Morning News Digest: Tuesday, November 18, 2008

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Reid calls for congressional cooperation

WASHINGTON -- On the eve of his expected re-election as Senate majority leader, Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada said Monday that he is willing to let bygones be bygones in hopes of achieving cooperation with Republicans in the new Congress that starts in January. (Steve Tetreault, Las Vegas Review-Journal)

http://www.lvrj.com/news/34633954.html

Already, Titus faces first difficult vote

Washington — Even before she arrived for her freshman class photo Monday morning, Nevada’s newest congresswoman-elect found herself in the middle of a political battle. (Las Vegas Sun)

http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/nov/18/already-titus-faces-difficult-first-vote/

Searching for ways to cut $120 million from the School District’s upcoming budgets, Superintendent Walt Rulffes went to the administrators union with two requests. (Emily Richmond, Las Vegas Sun)

http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/nov/18/administrators-say-no-ponying-cuts/

Washoe school district to try again for voter approval of money for repairs

After voter rejection of a sales tax hike for school improvements, Washoe County School District officials say they intend to regroup with supporters and push for a new funding mechanism for old school repairs when the Nevada Legislature convenes next year. (Susan Voyles, Reno Gazette Journal)

http://www.rgj.com/article/20081117/NEWS18/81117040&OAS_sitepage=news.rgj.com%2Fbreakingnews

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