a security measure after the September 11 attacks. The road will stay closed indefinitely with barricades in place around the dam and water. Rhonda Sciarra.
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