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FBI Launches System to Share Terrorism Tips with Local Police
Historically, local law enforcement has complained about the FBI not sharing enough information. There may still be complaints after this, but it may help deflect some complaints. By DEVLIN BARRETT Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON — The FBI has launched a system to share tips about possible terror threats with local police agencies just in time…
Inspector Gen. Says Ideological Considerations Tainted Hiring Process At Justice Civil Rights Division
Here’s just another disturbing footnote in the Justice Department in the Bush years. By Carrie Johnson Washington Post Staff Writer WASHINGTON — Ideological considerations permeated the hiring process at the Justice Department’s civil rights division, where a politically appointed official sought to hire “real Americans” and Republicans for career posts and prominent case assignments, according…
What Constitutes a Suspicious Incident in Aviation Today?
By Chad Wolf Security DeBrief What constitutes a suspicious incident in aviation today? This is the fundamental question that led to nine Muslim passengers being kicked off an Air Tran Airways flight on New Year’s Day. By now, we’ve all heard the series of events that transpired – several Muslim passengers were discussing airline…
Louisiana Man Charged With Threatening Pres. Bush
With just a few days in his presidency some still want to harm President Bush. By Associated Press NEW ORLEANS — Federal authorities have charged a Louisiana man with threatening to kill President George W. Bush. A social worker told Secret Service agents that 44-year-old Gregory Broussard was being treated at a Hammond hospital when…
A Dozen Things to Watch for at Eric Holder’s Confirmation
Of all the Obama nominees, Eric Holder is likely to have the most contentious confirmation hearing. Here’s a look forward at what to expect starting Thursday in a town that sees this type of activity as sport and entertainment. By Joe Palazzolo and David Ingram Legal Times WASHINGTON — Two months of silent preparation will…
Humor: HBO’s Ali G Interviews Former Atty. Generals Richard Thornburgh and Ed Meese
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Homeland Security Approves Kansas State U. Site For Lab to Study Livestock Diseases and Biological Threats
In the heartland of America, scientists will be tasked with saving our food supply. By JASON GERTZEN The Kansas City Star Kansas gained final approval Monday for a $650 million federal biodefense laboratory that officials heralded for its potential to protect the food supply and boost the state’s economy. Last month Kansas emerged as the…
What the Heck is Going On? FBI Says Crime Drops But Murders Rise in Smalltown USA
When we think of the fictional town, Andy of Mayberry, we think of petty crime: moonshining, shoplilfting. But the FBI says in the real smalltown USA, murder is up. What’s going on? By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — The FBI says crime declined in the first half of 2008, despite an alarming spike in small-town…