Poll: Midwesterners concerned about money in government, but they're REALLY concerned with gas prices. AP
"You've Got Sex Offenders." Cook County considers sex-offender email alerts. Sun-Times
For CA, a brave new energy world. NYT
Murderer get state-funded sex change. ABC News
It's worked in Chicago; now Washington State is shopping for corporate sponsors for state parks. Seattle Times
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