BAJA CALIFORNIA-The search for the remaining victims of the capsized tourist vessel east of Mexico's Baja California peninsula today. More than 40 people were aboard the ill-fated vessel. Although there are discrepancies as to how many were aboard. Mexican authorities put the number at 43, while the Coast Guard puts the number at 44.
VENEZUELA-Tensions are mounting in the South American country of Venezuela as Hugo Chavez announces that he has undergone surgery to have a cancerous tumor removed in an operation that took place in Cuba. The Venezuelan president has kept a very low profile in the recent weeks since his operation.
MINNESOTA-Although the closing down of state governments is quite rare, it happened this morning in the state of Minnesota. As of today if you are in the state of Minnesota, you will not be able to use rest stops along their highways, visit their state parks or go to their zoos as the gates are […]