‘War Drivers’ seek wireless networks
Wireless networks offer convenience and mobility by connecting computers without using cables. But experts say these systems can be a vulnerable target for computer hackers. (Listen to the story online or read the transcript.) (VPR)
Computerized weather voice
Many Vermonters use specialized weather radios to tune into forecasts broadcast 24 hours a day from the National Weather Service office in Burlington. The effort to improve the computerized system means weather radio listeners shouldn’t get too attached to the voice bringing them the forecasts. (Listen to the story online or read the transcript.) (VPR)
Candidates’ fundraising reports
The two national political parties have pumped hundreds of thousands of dollars into Vermont’s gubernatorial campaign. Finance reports filed Friday show that Democrat Doug Racine and Republican Jim Douglas have accumulated large amounts of cash in the last weeks of the campaign. (Listen to the story online or read the transcript.) (VPR)
U.S. House candidates meet in debate
The three major party candidates for Vermont’s sole seat in the U.S. House debated a wide variety of issues Friday. (Listen to the story online or read the transcript.) (VPR)
Sanders pays homage to Wellstone
Congressman Bernie Sanders says the unexpected death of Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone on Friday is a tremendous loss for the entire country. (VPR)