Monday, June 11, 2007

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Baltimore's Alarming Homicide Rate

Recent statistics show Baltimore second only to Detroit in the per capita murder rate for large metropolitan areas. Deputy Commissioner Fred Bealefeld from the Baltimore City Police talks to Jeff about the problems facing law enforcement in controlling homicides.

Fred Bealefeld

Deputy Police Commissioner, Baltimore City Police

 Baltimore City Police
 Sun Article on Homicide Rate (June 5th, 2007)

Passport Restrictions and Regulations

The State Department recently agreed to temporarily lift a requirement that U.S. passports be used for citizens flying to and from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda. Tonight we'll find out how long the suspension will last. We'll also discuss the procedure for getting a passport, how long the process should take and find out ways to "expedite" getting your passport.

Robert Smith

Executive Director, National Association of Passport and Visa Services

 National Association of Passport and Visa Services

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