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Marine Pfc. Dave Kroha, 23, from Cromwell, Conn., plays with his bomb-sniffing dog, Mike. Kroha dropped out of college and was in a few bar fights before his mother jokingly suggested that he go and fight for his country. The next day he enlisted in the Marine Corps.

For Some, The Decision To Enlist Offers Direction

Marine Pfc. Dave Kroha signed up when his mom offhandedly suggested it after he got into a few bar fights. Less than 1 percent of Americans now serve in the armed forces, and their reasons for joining vary — from patriotism, to family tradition, to adventure, to finding purpose.

`Direct Primary Care' On The Move In Senate

After past efforts have gotten bogged down, the Florida Legislature may finally approve legislation that, according to Sen. Tom Lee , would provide...

Direct Primary Care Bill Advances

A bill allowing patients and doctors to enter into primary care agreements has moved forward. These "direct primary care" agreements generally involve...

Direct Primary Care Bill Advances

A bill allowing patients and doctors to enter into primary care agreements has moved forward. These "direct primary care" agreements generally involve...

Bacon Takes the Direct Approach in 'Loverboy'

Kevin Bacon makes his directorial debut on the big screen with Loverboy. The film stars his real-life wife, Kyra Sedgwick, as an obsessed mother who refuses to allow her son exposure to the outside world.

A New Direction in Iraq? Analysts Are Skeptical

Will Donald Rumsfeld's departure from the Pentagon lead to a new direction for the U.S. in Iraq? Many observers are skeptical that a new defense chief will make much headway... or that a Democratic Congress will sway President Bush's commitment to "victory in Iraq."

Yonkers community activist Hector Santiago demonstrates the "stop-and-shake" with Lt. Pat McCormack of the Yonkers Police Department. The idea, Santiago says, is to get people to introduce themselves to cops on the street.

Instead Of Stop-And-Frisk, How About Stop-And-Shake?

In a speech last week, FBI Director James Comey addressed racial tensions between police and minorities. A new effort in his hometown of Yonkers, N.Y., tries to get officers and young people talking.

The Shutdown And National Parks

The government shutdown will affect some historic sites. We have an update on what will close and what should be open.

Sen. Denise Grimsley, R-Sebring, is sponsoring SB 132.

Direct Primary Care Gets Approval In Senate

With the backing of physician groups and small businesses, a Senate committee Monday approved a bill aimed at clearing the way for "direct primary care"...

Direct Flights Start Between Orlando and Dubai

A plane carrying 300 passengers is expected to touch down at Orlando International Airport this morning from Dubai. The flight marks the launch of daily…

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