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Huge Iraq spending bill to test Democrats
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WASHINGTON - The Bush administration is hammering out its largest-ever appeal for more Iraq war funds - a record $100 billion, at least, and that figure reflects cuts from wish lists originally circulating around the Pentagon. The measure will give Democrats, who take control of Congress next year, an early chance to try changing the conduct of the war.
CSUPD: Vehicle break-ins spike
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To combat an increasing number of vehicle break-ins, police are asking students and community members to be the "eyes" of the CSU Police Department. "While we are making great efforts to catch the person or people responsible for these, our greatest limitation is the number of 'eyes' the police department has," said Cpl.
World AIDS Day educates and commemorates
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Eric Aoki knows from experience what it's like to lose someone to AIDS. "I lost my partner to AIDS five years ago," the associate professor of speech communication said. Aoki has committed himself to World AIDS Day ever since. "From both the personal and socio-cultural perspectives, I have committed to the education and awareness of HIV/AIDS as well as prevention," he said.
New fine for immigration forgery goes unenforced
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DENVER - A new law mandating a fine of $50,000 or more for making fake documents for illegal immigrants is not being enforced because the Colorado attorney general's office says it doesn't have the money. The law, passed this year, was part of a crackdown on illegal immigration.
Navajo code talker visits CSU
Duhesa Lounge exhibit opening wraps up month-long celebrations
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A fragile and worn Navajo man sat and listened to the sound of traditional native drummers Thursday night. This man is Sgt. Allen Dale June, one of the 29 original Navajo code talkers during World War II. June, now 85, is the oldest of 13 children and worked at a windmill on the Navajo reservation in Kaibeto "Antelope Springs," Ariz.
Greeks raise the roof to build a roof
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Within the dimly lit ballroom, tables stood, decorated for winter holidays. A slide projector displayed facts about Habitat for Humanity as well as pictures depicting the essence of winter as people entered the ballroom. This was the scene of the Home for the Holidays: Habitat for Humanity Benefit Ball - an event to help give homes to needy families.
'Best teacher' nominations being accepted
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Even the most mundane classes can be made interesting by a devoted professor. For this reason, the Alumni Association and Student Alumni Connection Leadership Council host the "Best Teacher Awards" each year, giving students and alumni the opportunity to recognize the faculty who have made the largest impact on their education.
Iowa Gov. Vilsack launches bid for presidential nomination
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MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa - Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsack announced his candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday, positioning himself as a Washington outsider with heartland appeal. Vilsack also emphasized the nexus between oil dependence, national security and the economy, saying he would give high priority to weaning the nation off foreign oil and promoting alternative energy.
CSU adds to AIDS quilt, honors victims worldwide
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The panels are colorful, crafted by expert quilters and those who can barely paint with stencils alike. Markers and cloth spell out names, birth dates and hometowns. Song lyrics, mountains, photos, keys and hearts convey talents, personalities and wishes. "Don't be afraid, be aware," reads one of more than 40,000 panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt that commemorates the lives of people lost to AIDS.
City OKs only Christmas trees
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The Christmas tree on display in the Fort Collins City Council building is not an official endorsement of Christmas, council members said Thursday. The council's decision to display on city property Santa Claus and Christmas trees while refusing to allow menorahs or other religious displays has outraged interfaith leaders.
